Craig David and Sean “Diddy” Combs have crossed paths multiple times throughout their careers, especially within the music industry. Craig, a British singer-songwriter, first rose to fame in 1999 with “Re-Rewind” by Artful Dodger, followed by his 2000 debut album *Born to Do It*, which solidified his global success. Since then, Craig has released numerous albums and worked with a wide array of artists such as Sting, Rita Ora, and Tinchy Stryder.
At the peak of his career, Craig caught the attention of Diddy, who extended an offer for him to join his record label. Though flattered, Craig declined the offer but still regarded it as a high point in his career. The two artists also socialized frequently, attending each other’s parties and even living as neighbors in Miami for a time. Craig, now 43, has not publicly commented on the recent allegations or arrest of Diddy, who has been indicted on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering.
Diddy, 54, is currently in federal custody awaiting trial after being accused of running a “criminal empire” that exploited and abused women, often at his infamous “Freak Off” parties. Craig, who also became known as a DJ with his TS5 brand, once mentioned attending Diddy’s parties, calling them “amazing” and noting that Diddy could easily outshine his own Miami gatherings. However, Craig emphasized that there was no competition between their events, describing Diddy’s as filled with world-class DJs, artists, and incredible food.
In a 2015 interview, Craig explained the vibe he aims for at his parties, ensuring a comfortable environment with a balance of attendees, specifically mentioning a 70:30 ratio of women to men. According to Craig, this ratio helps maintain a safe and relaxed atmosphere, preventing any uncomfortable dynamics that could arise if the balance tipped the other way.
Craig has also shared fond memories of Diddy’s gatherings in past interviews, stating that they were always guaranteed to be a good time, complete with top-tier entertainment and great food. Despite their social ties, Craig has remained relatively quiet on the ongoing legal troubles surrounding Diddy.