Do you think I’m to blame for Erica’s appearance on Love and Hip Hop at the moment? Well, consider this: they approached me first, but I declined. So why am I suddenly involved? Scrap mentioned wanting to involve her to boost their earnings, which is fine by me. I’m all for people like Cat Williams laying down some truths in 2024. Diamond isn’t holding back on whatever drama is brewing among her, Scrappy, Bambi, and Erica Dixon. Frankly, I’m done playing nice. I don’t start trouble, and I won’t let Erica Dixon or anyone else tarnish my reputation.
This ongoing saga has stretched out over the years, and given the current developments, it seems destined to remain a topic of discussion for years to come. Scrappy and Diamond were romantically involved before his marriage to Bambi, but their relationship fizzled out following allegations of her infidelity with Soulja Boy back in 2011. Erica also had a relationship with Scrappy in the mid-2000s, though the exact timeline is unclear. Diamond insists that Erica was initially involved as a third party in their affair. Since then, the situation has only grown more tangled, with Bambi and Erica entering the picture as well.
Despite their tumultuous history, Scrappy and Erica have rekindled their friendship following his split from Bambi, much to the surprise of many. Despite their insistence that they are just friends, fans remain skeptical, especially considering their joint appearances, including vacations and front row seats at Usher’s Vegas residency. They’ve even taken steps to blend their families, arranging playdates for Erica Dixon’s twins and Scrappy’s three children with Bambi.
In a whirlwind of drama, Scrappy’s encounters with Diamond intertwine with his moments shared with Erica. In a tantalizing preview of Love and Hip Hop Atlanta, Diamond drops hints at a potentially steamy connection with Scrappy, voicing concerns about the overlapping affections between them. “Oh honey, he was quite the charmer. Yours truly, indeed. Just making sure our paths didn’t intertwine too closely,” she quips. The showdown between Erica and Diamond unfolds with riveting intensity. While some may speculate if it’s all just a scripted narrative for reality TV, Diamond is undeniably stealing the spotlight. In a jaw-dropping appearance on the Carlos King show, Diamond boldly claims credit for Erica’s entrance onto Love & Hip Hop. According to Diamond, Erica’s career was stagnant until she intervened, spinning the narrative and injecting it with life. The shade thrown is simply monumental, leaving audiences gasping for more.
If you thought Diamond was just dropping bombshells about Erica’s career, think again. She delved even deeper, revealing how Erica has consistently played the role of the side chick. “You were never the main chick, always second best. I got the ring first. Why are you so fixated on your first baby daddy? You should be questioning your second baby daddy situation, or why you chose to have kids with him while he was committed to another woman.” And the drama doesn’t stop there. When asked about her relationship status with Scrappy, Diamond admitted they had a fling at one point, describing it as “coloring outside and inside the lines,” implying Scrappy crossed boundaries with her.
Leave it to Scrappy to fire back – he’d already chimed in on the video, suggesting that Diamond was only stirring the pot because she felt slighted for not being chosen. But Diamond wasted no time in hitting back, addressing Scrappy directly with a pointed retort: “Let’s set the record straight. I’m not interested in you. Don’t push me to expose the truth.” And she followed through, backing up her words with evidence by sharing screenshots of Scrappy’s attempts to initiate a hookup in her DMs.
Exhibit A comprises a message sent by Lil Scrappy to Diamond on Christmas morning, conveying warm wishes: “Merry Christmas, baby. I love you. Enjoy your life. Be happy and cherish time with your son. I’ve got a little something for you too, but just be blessed. Looking forward to seeing you soon.” Exhibit B features a video message attached to Exhibit A, where Lil Scrappy expresses holiday greetings while admiring Diamond’s beauty, and playfully interacts with their child. He reassures her, “It’s going to be all right. God’s got us. I woke up thinking of us. Bless you, baby. Love you. Stay blessed.” Exhibit C consists of a text exchange wherein Diamond expresses discontent over a video showing Lil Scrappy with Erica Dixon in a pool. Diamond voices her frustrations, recalling past issues, and Lil Scrappy responds by requesting to take their child to an event, with Diamond agreeing, emphasizing her commitment to proper care and not wanting their child to feel mistreated.
It wouldn’t come as a shock to me if Scrappy was trying to pursue Diamond while still in a relationship with Erica. If we recall, after Scrappy and Bambi divorced, there was a visible connection between Scrappy and Diamond. He even publicly acknowledged her, referring to her as “Diamond, AKA Dada,” expressing how she provided him with support during a tough time. However, things seemed to take a turn when Scrappy suddenly shifted his attention to Erica, openly discussing marriage and appearing to move on from Diamond. Yet, Diamond’s recent revelation suggests that Scrappy’s connection with her might not have faded away as easily as it seemed.
In August 2023, Diamond took to her Instagram to share a brief video of herself enjoying breakfast, later disclosing that the breakfast was prepared by Scrappy. Shortly after videos of Erica and Scrappy surfaced online, Diamond posted a snapshot of Scrappy seated on the edge of her bed, partially covered in rumpled sheets, suggesting he had spent the night. This implied that Diamond and Scrappy had been together. Furthermore, Diamond shared private text exchanges with Scrappy, revealing their attempts to arrange meetings. Thus, if Diamond exposes Bambi, it’s evident Scrappy sought a connection with Diamond. There’s no doubt about that.
Let’s just say Erica wasn’t the only one in the firing line, because, as we all know, this love story has been more of a square dance than a triangle. Diamond also faced inquiries about Bambi, and when questioned about any involvement with her, she didn’t hold back. “This whole rumor about her cozying up with Bambi while we were together and under the same roof, trying to make sense of things… it seems she was right in the mix. Is it true that when you and Scrappy were living together, Bambi was one of the women he was seeing behind your back?” “Yeah, it was my place, and Erica came over too. Erica was… Erica responds with what exactly, honey?”
Well, it’s evident that everyone played a part in the drama. When Scrappy’s marriage to Bambi hit the rocks, some thought Mama D might have been a factor, but Bambi clarified, alleging that Scrappy cheated with Diamond. Initially, Scrappy denied it, but texts surfaced of him inviting Diamond to his hotel while still with Bambi. Eventually, he confessed he sought from Diamond what Bambi couldn’t provide. He believed Bambi should’ve made him feel like “the guy,” but Diamond did. Now, with Erica possibly in the picture, Diamond asserts she’s done with Scrappy for good.
You know what? Erica isn’t just sitting back quietly either. She reacted to Diamond’s interview by posting a graphic insult, essentially labeling Diamond negatively. Diamond fired back, calling Erica the same name and suggesting Erica was the second choice by adding “#number two. Ers daughter.” Even Erica’s daughter, Imman, jumped in to defend her mother, reminding Diamond of a previous apology for disrespecting Erica. Diamond clarified that her apology was directed at Imman for upsetting her, not about Erica’s actions towards Diamond. In another exchange, Erica challenged someone who claimed Diamond wasn’t disrespectful, insisting they fact-check before defending Diamond. Erica seems to be issuing a serious warning to Diamond to get her facts straight, and I’m intrigued to see how this drama unfolds.
As for your thoughts? Who was the original secondary partner? And what’s your take on Diamond’s provocative interview, where she criticized Erica, Bambi, and Scrappy? Share your opinions in the comments below.
