Diddy’s Party Snub: Actress Speaks Out on His ‘Littlest Hands’

By Nikki Reese | October 17, 2024
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Diddy’s Party Snub: Actress Speaks Out on His ‘Littlest Hands’

Hollywood actress Jenny Mollen recently revealed that she turned down an invitation to one of Sean "Diddy" Combs’ famous parties. In a story about her early days in the entertainment industry, Mollen recounted a chance encounter in San Diego when she was just 19. Dressed in a "brick-colored red button-up cotton shirt, hideous jeans, and loafers," she didn’t feel particularly alluring. Despite her outfit, a large bouncer introduced her to Combs, who surprised her with his small stature and flashy fur coat. Mollen noted that when they shook hands, his hands felt “like the littlest” she had ever encountered, comparing them to those of a 12-year-old. He then invited her to a party in his room, but she ultimately decided to pass.