Thalia Graves has filed a lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs and his former bodyguard Joseph Sherman, alleging they raped her in 2001 and recorded the incident. However, Graves is now accused of attempting to bribe her ex-boyfriend with $3 million to corroborate her claims, a claim he interpreted as an attempt to manipulate the situation. Text messages from November 2023 reveal Graves discussed suing Diddy, citing his wealth as a motive and asking her ex if he would confirm seeing the alleged video. Diddy's legal team has obtained these messages, which have raised questions about Graves' credibility. Gloria Allred, representing Graves, contends that such tactics are common among powerful individuals seeking to discredit accusers and states that the complaint stands on its own merits. Graves, who claims to have suffered severe trauma from the alleged assault, looks forward to presenting her case in court.