It was a public embarrassment at the Orange County Fair when Sean 'Diddy' Combs' teenage twin daughters were marched off a rollercoaster for refusing to put away their mobile phones.
The removal, caught on video and widely shared on social media, stunned onlookers who watched Jessie James and D'Lila Star Combs, both 18, being escorted from the ride moments before it began. The incident has since sparked debate about celebrity privilege, staff behaviour and safety rules in amusement parks.
The Incident That Sparked Headlines
The drama unfolded at the Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa, California, in mid-August. The twins, accompanied by friends, boarded a rollercoaster and were strapped in when a ride conductor reportedly instructed them to stow their phones.
According to reports, the instruction was repeated several times, but the young women allegedly ignored the directive. Moments later, the conductor demanded they unbuckle and leave the ride. Witnesses described the staff member as 'rude' and abrupt, while others defended the decision as standard safety protocol.
'Rude' or Responsible? Public Reaction Split
Clips of the removal circulated quickly online, showing Jessie and D'Lila calmly stepping off while the operator gestured firmly. Social media users were divided, some criticised the conductor's tone, while others argued the twins had been treated no differently than any other visitors.
The twins were not ejected from the fair altogether. Reports confirmed they later received replacement tickets and rode another rollercoaster later that evening, apparently without incident.
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Life Under Scrutiny: Diddy's Family in the Spotlight
The episode came at a sensitive time for the Combs family. Their father, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, remains in custody following a July 2025 federal trial in New York. He was found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, though acquitted on more serious racketeering and sex-trafficking charges.
The trial attracted massive media attention, painting an unflattering portrait of the music mogul who once commanded an empire valued in the hundreds of millions. Legal experts suggest that even partial convictions will have lasting consequences for his business and reputation.
For Jessie and D'Lila, the legal troubles have only intensified public scrutiny of their every move. What might have been a minor fairground spat quickly escalated into global headlines precisely because of their surname.
Building Their Own Identity
Despite the shadow of their father's legal woes, the twins have been working to establish themselves as independent figures. In June 2025, they graduated from Sierra Canyon High School in Los Angeles and announced plans to skip immediate university studies.
Instead, the pair revealed they are launching a fashion line called 12TWINTY1. The brand name reflects their birth date, 21 December 2006, and symbolises their shared identity. In interviews, the twins have expressed ambitions to merge streetwear influences with luxury styling, building a label that resonates with Gen-Z consumers.
More Than Just a Rollercoaster Drama
While the Orange County Fair incident might seem trivial, it reveals the microscope under which celebrity children live. What would have been a quiet safety enforcement for ordinary visitors became a viral talking point when P Diddy's daughters were involved.
It also highlights the tightrope that amusement park staff walk between customer service and safety enforcement. A single accusation of being 'rude' can reverberate worldwide if the guests are famous enough.
The rollercoaster saga was short, sharp and arguably overblown, but it underscores how celebrity status magnifies even minor mishaps.
As the Combs twins move forward with their fashion ambitions, they may find that the real ride is not at the fairground but in the court of public opinion.
