Diddy and Diageo: Resolving the Tequila Dispute

Diageo and rapper Sean Combs, known as Diddy,

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Have told they have settled a legal dispute over their joint spirits brands.

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The drinks giant ended its partnership with Mr Combs in June after he sued the firm,

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Accusing it of neglecting his tequila brand due to his race.

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A joint statement on Tuesday confirmed Mr Combs had withdrawn all of his allegations against Diageo.

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Mr Combs also said he would “voluntarily cancelled his case against Diageo with prejudice”.

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The rapper is now facing many sexual assault charges, all of which he denies.

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Diddy was accused in a lawsuit by R&B singer Casandra Ventura,

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known as Cassie in November, of rape and sex trafficking.

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The couple settled out of court the day after it was filed.

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2 further women subsequently came forward accusing the rapper of rape.

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Diddy has denied the claims.

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