Washington D.C. – Howard University’s board has made the decision to revoke Sean “Diddy” Combs’ honorary degree, following the release of a CCTV video showing the hip-hop producer engaging in physical violence towards an ex-girlfriend. This announcement comes after CNN brought the incident to light, prompting the university to take action.

The university released a statement on Friday, denouncing Combs’ behavior in the video as being irreconcilable with Howard University’s values and beliefs, leading to the revocation of his highest honor. The rapper publicly apologized for his actions, expressing deep remorse and seeking professional help to address his behavior.

In addition to the degree revocation, the university also announced the discontinuation of a scholarship established in Combs’ name and the termination of a 2016 donation agreement between the institution and the rapper. The Sean Combs Foundation, associated with Combs, has yet to respond to requests for comment on the matter.

Howard University affirmed its stance against all forms of interpersonal violence, outlining that Combs’ name would be removed from any documents listing honorary degree recipients. The university’s decision comes amidst legal disputes involving Combs and several women, including allegations of sexual and physical abuse, all of which he denies.

In a statement last December, Combs refuted the claims against him, labeling them as baseless and driven by financial motives. He vowed to defend his innocence and address the allegations in his ongoing legal battles. Federal agents conducted raids on properties owned by Combs in March as part of an investigation into sex trafficking, with his legal team staunchly maintaining his innocence in the face of such accusations.

The public response to Howard University’s decision reflects ongoing scrutiny and consequences faced by public figures embroiled in legal and ethical challenges. The university’s actions underscore a commitment to upholding values of integrity and accountability within its community and serving as a reflection of broader societal expectations for responsible conduct.