Elon Musk Angers Eminem Fans With "Diddy" Remarks After Obama Rally

Tech billionaire Elon Musk is facing backlash from Eminem’s fanbase after making a controversial remark involving the rapper and music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs. Musk alleged that Eminem attended parties hosted by Diddy, who is currently under investigation for serious criminal charges. The comments have ignited anger among fans who were quick to defend the iconic rapper.

Musk's Remarks Follow Eminem's Obama Rally Appearance

Elon Musk's comments came shortly after Eminem made a public appearance at a campaign event in Detroit, where he introduced former U.S. President Barack Obama on behalf of Vice President Kamala Harris. The event has drawn significant attention, with Harris campaigning for the upcoming U.S. presidential elections. Musk, a known supporter of Harris’ opponent, Donald Trump, took to X (formerly Twitter), which he owns, to make the controversial statement.

Musk responded to a post by alleging, "Yet another Diddy party participant," referring to Eminem in relation to the scandal surrounding Sean "Diddy" Combs. Diddy was recently indicted on multiple charges, including sexual abuse and coercion at drug-fueled parties. The claims allege that Combs coerced women into attending these parties using violence and threats.

Diddy's Ongoing Legal Troubles

Sean "Diddy" Combs was arrested last month on charges including sex trafficking and racketeering. The Grammy Award-winning artist is facing allegations from multiple women accusing him of years of abuse. Among these accusations is a high-profile case from singer Cassie, who alleged that Diddy subjected her to a decade of physical and emotional abuse, as well as drug-fueled coercion. Diddy has denied all charges and is set to face trial in May 2025.

Eminem Fans Defend the Rapper

After Musk's accusation, Eminem's fanbase quickly jumped to his defense, denying any association between the rapper and Diddy's controversial parties. Fans took to X to correct Musk, pointing out that Eminem has distanced himself from Diddy for decades.

"Eminem has been taking shots at Diddy since the '90s. He never attended any of Diddy's parties, do your research, Elon," one fan tweeted. Another fan highlighted Eminem's long-standing disses towards Diddy, noting that the rapper has often criticized the music mogul in his lyrics.

Additionally, some fans mentioned that Eminem's latest album, The Death of Slim Shady, may also include subtle jabs at Diddy, further proving their strained relationship.

Musk Faces Continued Backlash

Musk's allegations have sparked widespread criticism, with many questioning the timing of his comments. Some speculate that the remarks were politically motivated, given Eminem’s recent support for Kamala Harris at the Obama rally and Musk’s endorsement of Donald Trump for the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Despite the backlash, Musk has not retracted his statement or clarified his comments.

As the controversy unfolds, it remains to be seen how Musk’s comments will impact his public image or his ownership of X, where much of the debate continues to unfold.