But his comments go deeper than one unsettling encounter. Howard used his time on the podcast to speak more broadly about the rot beneath Hollywood’s shiny surface.

He suggested that many people in the industry end up sacrificing their values to climb the ladder. And often, they don’t even realise how much of themselves they’ve given away until it’s too late.

He explained that the relentless chase for relevance, money, and approval in the industry can turn people into strangers to themselves. It’s not just about playing a role in front of a camera; it becomes a full-time performance, even off-screen.

In the process, many lose their integrity, identity, and, in some cases, their sense of spiritual grounding.

It’s a warning he’s seen play out too many times: the idea that the next big break will finally bring satisfaction only to realise they’ve traded authenticity for applause.

Meanwhile, federal authorities allege Diddy operated a network of sexual exploitation spanning two decades, from 2004 to 2024. Reports claim he organised “Freak Offs”, which were drug-fuelled parties where women were coerced into sex acts.

Diddy is currently in federal custody in Brooklyn, with a trial date set for 5 May in Manhattan. If convicted on all charges, he could face life behind bars.

With more celebrities choosing podcasts as a space to speak freely, it seems the days of keeping Hollywood’s dirtiest secrets under wraps are numbered.