Who Is Virginia ‘Gina' Huynh? From ‘Victim 3' to Sean ‘Diddy' Combs' unexpected defender
Virginia "Gina" Huynh, once known as "Victim 3" in Sean "Diddy" Combs' case, now advocates for his release, citing his need to care for his children and heal. Despite past allegations of abuse, she believes Combs has changed. This plea comes as Combs awaits sentencing on Mann Act convictions, with prosecutors opposing bail due to his history of violence.
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Virginia 'Gina' Huynh, once identified as 'Victim 3' in the federal case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, now calls for his release ahead of sentencing
Virginia 'Gina' Huynh, once identified only as 'Victim 3' in the federal case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, is now publicly calling for the hip-hop mogul's release ahead of his October sentencing. In a letter to US District Judge Arun Subramanian, Huynh says she no longer believes Combs poses a danger and hopes he'll be granted bond so he can care for his children and 'continue healing.'The letter submitted as part of a legal filing by Combs' defense team on Sunday(August 3) is the first time Huynh has identified herself by name in relation to the trial. Once expected to be a central witness for the prosecution, Huynh did not testify. Prosecutors told the court they lost contact with her and her attorney before the trial began.Now, after 11 months in pre-sentencing detention, Combs' attorneys say her letter adds a vital, human dimension to their ongoing push for his release.'He has substantial ties to his family and community, including children who depend on him for emotional and financial support,' Huynh wrote. 'Allowing him to be at home will also support the healing process for all involved.'
Huynh, a former model and influencer, says she dated Combs between 2014 and 2019. In prior public interviews, including a 2022 appearance on Unwine with Tasha K, she described their relationship as emotionally and physically abusive. She alleged that Combs pressured her to have multiple abortions, provided her alcohol while pregnant, and emotionally manipulated her during their time together.Despite these past claims, Huynh's letter to the court describes a man who has changed. 'Our relationship, like many, was not always perfect… but he was willing to acknowledge his mistakes and make better decisions in the future,' she wrote.The shift has sparked debate over whether Huynh's statement reflects forgiveness.Combs was convicted on July 2 of two federal counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, under the Mann Act. He was acquitted of the more serious sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges, which could have carried a life sentence.Prosecutors argue Combs' 'extensive history of violence,' including past abuse of multiple women and video evidence from 2016 involving singer Cassie Ventura, makes him a risk to the public. They are seeking a 'substantial' prison term and strongly oppose bail, even after a $50 million bond offer from the defense.
Judge Subramanian has denied bail several times already, citing danger to the community. A final ruling on the renewed bail request is expected in the coming weeks. For Combs, who has remained behind bars since his arrest, this letter may represent his last and best chance at temporary freedom before he learns his fate on October 3.
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