As Sean “Diddy” Combs faces mounting legal battles, actor Ashton Kutcher has reportedly taken steps to distance himself from his former friend. The decades-long bond between the star That ’70s Show and the rap mogul is under renewed scrutiny as past incidents—like a threatening warning from Diddy—resurface amid allegations of misconduct.
Kutcher and Diddy’s friendship dates back to the early 2000s, a time when the actor’s MTV show Punk’d was at its peak. While the show was airing, Kutcher planned a prank on Diddy, only to receive a preemptive and chilling phone call from the rapper. “I heard you were going to Punk me, and I don’t think that’s a good idea,” Diddy allegedly warned. Kutcher then admitted: “It was clear that if I continued, it would not end well for me.”
Although the prank was called off, the interaction cemented Diddy’s reputation as someone not to be provoked, even among his close friends. Their friendship persisted, with Kutcher frequently attending Diddy’s legendary parties, which are now under fire amid allegations of sexual abuse, harassment and other serious behavior.
The Legal Storm Forces Distance
Diddy’s current legal troubles, which include allegations of sex trafficking and abuse, have caused many Hollywood friends to reevaluate their ties to him. Kutcher, who had previously avoided speaking publicly about his friendship with Diddy in recent years, is apparently under pressure from his wife, Mila Kunis, to cut ties completely.
“There is no chance Ashton or Mila will publicly support Diddy right now,” a source close to the couple told The Daily Mail. “Mila has made it clear that she does not want Ashton involved in this situation, and he is taking steps to distance himself.”
The couple’s concerns apparently extend beyond appearances, with insiders suggesting Kutcher fears being subpoenaed as investigators dig deeper into Diddy’s social circle.
Consequences in Hollywood
This isn’t the first time Kutcher has avoided sharing details about Diddy. During a 2019 appearance on Hot OnesKutcher dodged questions about their past affairs, saying, “I have a lot of things I can’t say.” With Diddy’s scandals now at the center of headlines, these vague comments have taken on a new, more troubling context.
As federal searches of Diddy’s properties in Miami and Los Angeles unfold, and high-profile settlements like the one with former partner Cassie Ventura emerge, Hollywood insiders are bracing for more consequences. Diddy’s attorney, Aaron Dyer, dismissed the allegations as a “witch hunt,” saying, “There has been no finding of criminal or civil liability.”
Uncertain future
For Kutcher, the stakes are high. Friends suggest he is struggling with how his former association with Diddy might impact his reputation. “There is a lot of fear about what might come out,” one insider said. “It’s not just about protecting your image—it’s about avoiding getting bogged down in something much bigger.”
As Kutcher moves away from a once-close friendship, it signals another casualty in the dismantling of Diddy’s carefully crafted image. The actor’s decision underscores a broader reckoning in Hollywood, where alliances are being reevaluated in the face of accountability and public scrutiny.
