Sean “Diddy” Combs is giving his loved ones a message.
On the nineteenth day of the sex trafficking trial, on June 9th, rap mogul’s mother, Janice Combs, walked into the courtroom. Reporters present at NBC News stated that he conveyed his appreciation for her being there.
After the courtroom returned from lunch, Combs mouthed to his mother, “I love you, mommy.”
However, this isn’t the first occasion that the 55-year-old, who has pleaded not guilty to charges including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and forced sex trafficking, among others, has expressed a statement while being accompanied by his legal team.
Indeed, during the trial in May, Combs extended a gesture of affection with his hands as he walked into the New York City courtroom. Later on, May 20, as the court was wrapping up, he spoke out to those present, saying, “I appreciate you all. Absolutely. Love.
Afterward, he addressed a lady in the audience and mentioned something that appeared to be about his son Justin Combs, who is 31 years old. He requested her to convey to Justin that he was thinking about him.
In the ongoing court case, Combs has received unwavering backing from his family. This includes his mother, as well as his sons Justin (31), Quincy Brown (34), Christian “King” Combs (27), Chance Combs (19), and 18-year-old twins D’Lila and Jessie Combs.
The Combs family has often been present in a room connected to the founder of Bad Boy Records. Interestingly, on May 13th, his daughters chose to leave the room as his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, delivered vivid testimony accusing him of causing physical, emotional, and financial harm during their relationship.
Despite D’Lila, Jessie, and Chance not appearing since the start of the trial, Janice, Justin, King, and Quincy have been regularly present. As Combs’ former partner, who is referred to as “Jane” during the trial and “Victim-2” in the indictment, shared details about the alleged abuse in their relationship, those close to Combs were present in the courtroom.
Jane disclosed that a significant aspect of their five-year relationship (from 2021 to 2024) was spent on “overnight stays” at hotels, and these experiences bore a striking resemblance to Ventura’s encounters at “wild parties.
She testified on June 9th that she communicated to Combs that she wished to abstain from having sexual relationships with other men. She expressed this in a text saying, “I’m feeling tired. I need a rest.” She also stated, “Sex is significant to me. I’ve been experiencing mental fog and difficulty focusing. I was unable to concentrate due to the influence of drugs.” Sean responded, “I don’t desire that from you,” to which she replied, “I require a break.
Because she relied on Combs for her finances, she expressed that it felt as though she had to deliver results, as she acquired the house in April of 2023.
Jane, visibly moved during her heartfelt statement, asserted, “I don’t wish to be pressured into sexual activity just for the sake of having a place to stay.
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18 days into the trial, Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team submitted a request for a mistrial on June 7, asserting that his ex, Cassie Ventura, and her friend Bryana Bongolan had falsely claimed that the rap entrepreneur had dangled Bongolan over a 17th-floor balcony.
lawyers representing Combs, whose request for a mistrial had been rejected by Judge Arun Subramanian, alleged misbehavior on the part of the prosecution involving the presentation of false or perjured testimony.
The letter states that during this court case, the government has given testimony which they either knew was not true or should have recognized as untruthful regarding their claim that Mr. Combs hung Bryana Bongolan over the balcony of Cassie Ventura’s apartment in September 2016. To prevent an unfair verdict in this trial, the court should declare a mistrial.
In response to the accusation, it was suggested that Bongolan had fabricated details about the event, citing certain discrepancies in her account. The defense is expected to present their case on June 9, and the judge will deliver his verdict the following day.
Jane, previously known as Victim-2 in the indictment, testified that starting from April 2023, two years into their relationship with Combs, he began covering her home rent expenses. She mentioned that she and the rap mogul agreed a month prior to this arrangement, where he would provide her a monthly allowance.
During that particular night at the hotel, it’s vividly etched in my memory that Sean put forward a sort of ‘commitment agreement’ or ‘relationship contract,’ as we now call it,” she explained to the jury. “In essence, he was asking me to state what I desired for an allowance.
month, just moving forward, that’s what he was going to do for me.”
She mentioned that she proposed a budget of 15,000, but he suggested 10,000. This was her explanation regarding the allowance. She began searching for new living spaces, eventually settling into a new home within her budget. Her priority was to find a large and comfortable dwelling where she and her child could relax. Somewhere that would serve as a haven, providing a sense of equilibrium in their relationship. Having given him all her affection, this was his way of reciprocating.
Jane claimed, according to the contract, she was entitled to money “for all items, free from any time constraints or undue stress, for a period of two years.
Jane confided that she frequently encountered urinary tract and yeast infections due to prolonged sexual activities, often experiencing them almost weekly. To manage this, she regularly took antibiotics. She also disclosed that she sometimes engaged in sexual activity before fully healing from her UTIs, and during “all nights” spent at hotels, she often felt soreness in her pelvic region.
The witness mentioned that she experienced discomfort in her shoulders and back while having sexual intercourse. Furthermore, she explained, “I found myself on the very edge of the chair or the bed, adopting positions he preferred for foreplay with these partners.
Regardless of the discomfort she felt, “Jane” stated that she chose not to inform Combs about her pain as she preferred not to convey any negative sentiments.
However, she claimed the discomfort wasn’t limited to their intimate moments. To the court, she explained that at Combs’ behest, she had her nipples pierced because he said it would “stimulate him greatly and that was what he desired from his partner.
She said she removed the piercings because they “snagged and bled and got infected.”
However, she testified that Combs was unhappy with her decision.
She claimed that he initially seemed fine with the situation, but later on, it appeared to her that he grew frustrated with the length of time it took for me to complete the task.
She noted, “He’d often comment, ‘When I see you next, I expect you to be sporting piercings. Something along those lines he’d say.’
It’s said that Jane claimed she was obligated to spend several hours at a hotel on her 2023 birthday, despite not wanting to do so.
Regardless of her repeated assertions that she did not wish to participate, she claimed he unexpectedly arranged for an “entertainer” to join them during their meal, a scenario strikingly similar to Ventura’s accounts of “freak offs.
The witness, who had been in a relationship with Combs from 2021 to 2024, stated that on this particular occasion, I chose to put on my best attire. We were out for a sushi dinner together. I was feeling quite elated to be with the one I loved. He was displaying such affectionate gestures, and then he expressed his eagerness to witness the entertainer later that night.
I never imagined this, to be honest,” I marveled aloud. “When he mentioned an entertainer, I was at a loss for words. But then he revealed it was my birthday and we should celebrate – how could I refuse?
Jane, while testifying and becoming emotional, expressed that the escort seemed “more like a stranger to me than anyone else.
On my birthday, I didn’t feel like engaging in such an activity, she declared. Instead, I remained seated on the couch, preparing myself for intimacy to quickly conclude the matter. I requested a condom from Sean. However, Sean responded with a disapproving expression. He gave me a dismissive look, seeming to shake his head and say, “You shouldn’t ask for one.
Following the reported handover of contraception by the hip-hop tycoon, “Jane” remarked that he seemed “unconcerned” or “nonchalant”.
She stated that he was leaving, and during the entire incident, he seemed dejected which made her quite uncomfortable. I couldn’t wait for it to end.
Jane claimed that the longest stretch of her “hotel stay” occurred over New Year’s Eve in 2022 and lasted approximately 3 to 3.5 days. She admitted to using ecstasy, caffeine, water, and protein shakes to keep herself awake throughout the extended all-night sexual encounter.
Jane stated that, on multiple occasions, she requested Combs for the male escorts to use a condom during their hotel stays. However, it’s claimed that he declined her request.
She informed the jurors that he reacted as if he was extremely agitated, and attempted to make her feel guilty. However, it wasn’t what he desired… He wanted to change the topic. He stated emphatically that it wouldn’t happen, so she should stop bringing it up. Furthermore, he expressed that he didn’t want any reminders of it while he was watching.
“Jane” shared insight into her decision to participate in orchestrated sex acts with the rap mogul.
As a lifestyle consultant, I can share that reports suggest the pioneer of Bad Boy Records was entertaining the notion of incorporating elements such as escorts and voyeurism into private settings, though these are merely accusations at this point.
She informed the court, “I agreed, for it appeared he desired it and it aroused him. In truth, I was deeply engrossed in my partner.
She claimed that Combs contacted a male escort, who she asserted they had previously engaged in sexual activity with, prior to their own intimate encounter. She added that this unconventional and entertaining night served as a prelude to how their relationship would unfold in the future.
She testified, ‘That night seemed to unleash a floodgate in our relationship, as if we had opened a Pandora’s box.’ It was overwhelming afterwards, and it became more than we could handle.
She claimed that approximately 90% of her encounters with Combs involved him engaging in sexual activities with another man, which usually took place in her presence. These intimate episodes persisted for stretches between 24 to 36 hours without any rest, and she felt compelled due to the understanding that he was covering her living expenses.
Jane shared that, due to her financial reliance on Sean Combs, also known as Diddy, she found herself in a situation where she felt compelled to continue engaging in sexual activities with him.
She stated that her sense of duty grew significantly because her partner was covering her rent expenses. If she resisted his sexual advances, he would respond by implying, “If you insist on leaving, that’s alright. Are you requiring an additional three months in the house? Because I’m not going to keep paying for a woman’s accommodation whom I’m not seeing.
As I found myself increasingly focused on my relationship with Combs, I noticed a significant drop in my earnings from social media. This was due to the fact that my activity and presence on these platforms significantly decreased.
She stated that her sole means of earning money came from child support provided by another individual, also known as Combs.
For the initial court appearance on June 5, the female defendant identified as “Victim 2” in the federal accusation facing Combs testified.
Under the alias “Jane,” she shared her account before the court, revealing that she developed a deep affection for the magnate during a visit to Miami in early 2021. She confessed to engaging in extended, consensual intimate activities involving baby oil with Combs at the beginning of their relationship.
However, as Jane stated under oath, he orchestrated a situation where she had sexual relations with another individual in his presence for the first time. Reluctantly, she complied, explaining that it was because “he was taking care of my rent.
In the indictment, as well as terms used by Ventura and other witnesses like “freak offs”, these events were also referred to as “nights of debauchery” or simply “hotel nights”, according to Jane’s statement.
These stretches often extended from 24 to 30 continuous hours without rest, and frequently included participation from several individuals, she explained further.
In my line of work, there were instances where I found myself suppressing my true feelings not just once, but multiple times with different individuals. I’d find myself holding back, unable to express what was truly on my mind.
In due time, I found myself taking a break from my professional pursuits and globe-trotting adventures, as my schedule became tailored to the needs of Diddy Combs. He graciously covered all my expenses and skillfully organized childcare for me, making it possible for me to thrive as a single mom.
She informed the court that she had a sense of duty to perform alongside him, and when she was with Sean, she became completely engrossed in him.
The judge warned Subramanian that he would eject Combs from the courtroom if the defendant persisted in making facial expressions towards the jury.
The judge made it absolutely plain to Drew Combs’ defense team on June 5 that no facial expressions should be shown to the jury. In fact, he emphasized this point by saying that he could not have been any clearer. During one part of the questioning, it appeared that Mr. Combs was nodding emphatically and looking at the jurors.
In my professional opinion as a lifestyle expert, I firmly state that such attempts to engage with the jury are unacceptable. Should this behavior recur, I’ll undoubtedly issue instructions to the jury, and persistent disregard for this rule may lead to the exclusion of your client from the courtroom.
Defense attorney Marc Agnifilo assured the judge it was “not going to happen again.”
Subramanian reiterated, “This cannot happen again.”
In the courtroom, Bongolan shared with the jury that she initiated a civil claim against Combs for ten million dollars in November 2024. This was after an incident in 2016 where he is said to have held her over a seventeenth-floor balcony before supposedly tossing her onto surrounding furniture.
“I wanted to seek justice for what happened to me,” Bongolan said, “on the balcony.”
A well-known fashion designer has officially submitted a complaint spanning 17 pages, alleging that a famous rapper committed sexual assault, caused mental anguish, and unlawfully detained her. These claims are based on records we’ve obtained from the court, as reported by Rolling Stone.
According to the lawsuit filed by attorney James R. Nikraftar, the act of hanging someone precariously over a balcony serves either to murder them or to cause them intense fear, stripping them of their control over their personal safety and bodily integrity.
In 2016, Bryana claimed that the well-known rap magnate supposedly dangled her over a 17th-story balcony and then tossed her onto surrounding pieces of furniture.
According to Bongolan’s account of the incident at Ventura’s Comstock apartment, she claims that he approached from behind, picked her up and placed her on top of a rail. She weighed approximately 100-115 pounds at the time, and her feet were positioned on the rail. She was struggling to maintain her balance, pushing back against him out of fear that she might fall.
She expressed, on June 4 while testifying, “For a moment, it seemed like I might lose my balance.” She continued, “He was shouting at me, accusing me of something I didn’t understand. He said, ‘You know what the hell you did.’ I had no clue what I was being accused of. I retorted, ‘I don’t know what the hell I did.’
According to Bongolan’s statement, around 10-15 seconds later, Combs is said to have pushed her towards the balcony furniture. This incident occurred just as Ventura emerged, with both of them then going inside for a conversation. The rap tycoon, as told by Bongolan, eventually departed from the apartment.
After the reported occurrence, Bongolan stated that she’s experienced persistent aftereffects, expressing “I often have nightmares and feel extremely paranoid, and I would frequently shout in my sleep.” However, she mentioned that “it has lessened somewhat.
Attorney Emily Johnson shared with Judge Subramanian that the authorities have become aware that a news source disclosed the true name of Combs’ previous assistant, who was referred to as “Mia” throughout the trial.
As a passionate admirer, I humbly appeal to the honorable court to kindly ponder over issuing an order for that specific platform to take down the disputed post. Furthermore, I suggest the court might also consider imposing penalties, such as banning individuals who disregard the court’s orders from attending this trial not only in this courtroom but also in any other courtrooms.
Judge Subramanian requested the prosecution to prepare a proposal, assuring them that he would definitely take it into account.
Previously with Bad Boy Entertainment, accountant Derek Ferguson disclosed to investigators that in the year 2011, rap tycoon Sean Combs received a $20,000 bank transfer from Cassie Ventura’s father, Rodrick Ventura, as per the evidence presented by prosecutors.
Previously in the court proceedings, it was Regina Ventura who stated that Combs made a threat to disclose intimate videos of her daughter once their relationship with Kid Cudi (whose real name is Scott Mescudi) started.
Previously, Regina mentioned that they (Regina and Roderick) resorted to taking out a home equity loan as it seemed to be the only viable option for them to acquire the needed funds.
She informed the prosecution that he was upset, as he’d invested money in her but she was involved with someone else.
An ardent follower of Sean “Diddy” Combs, who has made frequent appearances at the courthouse throughout his trial, was ejected from the courtroom following a loud outburst in the main courtroom, as reported by NBC News.
During the proceedings on June 3, a supporter exclaimed from the crowded side-rooms, ‘Everyone’s mocking Diddy! It’s unfair how they’re treating him!’
After asserting Combs’ innocence, she yelled at him, “People are trying to do you wrong.”
Eddy Garcia, who used to be a head of security at the InterContinental Hotel in Los Angeles, declared that Combs was said to have given hotel security a brown paper bag containing $100,000 as a supposed bribe for them to hand over the CCTV footage showing Diddy (Combs) assaulting Ventura. The original attacker of the Bad Boy Records founder, Ventura, can be found in this footage.
Garcia, given immunity by the prosecution for his testimony, stated that he shared a large amount of money with two other colleagues after they all agreed to a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with a fine of one million dollars if breached.
He stated that Combs supposedly referred to him as an “angel” on Easter during a subsequent conversation after their encounter, and then inquired if anyone had inquired about the event or the video. I mentioned that I hadn’t heard any news, to which he responded, ‘Okay.’
As a devoted supporter, I’d like to share that in my professional role as Area Director of Sales and Marketing at the prestigious Beverly Hills Hotel, I personally testified that Mr. Combs utilized pseudonyms, specifically ‘Phillip Pines’ and ‘Frank Black,’ for making reservations.
Oken passed on to Combs the costs he incurred during his stay, which included expenses for a thorough cleaning and repairs due to oil-related damage. (It was previously suggested through evidence and testimony that the music mogul had used numerous bottles of baby oil during the meticulously planned sex shows.)
Mia claimed that, despite her past allegations against the rap tycoon regarding sexual misconduct, she endeavored to keep their connection amicable as she felt “influenced” or “manipulated” by his charisma.
She clarified during Brian Steele’s cross-examination on June 2, “I found myself in a situation where things were either extremely good or extremely bad.” She added that she made considerable efforts to regain her positive state and worked even harder. However, she was consistently striving for his approval.
The defense emphasized a conversation between Combs and “Mia,” where she stated that her previous employer had rescued her from someone, who is at present serving a 30-year term in prison due to offenses linked to the sexual exploitation of minor girls – R. Kelly, during a terrifying dream she experienced.
In her 2019 message, she expressed that she had a terrifying dream. The dream found her stuck in an elevator along with R Kelly… it was you who saved her from the predicament.
Following President Donald Trump granting pardons to celebrities such as Todd and Julie Chrisley, NBA YoungBoy, and Lil Wayne, he hasn’t dismissed the idea of potentially including Sean Combs on that list.
Trump mentioned that people are considering the idea, he added, “As for a potential pardon, I’ll take a good look at the situation since it’s receiving considerable attention in the media, though I haven’t been following it extensively.
The president, who once enjoyed a close relationship with Combs, mentioned he’d examine the details before deciding on granting a pardon to the music tycoon.
He stated, “Regardless of whether someone likes me or not, if I believe they were unfairly treated, it won’t change my stance on the matter.
In a WhatsApp conversation from October 2015, which was presented at his trial, Mia claimed that the famous rapper appeared to not be thinking clearly or rationally.
Mia messaged Kristina Khorram about her concerns: “His speech is unclear,” she stated. “He made veiled threats against my job and even threatened to take my life. He claimed he was speaking with HR at the time…In other conversations, he hinted at firing me.
In response, Khorram wrote, “If you don’t call him in the next two minutes, you don’t have a job.”
Mia shared in court that the threats she received from Combs left her feeling “determined to set things straight, anxious and sorrowful.
On the 29th of May, Mia provided testimony stating that she had observed her ex-employer physically assaulting Ventura on several instances.
In my observation, I’ve witnessed him shove her roughly to the ground. I’ve also seen him behave as if he’s striking her head forcefully. Furthermore, I’ve noticed him pursuing her persistently. Such actions are concerning.
In a statement, she claimed that when she witnessed Combs attacking Ventura, all she could see was the singer raising his arms and pleading for him to halt.
On one occasion, she mentioned that they were both confined to a hotel room in Turks and Caicos. During this time, Ventura reportedly expressed his concern, “I think Puff is planning to harm me.
“Mia” alleged that the rap mogul had sexually assaulted her multiple times while working for him.
She informed the court that the initial alleged attack occurred during her employer’s 40th birthday celebration at the Plaza Hotel in New York, following her serving him three glasses of vodka.
According to Mia, he moved his arm beside her head against the wall, positioning himself as if to kiss her, while also reaching up her dress with his other hand. She emphasized that this encounter was not consensual. Taken aback by the situation, she felt stunned and unable to react immediately.
Previously employed individual additionally testified that on one occasion, she was coerced to perform an unwanted sexual act involving oral sex on Combs, an incident which left her feeling degraded. In a heartfelt recollection, Mia expressed feelings of helplessness and fear, as well as taking blame for the ordeal.
In his testimony, Deonte Nash disclosed details about the fleeting relationship that Michael B. Jordan had with Ventura.
During the questioning, Nash described their growing relationship as, “Dating, conversing, learning more about one another.
In 2015, following the breakup of the “Me & U” singer and Combs, the celebrity stylist additionally confirmed that he arranged a meeting between Ventura and the Black Panther star, which is another way of saying they became acquainted or connected.
Nash said of his decision, “He fine. She fine. I mean, why not?”
Judge Subramanian swiftly denied the defense’s May 28 request for a mistrial.
Combs’ team contested the testimony of arson investigator Lance Jimenez, who was called by the prosecution to discuss the burning of Kid Cudi’s car in January 2012. The issue arose when the official stated that any fingerprints lifted during the investigation had been disposed of.
As a dedicated admirer, I’d rephrase it like this: In my fervent opinion, defense attorney Agnifilo contended that the evidence regarding the missing fingerprints ought to be eliminated from the proceedings, as it seemed to imply that someone within the courtroom itself might have been involved in their elimination.
The judge upheld Anifilo’s argument, but rejected Alexandra Shapiro’s request for a retrial.
Following the discovery that his intermittent love interest Ventura was involved with Mescudi (previously employed by the rapper), Capricorn Clark, a former staff member of Combs, alleged that Combs had made threats against their lives.
As an ardent fan, I can’t help but share this intriguing tale from the past. You see, there was this assistant who once testified about a fascinating twist in the relationship between Ventura and Mescudi. She admitted to assisting Ventura in purchasing a secret phone, a burner, all because she was deeply concerned for her own safety. The climax of this story unfolded when it’s alleged that Ventura forcefully entered Mescudi’s residence after the incident.
She informed the jury that Combs was extremely enraged. More specifically, he was deeply frustrated, expressing himself by saying something along the lines of, ‘I want to harm you all, and I wish to disfigure her.’
According to Clark’s statement, it was claimed that following his discovery about Ventura and Mescudi’s relationship, Combs is said to have visited the residence of the “Pursuit of Happiness” rapper armed with a gun on December 22, 2011.
She informed the jury that there were people, among them Combs, standing at her door. It was apparent to her that he was enraged, as he was walking back and forth restlessly, and his gestures suggested he held an object. However, she couldn’t make out what it was precisely.
She went on to repeat, “‘It’s time to put on some clothes, we’re heading out to confront Mescudi,'” was what he stated. To which she responded, “I don’t feel like going.” He retorted, “I couldn’t care less about your preferences.” His anger was palpable, his fury intense, and his rage directed at her. I had never witnessed such a display before. He had never visited my home before, nor had I ever seen him with a weapon.
Clark is reported to have informed Ventura that Combs supposedly brought her armed with a gun to Cudi’s residence, intending to harm or possibly kill him.
Clark stated that following the disappearance of three valuable items such as a bracelet and a diamond watch among her possessions, she became a potential suspect and underwent a polygraph examination.
She claimed that a “large, overweight man” threatened her, stating that if she didn’t pass the test, “he would push me into the East River.
1) “She stated that she was worried about the consequences if she didn’t succeed,” she testified. “He suggested it was unclear, saying, ‘You have to relax so I can interpret accurately; otherwise, you might end up in the East River.'” (This version aims to simplify the language and make it more conversational.)
She said the test took five days to prove her innocence.
Previously employed by Bad Boy, Clark asserted that upon learning about Ventura’s relationship with Mescudi, Combs unexpectedly arrived at Clark’s apartment on the morning of December 22, 2011, brandishing a firearm and said, “Pack your things, we’re going to go and harm Mescudi.
Clark remarked, “I had never come across anything similar before, and his behavior made me feel as though something unexpected might occur.
According to Clark’s testimony, Combs instructed her to contact Ventura and inform him that he needed to come because Clark wouldn’t be permitted to leave unless Ventura arrived. Upon Ventura’s agreement, as stated by Clark, she fetched the artist and they both returned to Combs’ residence together.
According to Clark’s testimony, Combs began attacking Ventura by both punching and kicking him. She stated that none of the people from Combs’ security team stepped in, as they too were afraid of Combs who had warned her that if she did, she would also face harm.
Clark stated that she phoned Regina Ventura, Ventura’s mother, and conveyed, “He is brutally attacking your daughter. I’m in way too deep. Please offer assistance. I can’t contact the authorities, but you have the power to do so.
In 2012, she was dismissed by him because she hadn’t disclosed information regarding Ventura and Kid Cudi. According to Clark’s testimony, he told her, “I will ruin your career, none of these people are truly your friends, and I will make you feel so worthless that you’ll contemplate suicide.
Clark said she returned to the fold as creative director for Ventura from 2016 until 2018.
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