A federal judge has ordered the anonymous accuser in a sexual assault lawsuit against P. Diddy (Sean Combs) to reveal their identity by November 13, 2023, or face case dismissal.

The lawsuit alleges that Diddy sexually assaulted the plaintiff, identified as Jane Doe, at a New York City party in 2004 when she was 19 years old. The accuser claims Diddy threatened her and engaged in non-consensual acts.

Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil ruled that while privacy concerns are valid, they don't outweigh the need for transparency in legal proceedings against public figures. The court determined that Diddy has the right to fully investigate the claims, which requires knowing his accuser's identity.

The accuser's legal team argued for continued anonymity, citing potential retaliation concerns. However, the judge noted no recent credible threats exist to justify anonymous proceedings.

This ruling could impact similar cases against Diddy, who currently faces multiple lawsuits and investigations involving allegations of sexual assault and sex trafficking. His representatives deny all allegations, maintaining his innocence and stating they will challenge each lawsuit.

If the accuser fails to meet the November 13 deadline, the case will likely be dismissed, potentially setting a precedent for future celebrity lawsuits regarding plaintiff anonymity.

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