Sean John Combs, born on November 4, 1969, in Harlem, New York, is an American rapper, record producer, and entrepreneur. Known by various stage names including Puff Daddy, P. Diddy, and simply Diddy, he has made a significant impact on the music and entertainment industry.

Raised in Mount Vernon, New York, he faced early adversity with the murder of his father when he was just three years old. Despite this, he pursued his passion for music, starting his career as a talent director at Uptown Records before founding his own label, Bad Boy Records, in 1993.

His career took off with the success of his first signee, The Notorious B.I.G., whose debut album was a massive hit. Combs himself released his debut album, No Way Out, in 1997, which was critically acclaimed and won a Grammy Award.

The album featured hits like "I'll Be Missing You," a tribute to The Notorious B.I.G., which topped the Billboard Hot 100. Over the years, he released several more albums, including Forever, The Saga Continues..., and Press Play, all of which enjoyed commercial success. In addition to his music career, he formed the group Diddy – Dirty Money, releasing the album Last Train to Paris in 2010.

Beyond music, he has ventured into various business endeavors. He launched the clothing line Sean John in 1998, which earned him the Menswear Designer of the Year award by the Council of Fashion Designers of America in 2004.

He also served as a brand ambassador for Cîroc vodka and co-founded the television network Revolt in 2013. His entrepreneurial spirit has made him one of the wealthiest figures in the entertainment industry.

His personal life has been as high-profile as his career. He has six children from different relationships and has been linked to several high-profile women, including the late Kim Porter, with whom he had three children. Known for his lavish lifestyle, he owns multiple properties, including a mansion in Beverly Hills and a home in Miami. He is also known for his extravagant parties and has a penchant for luxury cars and yachts.

Throughout his career, Sean 'Diddy' Combs has received numerous awards and accolades. He has won three Grammy Awards and two MTV Video Music Awards. In 1997, he was named the "Most Successful Rap Producer" by the Guinness World Records.

His influence extends beyond music and fashion; he has also been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including founding the Sean Combs Foundation to support education and social programs for inner-city youth.