Sean Diddy Combs allegedly enticed participants into a sex trafficking ring by offering proximity to his popularity and implying those in his inner circle would have access to celebrities, athletes and even royalty like Prince Harry , according to a civil lawsuit filed by Rodney Jones, a former producer, last month.

In late February, Jones accused Combs of extensive sexual abuse and harassment in claims filed to the Southern District Court of New York, in which he said the rapper used his lavish parties and social status to recruit people into participating in and facilitating the alleged sex trafficking venture.

In court filings made on Monday, Jones lawyers wrote that Mr. Combs was known for throwing the best parties, and that an affiliation with Combs provided his associates with legitimacy, immense success, and access to top and emerging artists, celebrities, famous athletes, political figures, musicians, and international dignitaries like British Royal and Prince Harry.

It is unclear why the Duke of Sussex was the only figure singled out by name in Jones suit.