Sean “Diddy” Combs, the renowned music mogul and founder of Bad Boy Records, faces a $10 million lawsuit from Charles Kenyatta Jr, also known as Charlie Cee, who claims trademark infringement over the use of “Act Bad.”
Despite reported court documents, a thorough search by HipHopDX hasn’t uncovered any filings as of the latest update.
Kenyatta filed for the “Act Bad” wordmark in November 2021, covering various clothing items. Another filing for “Act Bad Entertainment” is pending examination.
Kenyatta alleges Diddy infringed by releasing merchandise in 2023 alongside the single “Act Bad.”
The lawsuit asserts Diddy’s team ignored emails regarding the trademark infringement.
Kenyatta claims Diddy sought to sell “Act Bad” merchandise and share profits from the song and video.
He argues he didn’t sign the contract due to incarceration, and the terms were unsatisfactory.
Kenyatta, previously incarcerated for drug offenses, emphasizes trademarking his product.
Amidst the legal dispute, representatives for Diddy and Kenyatta have not commented.
This case highlights issues in intellectual property, contracts, and challenges when one party is incarcerated.
The outcome will likely impact how trademarks and contracts are managed in the entertainment industry.
