Sean “Diddy” Combs is reportedly “throwing tantrums” over the newfound fame of his fellow inmate, Luigi Mangione, at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has become a sensation among inmates, overshadowing Combs, who was once the facility’s most famous resident after his arrest on sex trafficking charges.
According to reports, Mangione is being treated like a hero by other inmates who sympathize with his alleged motive – a perceived injustice against health insurance companies. This surge in popularity has reportedly angered Combs, who is known for his ego and desire to be the center of attention.
A former member of Combs’ inner circle confirmed this behavior, stating that “He always wants to be the center of everything,” and that he reacts poorly to anyone who threatens his spotlight. While Combs’ influence within the prison walls is likely diminished due to his own legal troubles, fears remain that he may attempt to make Mangione’s life “miserable.”
Combs faces decades in prison on sex trafficking charges following a raid on his homes that uncovered evidence of alleged non-consensual sexual activity at his “Freak Off” parties. Mangione, meanwhile, faces life imprisonment for the alleged murder of Thompson.
Despite sharing the same legal team, the two inmates have no interaction, and it’s believed that Combs will continue to resent Mangione’s growing popularity within the prison.