Singer Jennifer Lopez was seen arguing furiously with boyfriend Diddy at the 2000 MTV VMAs after-party – the night the rapper was accused of raping a 13-year-old girl.

The images have been released for the first time, showing a heated argument between the power couple hours before the alleged shocking incident. An eyewitness told the Daily Mail that Diddy, Jennifer Lopez, her sister Lynda and a group of friends attended the after-party. The event, co-hosted by rappers Eminem and Dr. Dre, was a star-studded affair at a now-closed New York nightclub. Jennifer Lopez received a standing ovation that night after winning the award for Best Dance Video for her music video Waiting for Tonight .

Witnesses said Diddy and J.Lo were at odds from the start of the party: “As the night went on, tension between him and J.Lo increased,” leading to a heated exchange in the middle of a crowded room.

In the photo, the On the Floor singer stands on a raised platform, looking annoyed, glaring at Diddy as the rapper pours champagne. Sources say J.Lo’s sister tried to calm the tension between them, but the argument continued. The incident only ended when Diddy abruptly left with Jennifer Lopez and her entourage.