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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs fulfills $1 million pledge to his alma mata at Howard University homecoming 2023

Howard University President Ben Vinson III (left) with Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Image courtesy: Shareif Ziyadat via Combs Global
Monday, October 23, 2023

Sean “Diddy” Combs has illuminated Howard University Homecoming 2023 by delivering his US$1 million pledge to the iconic Washington D.C.-based HBCU.

Fulfilling a promise made at the 2022 BET Awards to support education and learning institutions catering to students of color, Combs – a proud Howard alumnus – presented the gift to the school’s president, Ben Vinson III, during Howard Homecoming – Yardfest.

Diddy enthralled the crowd with memorable performances of his classic tunes, “It’s All About the Benjamins,” “I Need a Girl Part 1” and “Act Bad.” Artists Kalan.FrFr and Love Records artist Jozzy, who are featured on Diddy’s latest musical release, The Love Album: Off The Grid, joined him on stage in cameo appearances.

“As someone who attended Howard University and values the transformative experience of historically Black colleges, it remains crucial that we strive to protect and uphold their legacy,” Combs stated. “This donation to Howard is not just a financial contribution; it’s also a reaffirmation of our commitment to a cultural institution that has touched countless lives. It’s about ensuring that HBCUs continue to receive the support they rightfully deserve.”

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