Revealed: Jonathan Hay Unveils His Identity as ‘John Doe’ in Combs Lawsuit

Sat Oct 18 2025 17:25:31 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

Celebrity publicist Jonathan Hay steps into the spotlight as he reveals himself as the plaintiff in the explosive lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, shedding light on dark allegations surrounding the music mogul.

Jonathan Hay, a notable music producer, publicist, and associate of various high-profile artists, has publicly identified himself as the plaintiff ‘John Doe’ in the ongoing lawsuit against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and his son CJ Wallace. This lawsuit encompasses serious allegations including sexual battery and false imprisonment, as Hay aims for accountability for Combs' past actions. Hay's forthcoming book and documentary promise to disclose shocking insights into the music industry and the chaotic events surrounding the Bad Boy Entertainment mansion in Dallas.

Celebrity publicist and music producer Jonathan Hay has revealed himself as plaintiff ‘John Doe’ in a Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs lawsuit filed earlier this year in LA Superior Court. The lawsuit was originally filed on July 7, 2025, against Sean Combs and CJ Wallace, the son of murdered rapper Biggie Smalls, better known as Notorious B.I.G..

In an exclusive interview with investigative reporter Paul Smith, Jonathan Hay reveals what led him to reveal his name in such a high profile lawsuit.
“It’s about pushing for criminal charges. I want all Diddy’s victims to have justice. For me, it was the right thing to do. Having a voice is important.”

Jonathan Hay has worked with famous names including Rihanna, Michael Jackson, and Whitney Houston. One of Hay’s big breaks into the music industry, was working with Rihanna and co-producing her first major hit, Pon De Replay.

Biggie Smalls tragic murder in 1997 has been long attributed to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Adding fuel to fire has been a verbal back and forth with those close to Smalls prior to the L.A. murder. Former Roc-a-Fella producer Choke No Joke has accused Combs’ former bodyguard Gene Deal of being complicit in his murder.
Jonathan Hay has referred to Biggie Smalls as the “first bi-sexual rapper,” adding that CJ Wallace wanted the Biggie Remix album to be LGBTQ+ friendly. The album was recorded with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, Johnny Depp, with Jay-Z having a direct role in its production.

Hay recounts meeting at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Mapleton mansion in Holmby Hills for the music project. Subsequent meetings with Combs took a darker turn. “He wanted me to do Ketamine to make the music sound better,” Hay stated.

At a rental mansion rented by Bad Boy Entertainment in Dallas Texas, Hay describes the plethora of drugs that came through. “It must have been hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of drugs a month. Diddy supplied it all.” 4 people passed away during Hay's six-month stay at the mansion, with Hay also alleging that there was a high quantity of illicit substances and wild parties.

The Lawsuit

The 23 page lawsuit alleges sexual battery, and false imprisonment, amongst a myriad of other charges against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, his companies, Willie Mack, and CJ Wallace.

Jonathan remains steadfast that more criminal charges are going to be filed against Combs.
“I’m pushing for criminal charges to be filed against Combs at a state and federal level,” Hay stated. “He needs to be held accountable for everything he did.”

Hay also teased his forthcoming book and documentary, assuring that it will disclose shocking truths about the music industry.