AceShowbiz - Sarah Ferguson has come under renewed scrutiny due to allegations of a secret relationship with music mogul Sean Combs, popularly known as Diddy, that reportedly spanned several years starting in the early 2000s.

According to a new book titled Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York, excerpts of which were published by The Daily Mail, the two first crossed paths at a party hosted by Ghislaine Maxwell in New York in 2002. The book claims their relationship intensified around 2004 and continued privately for years.

The narrative details covert meetings and luxurious travels across Europe and Africa, describing their connection as a “secret friends with benefits” arrangement. These interactions have raised questions about the Duchess of York’s undisclosed ties to figures outside traditional royal circles.

One former Bad Boy Records staff member disclosed that the pair often stayed at upscale hotels together, fueling speculation about the extent and nature of their bond. In 2006, Diddy launched a fragrance called Unforgivable, which he said was inspired by Ferguson and her preferences regarding men's scents.

Further fueling public interest, Ferguson reportedly introduced her daughters to Diddy multiple times. One notable occasion involved a yacht party weekend where Eugenie, then 16 years old, was present alongside her mother. A member of the royal staff described these events as wild and expressed concern about the Duchess exposing her young daughter to such environments.

That same year, Ferguson attended Diddy’s annual White Party aboard the 300-foot yacht “RM Elegant” in Saint Tropez, France. The event drew attention due to its extravagant nature and the presence of the royal figure.

Meanwhile, Diddy is currently serving a 50-month prison sentence in New Jersey after his 2025 conviction on two counts related to transportation for prostitution. This legal downfall marks a dramatic shift for the music executive who built the Bad Boy empire over decades.

Through his legal representatives, Diddy has denied many of the allegations against him, labeling them as false, exaggerated, or financially motivated, although he has acknowledged certain elements of the claims. At the same time, Ferguson faces renewed backlash for her associations with the Epstein scandal, which continues to cast a shadow over her public image.

This article is based on reporting originally published by AllHipHop.