When Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested on a federal indictment involving sex trafficking earlier this week, many in the Hamptons immediately harkened back to the days of his iconic White Party bashes at East Hampton home.
## The Infamous White Party
Celebrities flocked to the waterfront house for the annual party that, for a time, became a rite of summer passage. Decked in white from head to toe, party-goers reveled at the hip-hop mogul’s contemporary-style house overlooking Gardiner’s Bay in the late 1990s and early 2000s — while others jockeyed to get on the list next to Paris Hilton, Mariah Carey, Howard Stern, Leonardo DiCaprio, rocker Tommy Lee, and more.
## A Look at the Property
The house at 40 Hedges Banks Drive, which Sean “Diddy” Combs used to own and is on Gardiner’s Bay, was back on the market in 2023. The 4,500-square-foot pad hasn’t changed much since Diddy owned it, except for some interior updating. It still is set up with plenty of room to entertain — the White Party often boasted more than 1,000 guests — both inside and out. The home offers a fully finished lower level with a wine cellar, a movie room, a laundry room, and another en-suite bedroom with a walk-in closet.
### Interior Design
The property features an open floor plan with double-height ceilings and clerestory windows, bringing natural light to the interior spaces. Inside, the great room features a unique curved wall with a bar and a double-sided fireplace that shares with the dining room. The property’s interior walls are “Pearly White” reflecting the light and offering an impressive visual appearance.
## Timeline of Events
### Arrest and Prosecution of Serial Trespasser
In 2012, East Hampton Town police arrested Quamine T. Taylor, who entered the home, triggering the alarm, and in 2001, the same incident had occurred with Taylor previously entering the residence.
## Aftermath of the Party and the Sale of the House
Years after the White Party moved, the house was again in the news in 2013. Diddy sold the home in 2020 for $4.7 million, doubling his return on investment, and purchased the property for $2.45 million in 1998.
## Conclusion
The Hamptons residence of the now-jailed rapper and producer served as the scene for iconic party nights filled with laughter and excitement for many, hosting the cream of Hollywood elite and Hip-Hop giants. Over the years, the White Party bashes and comings-and-goings drew attention and stirred memories within the communities as a momentous, nostalgic event within the rich East Hampton entertainment scene.
## Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What year was the party held?
A: The parties occurred in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Q: Who bought and sold the house?
A: Sean “Diddy” Combs and Saunders & Associates listed it.
Q: Are there many other famous celebrities living around the location?
A: Yes, designer Donna Karan, Hugh Jackman, and the Australian actress Deborra-Lee Furness among others.
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