Cam’ron Slammed For “Disrespectful” Interview With Escort In Diddy Sex-Trafficking Case

Harlem rapper and "It Is What It Is" podcast host Cam’ron is under fire following a controversial interview with male escort Sharay Hayes, also known as “The Punisher,” who testified in the ongoing sex-trafficking case against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.

In a recent episode, Cam’ron pressed Hayes for graphic details regarding his alleged participation in Diddy’s now-infamous “freak-offs,” during which women, including singer Cassie, were reportedly coerced into sex acts while Combs watched.

Cam’s tone and line of questioning—particularly his blunt inquiry, “Was the p***y good?”—ignited immediate outrage across social media, with many accusing the rapper of turning a serious abuse allegation into spectacle.

Escort Details Ordeal, Expresses Regret

Hayes, who previously testified in court that he had been paid to have sex with Cassie in a hotel while Diddy watched, described the disturbing atmosphere surrounding the alleged incident.

“Even if it was fire—bro, I’ma be honest with you, I couldn’t get there,” Hayes explained, referencing the uncomfortable environment. “I got a dude pacing back and forth beating his joint. My spidey senses were wildin’, especially when I found out it was Puff.”

Hayes said the situation became even more psychologically distressing due to longstanding rumors about Diddy’s alleged sexual interests.

“When I found out it was Puff, it got all the way worse,” he said. “Like I wrote in my book, I got a hearing problem and sometimes when he would give her directions, I would hear something completely different... Like he’ll say, ‘Yo I like the position you in’ and I’m like, ‘Did he just say I wish I could penetrate him?’”

Public Backlash Mounts

Following the episode’s release, Cam’ron came under intense scrutiny. Viewers flooded social media platforms with criticism, labeling his approach “corny,” “tone-deaf,” and “beyond disrespectful,” especially given the sensitive nature of Hayes' revelations and Cassie’s involvement.

“This isn’t funny. Cam turned someone’s trauma into a punchline,” one viewer wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

A Public Apology to Cassie

Despite the backlash directed at Cam’ron, Hayes used the moment to express remorse over his past involvement, stating that he was unaware of the extent of Cassie’s suffering during those encounters.

“I had no idea, no indication of what she was going through,” Hayes told CNN. “My involvement kind of furthered her suffering… I would just apologize to her and tell her that I was really remorseful and regret if I contributed to a bad experience.”

As the legal battle surrounding Combs continues, the public conversation has expanded beyond the courtroom to include questions about how platforms handle trauma, consent, and accountability—both in and outside of the spotlight.