Making The Band

Sign Up to get access to the latest drops, exclusive products and insider updates.
By entering your email, you agree to receive customized marketing messages from us and our advertising partners. You also acknowledge that this site is protected by reCAPTCHA, and that our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Latest Stories

Aubrey O'Day in a white dress on a pink background; Diddy in a white outfit with sunglasses on a black background.
Music

Aubrey O'Day Reminds Critic She Was 'Not Subpoenaed' in Diddy Case: 'Put Some Respect on My Name'

"I’ve been advocating for the victims for over 20 plus years," O'Day said.

(L) Aubrey O'Day attends Josh McBride's birthday celebration at Somewhere Nowhere NYC on September 07, 2023 in New York City. (R) Sean "Diddy" Combs attends Sean "Diddy" Combs Fulfills $1 Million Pledge To Howard University At Howard Homecoming – Yardfest at Howard University on October 20, 2023 in Washington, DC.
Music

Aubrey O'Day Issues Warning to Young Artists After Diddy Sentencing: 'Protect Yourself'

She wrote that abuse and exploitation are not worth enduring for fame.

Kris Seavers213 days ago
(L-R) Sara Rivers and Diddy
Music

Sara Rivers Says No 'Amount of Baby Oil' Will Help Diddy 'Slide' Through Sexual Assault Lawsuit

The 'Making the Band' alum's sexual harassment case against the music mogul was dismissed earlier this week.

A man with short hair and a goatee, wearing a plaid shirt, against a plain background.
Music

Dylan From 'Making The Band' Arrested for Assault in North Carolina

The rapper posted a $500 bond and is due back in court on July 1.

Mark Elibert395 days ago
Two people side by side: Sara Rivers with large earrings and a fur coat, and Diddy wearing sunglasses and a gold chain.
Music

Sara Rivers Sues Diddy for $60 Million, Claims Sexual Harassment During 'Making the Band'

The former Da Band member alleges sexual harassment, assault, and battery.

Advertisement
R&B music group Day26 visit the SiriusXM studios on August 24, 2017 in New York City.
Music

Day26 Says Diddy's 'Making the Band' Wasn't Intended for Them to 'Succeed'

The R&B group claims that Bad Boy Records wasn't concerned about their success.

Sara Rivers with Diddy
Music

Ex-Da Band Member Claims Diddy Once Told Her Bandmate He Wanted to Eat Their Flesh

Da Band singer Sara Rivers opened up about her experience with Diddy in a newly released documentary: "I didn’t want to be around him unless there were cameras."

Joshua Espinoza473 days ago
Chopper and Freddy P
Music

Chopper Recalls Diddy Threatening Freddy P

He added fresh context to what Freddy P explained last year.

Trey Alston479 days ago
Aubrey O'Day
Music

Aubrey O’Day Alleges Diddy Controlled Her Appearance ‘Down to My Toenails’ on ‘Making the Band’

The singer appeared on the MTV reality show for its third iteration in 2005.

Alex Ocho585 days ago
NEW YORK - MAY 03: Singer Beyonce Knowles and Founder and CEO of Bad Boy Entertainment Sean Combs attend a dinner to celebrate a joint venture between Bad Boy Records and Warner Music Group at the Maritime Hotel May 03, 2005 in New York City.
Music

Freddy P Alleges Cheesecake Was for Beyoncé in Diddy's 'Making the Band' Scene

Freddy P, formerly of defunct Bad Boy Records group Da Band, made the claim on "The Art of Dialogue."

Advertisement
Freddy P is pictured, other image shows Diddy and Bentley
Music

Freddy P Speculates That Fonzworth Bentley Was Diddy's 'Boyfriend' at One Point: 'Talked to You Like His B*tch'

The Da Band alum has had a lot to say about Diddy, who remains in custody pending trial in his racketeering and trafficking case.

Freddy P and Diddy
Pop Culture

Freddy P Alleges Diddy Sexually Assaulted Multiple Men

The former member of Diddy’s group Da Band from 'Making the Band 2' appears to confirm the alleged abuse.

Trey Alston591 days ago
Man in white shirt and beanie with blurred background; Man in black outfit on red carpet
Music

Freddy P of Da Band Claims Diddy's Threats on His Life Forced Him to Leave the Group

The Florida native said at one point he contemplated killing the mogul over the threats.

Mark Elibert743 days ago
Pop Culture

Dylan Dilinjah Blames 'Chappelle's Show' Skit for Ruining His Career

The rapper acknowledged he did see some success from the skit years after it aired.

Mark Elibert792 days ago
Babs image for Diddy post about Making the Band
Music

Da Band's Babs Bunny Addresses Recent Criticism Against Diddy Over ‘Making the Band’

Diddy has faced criticism in recent weeks from two names familiar to fans of the reality TV franchise. Now, Babs is giving her take on the controversy.

Trace William Cowen1518 days ago
Advertisement
Sean "Diddy" Combs attends Black Tie Affair For Quality Control's CEO Pierre "Pee" Thomas
Music

Da Band's Freddy P Calls Out Diddy, Says He's Main Reason Why He 'Hates' Life

The rapper expressed his frustration in a series of Instagram posts this week, claiming his experience with the hip-hop mogul made him want to give up rapping.

Joshua Espinoza1523 days ago
Diddy
Music

Diddy and His Sons Announce the Revival of MTV's 'Making the Band'

Christian Combs, Quincy Brown, and Justin Combs will serve as judges, while Diddy reprises his role as mentor/producer.

Joshua Espinoza2266 days ago
Diddy with members of 'Making the Band 2'
Pop Culture

MTV's 'Making the Band' Was Home to Classic Reality TV Moments

'Making the Band' walked so 'The Four' could run. Now that Diddy's bringing back the iconic series, let's look back at some of its greatest moments.

Kemet High2484 days ago

Stay ahead on Exclusives

Download the Complex App