AndDiddy’s relationship with Kim Porterwas no different.

The connection with Diddy and Porter could best be described as an extended on-again-off-again relationship.

The couple broke up a year after their first child was born, but often rekindled their romance.

Kim Porter embracing Sean “Diddy” Combs

Telling Essence, “I would have preferred to find out from him because that’s a man.”

“Because, most of all, we were friends.

Eventually Diddy divulged the truth, and was shocked to learn Porter had already been informed by someone else.

Kim Porter and Diddy holding their twins

And for me, once the respect is gone, I’m not even listening to you.”

After the final split, the duo shared custody of their children and remained friendly.

Diddy often praised her publicly and has even made several tender tribute posts to her on Instagram.