The female chef who alleges she was assaulted by Stefon Diggs has shared a statement as he enters a not guilty plea.
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Female Chef For Stefon Diggs Shares Statement On Alleged Assault
On Friday, February 13, the woman, who has not been identified in news reports, took to Instagram to share a message with the public. Furthermore, she wrote that she is writing to address the “false information that has been shared publicly.”
Additionally, she stated that she is a “professional chef” with 10 years of professional experience, and her “reputation” and “integrity” matter deeply to her. Claims that she engaged in “settlement discussions” with Digg, she says, are “untrue.” And she noted that she “never sought money” from him. Furthermore, she stated that she would “never” make false claims about domestic violence because she knows the allegations are serious and damaging.
“I did not seek public attention and reported this matter through the proper legal channels. This is an active criminal matter, and I will continue to respect the legal process,” she added by noting that she will not engage with “rumors” or “personal attacks.”
Instead, she noted that she is focused on “healing,” her work, and “moving forward with integrity” while trusting the legal process.
Social Media Reacts
Social media users weighed in on the female chef’s statements in TSR’s comment section. Many noted that Stefon Diggs appears to be taking back-to-back L’s with the loss of the Super Bowl and this criminal case.
While Instagram user @zevarra_ceo added, “If it happened, he needs to be held accountable. The days of women staying quiet after being assaulted is over. 💪🏾”
Stefon Diggs Enters Not Guilty Plea In Alleged Assault Against Female Chef
Meanwhile, The Guardian reports that Stefon Diggs entered a not guilty plea to the strangulation and assault charges on Friday, February 13. His arraignment reportedly went down at the Dedham District Court in Massachusetts. Additionally, he was ordered to reappear in court on April 1.
Per the outlet, the chef alleges that on December 2, 2025, she confronted Diggs over money he allegedly owed her for her services. In turn, he allegedly smacked her in the face. And he allegedly tried to choke her by wrapping his elbow around her neck. Per PEOPLE, the chef reported the assault to police on December 16, 2025.
The Guardian adds that Diggs has denied the claims, and the New England Patriots have expressed their support for him.
