Fact Check: No, Mike Tyson Did Not Name a List of Rappers Who Slept with Diddy

A wave of viral content on TikTok and YouTube has reignited conspiracy-laden speculation around Sean “Diddy” Combs, this time dragging boxing icon Mike Tyson into the fray. At the center of the claim? A video allegedly showing Tyson naming a list of celebrities—mostly rappers and entertainers—who were romantically involved with Diddy. The problem? There is no credible evidence this ever happened.

Here’s what we know, what’s being claimed, and why this narrative is quickly unraveling under scrutiny.

The Origin of the Claim

The rumor stems from a TikTok video uploaded by the user Black Star Update on March 31, 2023. The clip, viewed over 420,000 times, featured a thumbnail declaring:
“Mike Tyson EXPOSES List of Celebs Diddy Slept With…”

The image included Tyson’s face alongside celebrity names such as Jay-Z, Meek Mill, Rick Ross, Usher, Justin Bieber, Will Smith, Prince Harry, and Yung Miami. A quote attributed to Tyson read, “I HAVE PROOF!”

The video itself, however, offers none. No clip of Tyson making such a claim. No evidence. No documentation. Just a stitched-together montage of headlines, images, and other unrelated content aimed at evoking shock rather than providing substance.

The Video Source: A Chain of Misinformation

The TikTok video is actually a repackaged snippet taken from a longer 20-minute YouTube video posted by the account Stardom Scoop on March 30, 2024. That video, too, offered no concrete source or quote linking Mike Tyson to such accusations.

Instead, it mixed archived footage of Tyson, news coverage about Diddy’s ongoing legal battles, and general commentary about celebrity culture. At no point in the video does Tyson say, confirm, or even hint at having personal knowledge of Diddy’s relationships.

This tactic — presenting clickbait thumbnails and headlines that are never addressed in the video — is common in online “conspiracy theater” content.

What Does Tyson Say? Absolutely Nothing of the Sort.

Newsweek reached out to Mike Tyson’s team and received a direct statement dismissing the claim.

“There’s no truth to this. Mike Tyson never made those comments,” a media representative said.

In short, the clip’s creators took liberties with Tyson’s image and reputation, putting words in his mouth that he never said, to stir controversy and drive traffic.

Why the Diddy Speculation Keeps Coming Back

In March 2024, the Department of Homeland Security raided Diddy’s residences in both Los Angeles and Miami as part of an investigation into alleged sex trafficking and other related crimes. Footage from the Miami raid showed two of Combs’ sons, Justin and Christian, handcuffed outside the home.

Although no one was arrested or charged at the time, the optics of the raid and the serious nature of the allegations rekindled public interest and speculation around Diddy’s private life.

Social media, particularly TikTok and YouTube, became ground zero for this speculation — a space where algorithms reward content that feels explosive, whether it’s true or not.

The “Secret List” Phenomenon and Its Roots in Online Culture

The idea that there’s a secret “list” of celebrities involved in questionable or scandalous behavior isn’t new.

Most infamously, conspiracy theorists have long referenced an “Epstein list” — an alleged document naming high-profile individuals connected to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Despite years of investigation and many of Epstein’s real connections being documented, no such definitive list has ever emerged, and much of what circulates online is either fabricated or misrepresented.

The Tyson-Diddy rumor follows a similar pattern. It leverages the public’s fascination with hidden truths, elite circles, and the fall of powerful people, often with little regard for facts or due process.

The Role of TikTok in Spreading Misinformation

Platforms like TikTok, while excellent for entertainment and creativity, have become notorious for their role in amplifying unverified and sensational claims.

The video from Black Star Update is just one of several posted by that account with nearly identical titles and thumbnails. These recycled videos are not only misleading — they’re strategically designed to game TikTok’s algorithm for virality.

As Newsweek noted, there are no court documents, official statements, or media reports verifying that Tyson ever made any of the statements featured in these viral videos. In fact, all available evidence suggests the opposite.

Why This Matters

Even though most users understand the internet isn’t always truthful, claims like these are dangerous for several reasons:

They exploit high-profile investigations to promote clickbait narratives.

They erode trust in legitimate journalism and legal processes.

They drag uninvolved public figures (in this case, Mike Tyson) into rumors with zero accountability.

And they contribute to an environment where conspiracy outpaces fact — often with real reputational consequences.

The Verdict

✅ FALSE

There is no evidence that Mike Tyson named a list of celebrities who slept with Sean “Diddy” Combs. The TikTok clips and YouTube videos spreading this claim are based on misleading headlines, edited images, and fabricated quotes.

The Tyson clip does not exist. The list does not exist. And the claim appears to have been crafted solely to drive clicks — not uncover truth.

As with all viral rumors, it’s worth asking:

If something this explosive were true, wouldn’t real journalists, legal teams, or court records confirm it?

Don’t Let the Headline Fool You

While the allegations against Diddy are serious and currently under federal investigation, the claim that Mike Tyson exposed a celebrity list tied to the case is simply untrue. It’s another example of how the internet can distort reality — especially when a headline is more exciting than the truth.