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Justin Combs Receives Full Football Scholarship to UCLA

Diddy's oldest son Justin Combs accepted a full scholarship to UCLA.
Justin Combs Receives Full Scholarship
Justin Combs
By Derrick Bryson Taylor · Updated October 28, 2020
Diddy’s son Justin Combs is not looking to make his mark on the music industry, but in the world of college football.

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It was announced today that Diddy’s oldest son has accepted a full scholarship to play football at UCLA, according to the YBF.

Currently a senior at Iona Prep in New Rochelle, New York, Combs has a 3.75 GPA and is President of the African-American Society. He plans to major in Business Finance while at UCLA.

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Combs said in a statement, “Today I am truly blessed and thankful to accept my scholarship and give my full commitment to UCLA. Playing division I football was a long dream of mine, and through hard work I was able to achieve it. I am a live testament that with a strong relationship with God, family and had work dreams do come true.”

Congratulations to Justin Combs on his success, and we look forward to seeing you win big at UCLA!

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