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Original Claim

Diddy names Bill Gates as his Hero

a month ago

Context by Compass

The claim that Sean "Diddy" Combs named Bill Gates as his hero appears to be based on a single, unverified report from 2003 by Neowin, which cited a Reuters article that could not be found in the Reuters archives. According to the Neowin article, Diddy allegedly mentioned Gates as one of his heroes during a press event, alongside figures like Muhammad Ali and Michael Jordan. However, there is no direct evidence or corroboration from major media outlets to support this claim. The rumor has resurfaced recently, possibly due to Diddy's current legal issues, but it remains unsubstantiated. The lack of evidence and the reliance on a single source highlight the dangers of misinformation, especially when it involves high-profile figures. It is crucial to approach such claims with skepticism and verify them with credible sources. Snopes, FandomWire.