Diplo is breaking his silence after being accused of violating “revenge porn” laws. The 45-year-old DJ, whose real name is Thomas Wesley Pentz, found himself in the headlines on Friday, June 28, when he was sued by a former partner. The unnamed woman alleged that Diplo had shared intimate videos and images of their encounters on social media without her consent.
According to the lawsuit, the woman claimed that their encounters, which took place between 2016 and 2023, were consensual, and she had allowed him to film them. However, she asserted that Diplo then shared this content via Snapchat without her permission, which constitutes a serious violation of privacy and trust.
As news of the allegations spread, Diplo took to Instagram to address the situation. His response was a mix of deflection and denial, framed within the context of his current life and career.
“Don’t believe what you read in the news,” Diplo began his post, accompanying it with videos and photos of himself enjoying a vacation and performing at various events. This initial statement seemed to be an attempt to downplay the seriousness of the accusations by shifting the focus to his personal and professional life.
He continued, “I don’t own a 100 million dollar mansion, I didn’t pay 450k euros 💶 to rave in Ibiza and I didn’t send dirty snapchats in 2017 🤦♂️.”
In his post, Diplo also tried to divert attention by celebrating his current successes and upcoming events. “Let’s talk about how lucky I am to party with you guys and how good the raves are here in Europe .. (Athens, Croatia, Prague done .. Paris up next),” he wrote. This shift in focus might be seen as an attempt to maintain his public image as a successful and carefree artist.
However, the gravity of the accusations against Diplo cannot be understated. Revenge porn, the act of sharing intimate images or videos without consent, is a serious offense that can have devastating effects on the victims. It is a violation of privacy that can lead to emotional distress, reputational damage, and legal consequences for the perpetrator.
The lawsuit against Diplo is just the latest in a series of legal and personal issues that have plagued the DJ in recent years. As the case unfolds, it will be crucial to see how the legal system handles the allegations and whether further evidence will come to light.
In the meantime, Diplo’s attempt to balance his defense with his ongoing career highlights the complexities of managing public perception in the face of serious accusations. For now, Diplo’s fans and the general public will be watching closely to see how this situation develops and whether justice will be served for the alleged victim.
