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Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Diddy trial live: Rapper's unsettling four-word courtroom message revealed amid bizarre Freak Off testimony
Sean ' Diddy ' Combs has continued to put on the charisma for the audience in the courtroom during his federal sex-trafficking and racketeering trial. Before leaving the courthouse on Tuesday, he told the crowd in the gallery, 'I love you all,' and then said under his breath, 'yeah. Love.' The disgraced music mogul, 55, then addressed a woman, as reported by People, telling her to send a message to his eldest son: 'Please let Justin know I'm thinking of him.' Six of seven of Diddy's children were in court last week bit have not been present this week. Diddy has sat in a Manhattan federal courtroom for two weeks as witnesses accuse him of using his wealth and power to coerce and threaten women and employees into fulfilling his disgusting sexual fantasies. His ex-girlfriend and main accuser Cassie Ventura testified last week that Combs was enraged when she left him for a period of time in 2011 and began dating rapper Kid Cudi, who is expected to testify this week. Diddy denies all allegations against him. His lawyers admit he's a woman beater - although he does not face domestic abuse charges - but that he is not guilty of sex trafficking or racketeering.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Diddy's Ex Misa Hylton Explains Why She Was In Court During Sex Trafficking Trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend Misa Hylton explained why she attended the opening of the disgraced mogul's trial in New York City on Monday, May 12. Diddy, 55, is being tried at the Daniel Patrick Moynihan U.S. Courthouse on charges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. (The rapper pleaded not guilty to all charges and has denied the allegations against him.) Some were surprised to see Hylton, 51, joining her and Diddy's son, Justin Combs, born 1993, at Monday's hearing. Hylton was using a walker due to a recent leg injury. On Saturday, May 17, Hylton posted an explanation via Instagram for both her recent injury and her decision to appear in court with son Justin, who has offered public support for his father. A Timeline of Diddy's Legal Troubles and Accusations: From Cassie Lawsuit to Multiple Arrests 'God is good all the time! Yes, I'm good everyone I'm on my healing journey,' she wrote via Instagram. 'When I suffered my injury I had chosen to heal privately but when my son said 'Mommy I need you' I was right there for him, walker and all. I'm a MOTHER FIRST, FOR REAL and I am my son's strength and thats just what it is. Plain and Simple.' She went on, 'Whoever doesn't understand that just simply isn't in alignment with me or anything that I'm about in life. I'm cool with that. I have a purpose filled life that I live daily. I make impact. I'm not concerned with insecure people attempting to project their insecurities on to me. EVER.' Hylton encouraged anyone who disagrees with her stance not to 'let this app [Instagram] rule your life.' 'Every moment isn't a glamour moment, your best highlight reel, some moments are as down to the bone as you could ever in your life imagine. Layered and complex,' she added. 'To all of my temporarily disabled and disabled people, don't ever be ashamed of your condition or the need to use the medical tools created to assist in your healing or the way you need to move around in this world.' Her statement concluded, 'If you have God in your heart, pray for us all. Be kind, use critical thinking and hold your head high.' Hylton previously offered public support to Diddy's ex-girlfriend Cassie in 2024 after CNN aired hotel security footage from 2016 of Diddy assaulting her in the hallway of a hotel— including dragging her by her neck and kicking her repeatedly. Diddy later publicly apologized via an Instagram video. Why Isn't the Diddy Trial Being Broadcast or Livestreamed? Why Some Court Cases Are Private 'It's difficult to reflect on the darkest times in your life, sometimes you gotta do that,' Diddy, 54, told Instagram followers. 'I was f**ked up. I mean, I hit rock bottom but I make no excuses. My behavior on that video is inexcusable. I take full responsibility for my actions in that video. I'm disgusted.' At the time, Hylton wrote that she was 'heartbroken' for Cassie (real name Casandra Ventura), 38, having to relive 'the horror of her abuse' with the release of the security footage. 'My heart goes out to her. I know exactly how she feels, and through my empathy, it has triggered my own trauma,' Hylton wrote via Instagram in May 2024. 'These young people [Diddy's children] were raised by women that want the best for them — we put God and education first and have always been united in our mutual effort to support their dreams. Two of the youngest do not have their mother here and it has been our duty to support them.' She added, 'Their father needs help and I am praying that he truly does the personal work and receives it.' Prior to Diddy's current New York trial, Cassie filed a lawsuit against him over allegations of sexual and physical abuse throughout their on-off 11-year relationship in November 2023. The mogul, 55, denied her allegations in a statement shared by his attorney and has maintained his innocence in his current court case. 'Mr. Combs vehemently denies these offensive and outrageous allegations,' Diddy's lawyer Ben Brafman said in response to Cassie's lawsuit. One day after the suit was filed, Diddy and Cassie settled out of court for $20 million. Cassie said in a statement that she chose to 'resolve this matter amicably on terms [where she had] some level of control.' Every Celebrity Mentioned During the Diddy Trial: Kanye West, Michael B. Jordan and More Cassie appeared as a star witness for the prosecution in Diddy's sex trafficking trial over four days in New York City this past week. She testified about allegedly enduring emotional, physical and sexual abuse throughout her 11-year on-off relationship with Diddy. Following the conclusion of her testimony on Friday, May 16, Cassie's attorney Douglas Wigdor read a statement on her behalf outside the Daniel Patrick Moynihan U.S. Courthouse. 'Tise week has been extremely challenging but also remarkably empowering and healing for me,' her statement read. 'I hope that my testimony has given strength and a voice to other survivors and can help others who have suffered to speak up and also heal from abuse and fear.' Her statement continued, 'For me, the more I heal, the more I can remember. And the more I can remember, the more I will never forget.' Since his arrest, Diddy has been held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. His four requests for bail were denied by Judge Arun Subramanian. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support. If you or someone you know is a human trafficking victim, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.
Times
16-05-2025
- Times
P Diddy trial live: judge receives letter about Cassie testimony
Three of Sean Combs's children, his sons Justin Combs, 31, and Christian Combs, 27, and his daughter Chance Combs, 19, are back in court on Friday. Family members have attended on each day of the trial so far. On Monday, Combs's daughters — Chance, and twins D'Lila and Jessie, 17, left the court during graphic testimony about their father's alleged sexual encounters. The adult children were seen with Combs's mother, Janice Combs, holding hands and embracing in a prayer circle on Wednesday after Cassie Ventura's direct evidence concluded. Cassie Ventura, wearing a dark-striped suit jacket over a light-coloured blouse, testified that Sean Combs took her phone and other possessions on numerous occasions after suspecting that she was seeing other people. Combs snatched her phone out of her hand while they were in a car in Los Angeles in 2016, she said, after finding out that she was dating an unidentified NFL player. Her mother called the police after Ventura returned home without the phone. On another occasion, Combs grabbed her phone after suspecting that she was seeing the R&B singer Chris Brown, she said. Combs also took her watch, passport and car when he became angry with her, even if they were on a break in their relationship, she testified. Anna Estevao, for the defence, has begun by asking Cassie Ventura about Combs's drug use at the time in 2016 that Sean Combs was seen on hotel surveillance cameras assaulting her. Ventura was reminded that she had previously said Combs was 'blackout' — when a person loses their memory because of drug use. 'Everybody's definition of blackout is different,' Ventura replied. She was then asked to read a text message, describing the hotel incident, which she sent to Combs four days afterwards: 'When you get f***ed up the wrong way you always want to show me that you have the power and you knock me around. I'm not a rag doll, I'm someone's child,' it read. Prosecutors have accused the defence of trying to drag out their cross-examination of Cassie Ventura in an overnight letter to the judge. Sean Combs's lawyers appeared intent on forcing Ventura to return to the witness box on Monday so the rapper could review transcripts over the weekend and prepare additional questions. They raised the risk of a mistrial if Ventura was required to return on Monday but instead goes into labour over the weekend. She is due to give birth to her third child in June. The defence had earlier claimed that prosecutors purposely delayed calling Ventura to testify so they would have less time to cross-examine her. Casandra 'Cassie' Ventura's marathon spell on the witness stand continues on Friday. On Thursday, Anna Estevao, Combs's lawyer, had Cassie read out dozens of messages that she exchanged with the hip-hop mogul about her participation in the days-long sexual performances with male sex workers that he called 'freak offs'. In August 2009, Combs asked when she wanted the next encounter to be, and she replied: 'I'm always ready to freak off.' In a 2017 text message, Cassie told Combs: 'I love our 'freak offs' when we both want it.'
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial: Diddy's kids stand by him in court as the trafficking trial begins; here's who attended his trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' widely publicised trafficking and racketeering trial started on May 12. Diddy's children were seen walking into a New York court hand in hand, showing their support as his federal crimes trial began. #Operation Sindoor The damage done at Pak bases as India strikes to avenge Pahalgam Why Pakistan pleaded to end hostilities Kashmir's Pahalgam sparks Karachi's nightmare The music mogul is facing serious charges, and his family, particularly his children, are staying close as the legal battle plays out in public. While some of his sons are named in lawsuits related to the case, the family remains together. Diddy has pleaded not guilty to all counts, including human trafficking and racketeering. How is Diddy's family reacting to the trial? As Diddy's federal trial began on Monday with the conclusion of jury selection and the beginning of opening arguments, the troubled music mogul's mother, Janice Combs, was spotted arriving at court with his children, Quincy Brown, Justin Combs, Christian Combs, Chance Combs, D'Lila Combs, and Jessie Combs, as per a report by USA Today. Despite being charged with racketeering, human trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution, the rapper's mother and kids have remained supportive. Live Events "We stand united, supporting you every step of the way," his children declared in a joint statement in October, claiming that their father has been criticised on social media for accusations, conspiracy theories, and false narratives that have gotten out of control. ALSO READ: Kai Trump, Donald Trump's eldest grandchild, goes viral after posting video of a lurid song to mark her 18th birthday Which family members are linked to the allegations? Several adult offspring of Combs have been linked to his legal issues. Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones, a music producer, filed a complaint alleging physical assault and human trafficking against his son, Justin Combs. The lawsuit alleges that Justin Combs or Diddy shot a man known only as "G." The oldest Combs kid was allegedly present during the argument inside a recording studio, as per a report by USA Today. Justin Combs is also accused of participating in Diddy's "trafficking venture." According to the complaint, Justin Combs engaged in "freak offs", a term he allegedly used to describe prostitute encounters, and solicited "prostitutes, underaged girls,' as per a report by USA Today. The lawsuit also named Christian "King" Combs, Combs' youngest son. The complaint claims that Lil Rod saw the rapper "drugging and assaulting a woman". Who are Diddy's children, and how old are they? The seven children Diddy has range in age from two to thirty-three, six of whom are biological, as per a report by USA Today. Justin Combs, age 31, is Diddy's first biological son with fashion designer and stylist Misa Hylton. The 33-year-old son of model and ex-girlfriend Kim Porter, who passed away in 2018 following a fight with pneumonia, was adopted by Diddy. Christian "King" Combs, 27, and twin daughters D'Lila and Jessie Combs, 18, are the other three children the ex-couple had together. Diddy and businesswoman Sarah Chapman are parents to another daughter, Chance Combs, who is eighteen years old. In October 2022, his seventh and final child, a daughter named Love Sean Combs, was born to model and cybersecurity expert Dana Tran. FAQs How many children does Diddy have? He has seven children, six biological and one adopted, who range in age from toddler to 33. Which of Diddy's children are involved in the lawsuit? Justin and Christian Combs were named in legal complaints related to the ongoing federal crimes investigation.
USA Today
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Who are Sean 'Diddy' Combs' kids? These family members attended his sex-crimes trial
Who are Sean 'Diddy' Combs' kids? These family members attended his sex-crimes trial Show Caption Hide Caption What we know about the case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs The trial against Sean 'Diddy' Combs is kicking off. How strong is the case against him? Here's what we know now. Sean "Diddy" Combs' children are standing by his side as his sex-crimes trial begins. The embattled music mogul's kids turned out to the courthouse in New York on May 12, and were seen walking hand-in-hand, as his federal trial got underway with the completion of jury selection and start of opening arguments. Combs' kids Quincy Brown, Justin Combs, Christian Combs, Chance Combs, D'Lila Combs and Jessie Combs were seen arriving to court, as was his mother, Janice Combs. The rapper's mom and children have remained supportive as he faced charges of racketeering, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution. In a joint statement in October, his kids said their father has been judged "based on accusations, conspiracy theories, and false narratives that have spiraled into absurdity on social media," adding, "We stand united, supporting you every step of the way." Combs has also pleaded not guilty to all counts against him. A few of Combs' adult children have been implicated in his legal troubles. His son Justin Combs was named as a defendant in a sexual assault and sex trafficking lawsuit brought by music producer Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones. According to the suit, the eldest Combs son was present during an altercation at a recording studio, in which Diddy or Justin Combs is alleged to have shot a man, referred to simply as "G." Justin Combs is also alleged to have been involved in Diddy's "sex-trafficking venture." The complaint claimed Justin Combs solicited "prostitutes, underaged girls, and sex workers" and participated in "freak offs" (a term Combs allegedly used to refer to sexual encounters with sex workers). Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers accuse prosecution of bias against Black jurors Combs' youngest son, Christian "King" Combs was also named in the lawsuit. According to the complaint, Lil Rod witnessed the rapper "drugging and sexually assaulting a woman." King was also sued in 2024 for allegedly assaulting a woman on a yacht in 2022. Diddy trial updates: Prosecutors call first witness; allege sweeping physical and sexual abuse How many children does Diddy have? Diddy has seven children, six of them biological, ranging in age from 2 to 33. How old are Diddy's children? Sean Combs' family tree, explained Diddy had his first biological son, Justin Combs, 31, with fashion designer and stylist Misa Hylton. Diddy adopted Quincy Brown, 33, the son of ex-girlfriend and model Kim Porter, who died in 2018 after a battle with pneumonia. The former couple also shared three other children: son Christian "King" Combs, 27, and twin daughters D'Lila and Jessie Combs, 18. Diddy trial livestream: Why you won't be able to watch inside the courtroom Diddy has another daughter, 18-year-old Chance Combs, whom he shares with businesswoman Sarah Chapman. His seventh and last child, daughter Love Sean Combs, was born in October 2022 with model and cybersecurity specialist Dana Tran. Diddy raid: Rap mogul's homes raided by law enforcement as part of investigation What is the age order of Diddy's kids? Quincy Brown, 33: born June 4, 1991 Justin Dior Combs, 31: born Dec. 30, 1993 Christian "King" Combs, 27: born April 1, 1998 Chance Combs, 18: born July 20, 2006 D'Lila Combs, 18: born Dec. 21, 2006 Jessie Combs, 18: born Dec. 21, 2006 Love Sean Combs, 2: born Oct. 15, 2022 Who is Justin Combs? In 2012, Justin Combs was accepted at the University of California, Los Angeles, on a $54,000 football scholarship. Sean 'Diddy' Combs jury selected: What to know in highly anticipated trial According to the UCLA Bruins' website, as a defensive back, he didn't see any play in his first year. He made some tackles on the field in 2013 and 2014. Following his football career, Justin Combs went into show business, executive producing a six-episode online talk show called "Respectfully Justin" through Revolt, his dad's media company, in 2021. He was also the executive producer of "The Crew League," a televised celebrity basketball tournament. Diddy 'stomped repeatedly' on Cassie, prosecutors say in trial opening statements Justin Combs also dabbled in acting, making appearances in the Starz series "Power Book II: Ghost." Who is Christian 'King' Combs? Christian Combs, also known as the rapper King Combs, signed with his father's label, Bad Boy Records, in 2016. That same year, he graduated from high school. In 2019, he released his EP, "Cyncerely C3," which featured collaborations with Ty Dolla $ign, Jeremih and City Girls. He followed this with singles and collaborations before releasing a four-track EP, "C3," in 2023. In 2024, he released the track "Pick a Side," which references the federal raids on his father Sean Combs' homes. In September 2023, Christian Combs joined his dad in performing onstage at the MTV VMAs, where Sean Combs was presented with the Global Icon Award. He's also active in fashion and signed with IMG Models in 2023. In 2018, at 19, he was named the face of Dolce & Gabbana's spring/summer 2018 campaign. In 2020, he collaborated with Rihanna for a Savage X Fenty capsule collection. His mom, model and actress Kim Porter, died in 2018 at age 47 of pneumonia. She and Sean Combs had an on-again, off-again relationship that ended after 13 years in 2007. Who is Diddy's stepson Quincy Brown? The actor and singer Quincy Brown, who appeared in the Starz series "Power Book III: Raising Kanan," is Sean Combs' stepson. His parents are Kim Porter and singer/songwriter and record producer Al B. Sure. Brown has also made appearances in TV shows, movies and music videos, including 2015's "Dope" and "Brotherly Love," as well as the Fox drama "Star" and Maluma's 2021 music video for "Sobrio," per IMDb. Contributing: Edward Segarra, Jay Stahl and Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY
