Call him ""Puffy,"" ""Puff Daddy,"" P Diddy,"" ""Diddy,"" or even ""Sean"" - by whatever name he goes by, Sean Combs is a hip-hop star extraordinaire. With unquenchable determination and aspiration, and a dashing sense of style and showmanship, Combs has achieved whatever he puts his mind to. This biography presents the story of Sean Combs.

Call him "Puffy," "Puff Daddy," "P. Diddy," "Diddy," or even "Sean"--by whatever name he currently goes, Sean Combs is a hip-hop star extraordinaire. With unquenchable determination and a sense of style and showmanship, Combs has been able to achieve whatever he put his mind to, attaining an incredible amount of wealth and success despite the obstacles he has had to endure. From humble Harlem beginnings to global commodity, the story of Sean Combs depicts the ultimate American dream. Starting as a New York City party promoter, Combs went on to create Bad Boy Records, establishing himself as a hitmaking producer. From there came success as a restauranteur and a fashion designer, with acting roles in film and on Broadway. This new full-color biography features informative sidebars, a comprehensive discography, and an in-depth chronology that highlight the fascinating life and times of this entrepreneurial--and mercurial--superstar.