Lauren Pisciotta accuses Kanye West of oral rape, coercion, and repeated sexual misconduct during her employment. The amended lawsuit also references a studio session co-hosted by Sean “Diddy” Combs.
[Los Angeles, US], July 11:
Rapper and fashion mogul Kanye “Ye” West is facing new and serious allegations in an amended lawsuit filed by Lauren Pisciotta, his former assistant, who has accused the artist of sexual battery, sex trafficking, and coercion. These claims build on an earlier lawsuit from June 2024 that already included charges of sexual harassment, wrongful termination, unpaid wages, and emotional distress.
The latest filing, a second addendum to the original complaint, outlines disturbing details of alleged sexual assault and exploitation during Pisciotta’s time working with West from 2021 to early 2024. Pisciotta claims she was orally raped without consent, groped regularly, subjected to lewd demands, and coerced into sexual compliance under false promises of career advancement—behavior she says occurred under West’s control in both personal and professional settings.
🔍 Alleged Assault During ‘Donda’ Sessions Involving Sean “Diddy” Combs
One of the most harrowing claims involves a studio session for West’s Donda album, during which Pisciotta alleges she was drugged and sexually assaulted. The complaint states that Sean “Diddy” Combs was present during the session, although he is not named as a defendant in the lawsuit.
“On one occasion, Ye attempted to vaginally penetrate Ms. Pisciotta with his fingers. On another occasion, he orally raped her without her consent,” the filing reads. It also alleges that Pisciotta was forced to watch West engage in sexual acts with other women, received unsolicited sexual images, and was asked to participate in group sexual activities, all of which she refused.
The complaint describes the environment as one where non-compliance was punished with retaliation, online harassment, and threats of violence. Pisciotta further claims that West once offered her as a sexual favor to another individual in exchange for the opportunity to sleep with that person’s significant other.
🛑 Sex Trafficking Allegation and Psychological Coercion
Pisciotta’s legal team argues that West’s conduct falls under the federal definition of sex trafficking, as she was “recruited and enticed” with fraudulent promises of industry advancement—all contingent on her submission to sexual demands. Her lawsuit states that failure to comply could have led to termination, public humiliation, or worse.
Pisciotta, also an OnlyFans content creator, claims that she never consented to any of West’s advances and that his actions were deliberate, manipulative, and exploitative over a sustained period.
🎤 West’s Response and Legal Pushback
West’s legal team responded to the original lawsuit in June 2024, denying the allegations and accusing Pisciotta of misconduct. Their statement claimed:
“During her employment, Ms. Pisciotta offered [West] sex on his birthday to which he declined, sent unsolicited nude images, and was seen twerking in the office.”
The statement further alleged that Pisciotta boasted about sexually explicit incidents, demanded luxury items including Hermès Birkin bags and a Lamborghini, and sought plastic surgery support from West.
As of Thursday, no new statement has been issued by West or his representatives in response to the latest claims. The Hollywood Reporter reached out for further comment and will update the story accordingly.
⚖️ Broader Implications and Legal Ramifications
The case adds to a growing list of legal troubles facing Kanye West, who has previously been involved in multiple lawsuits ranging from intellectual property disputes to alleged business misconduct. This new chapter intensifies public scrutiny and legal exposure, especially with allegations now touching on federal sex trafficking laws.
While West has yet to be criminally charged in relation to Pisciotta’s claims, the scope of the lawsuit raises serious questions about power dynamics, employee safety, and accountability in the entertainment industry.
The unfolding legal battle between Lauren Pisciotta and Kanye West underscores the rising calls for transparency, protection, and justice in the entertainment and music industries. As the amended lawsuit continues to make waves, all eyes remain on how West’s legal team will respond to these new, deeply serious allegations—and whether further legal actions may follow.