Shivangi Sinha
In the public eye, Sean Combs was long viewed as a mentor and guiding force in Aubrey O’Day’s career, especially during her time in Danity Kane. However, in light of the allegations explored in Netflix’s ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning,’ O’Day spoke out about her alleged experiences. According to her, she had endured what she described as troubling behavior during her association with Combs, and she referenced an alleged incident that has resurfaced amid the broader accusations. Her statements added a lot to the growing scrutiny surrounding Combs’ past conduct.
Aubrey O’Day Was Informed of An Alleged Incident Involving Her Through an Affidavit
Aubrey O’Day first became connected to Sean Combs when she competed on ‘Making the Band 3.’ According to her, Combs saw potential in her and selected her as a founding member of Danity Kane, launching her music career. The group’s early success placed her directly under his creative and professional control. However, O’Day has said that over time, the environment became increasingly difficult, and she alleged that Combs’ behavior toward her grew more controlling. Tensions escalated, ultimately leading to her alleged fallout with him and her departure from Danity Kane. She later stated that leaving was necessary for her well-being, even though it derailed the momentum of her early career.
In 2024, O’Day said that a lawyer contacted her claiming to possess an affidavit from another individual who alleged they had witnessed an incident involving her. O’Day stated that she had no memory of such an event, but was told the alleged witness was “100% certain” it was her in an unconscious state. She described it all as deeply distressing, expressing that she has struggled emotionally with the possibility of being an alleged victim without remembering it. It is essential to note that the account had not been independently verified. Combs has not been charged with or found liable for any crime related to this claim.
O’Day explained that she does not want to undermine the credibility of other alleged victims if her own situation cannot be confirmed. At the same time, she admitted that she is unsure whether she even wants definitive answers, as learning the truth, if the alleged incident did occur, would be extremely painful to live with. Throughout her statements, she has emphasized the complexity of carrying alleged trauma she may not remember, while also acknowledging that Combs has not been found guilty of any of the allegations made against him.
Aubrey O’Day is a Well-Renowned Name in the Entertainment Industry Today
After stepping away from Danity Kane, Aubrey O’Day quickly transitioned into a career defined by constant reinvention. In 2008, she made her Broadway debut as Amber Von Tussle in Hairspray and made her first major step outside the girl-group spotlight. The following year, 2009, she ventured into film with the teen comedy ‘American High School’ and took on the role of Peep Diva in Peepshow in Las Vegas. Around the same time, she released new music, including “Never Fallin’,” appeared on Donnie Wahlberg’s ‘I Got It,’ and re-recorded “Party All the Time.” In 2011, O’Day leaned further into reality TV with ‘All About Aubrey’ on Oxygen, a series chronicling her attempt at a solo comeback.
Her debut single “Automatic” quickly climbed the iTunes Pop chart, and she recorded dozens of tracks for an album that ultimately never materialized. Her return to competitive television came in 2012 with ‘The Celebrity Apprentice.’ Though she drew criticism for her intensity, she was consistently recognized for her ideas and ultimately finished as the last remaining woman. O’Day then shifted focus to her own music. She released “Wrecking Ball” in 2012 and followed it with her EP “Between Two Evils” in 2013. That same year, the long-rumored Danity Kane reunion became a reality. The group re-formed for a brief but highly publicized run before splitting again.
O’Day and Shannon Bex launched their duo project, Dumblonde, in 2015. Her television presence continued in 2016 when she joined ‘Celebrity Big Brother UK’, making it to the finals without facing a public vote. Over the years, she expanded her work to fashion, magazine features, brand collaborations, and guest TV appearances. She also periodically released new music, including the 2021 single “Body Love High.” Most recently, O’Day has continued to stay active in the entertainment industry. In 2024, she served as a judge on ‘Bigo’s Most Talented’ and continues her work as a Fashion Nova ambassador. In 2025, she appeared on The Masked Singer as “Ant.” In April, she publicly discussed the Diddy trial for the first time in the podcast ‘Aubrey O’Day, Covering the Diddy Trial,’ and has been keeping a brave face amidst all she is facing.
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Aubrey O’Day rarely shares much about her private life, but she has always credited her strength to her parents, Bob and Kathy O’Day, and to her beloved dog, Ginger, who passed away in February 2025 after many happy years by her side. Beyond her career, Aubrey has long been vocal about issues she cares deeply about and has never shied away from taking strong political and social positions when she feels they are needed. She is an outspoken supporter of the LGBTQ community and founded FAN (Fighting AIDS Now), a nonprofit dedicated to bringing therapy and creative arts to children in hospitals.
In 2023, she revealed that she had suffered a miscarriage. She chose to speak openly about the grief and broke the silence that often surrounds pregnancy loss. Aubrey’s life is also shaped by her love for travel. Work has taken her everywhere, from Japan to Italy, Spain, and across Europe, and she loves the movement, the adventure, and the readiness that such a lifestyle demands.
