Sean “Diddy” Combs’ mom is pleading on his behalf.
In a letter to Judge Arun Subramanian, who will sentence the founder of Bad Boy Records in October, Janice Combs admitted her son has flaws and asked for leniency on his behalf.
In a letter shared with TopMob News, she wrote that her son had made serious errors, but that he was aware of them.
Although Diddy was found not guilty of sex trafficking and racketeering charges in July, he was convicted on two counts related to transporting people for prostitution. Each of these convictions carries a potential sentence of up to 10 years. Prosecutors have since asked the judge to sentence him to between four and five years in prison, according to NBC News.
Janice asked the judge for a lighter sentence, explaining that her son had overcome a difficult childhood – including the loss of his father and uncle – to become a successful businessman and a devoted father to his children.
She firmly stated she wouldn’t defend any of Sean’s mistakes, explaining she’d always been a strict parent. She then pleaded for compassion, hoping her son could be reunited with his family, raise his own children, and teach them important values like respect, education, and faith.
The 84-year-old also mentioned the loss of Diddy’s mother, Kim Porter, who passed away in 2018, leaving behind her four children: Quincy, 34, King, 27, and 18-year-old twins Jessie and D’lila.
She asked the judge to allow him to support his children as they grieve their mother’s death and cope with the difficulties – including pain and sleeplessness – they’ve experienced since he was imprisoned.
Janice concluded by explaining that her health had worsened over the past two years. She’d had two brain surgeries and is also living with diabetes, which has caused heart problems.
She admitted she wasn’t sure how much time she had left, but expressed a strong desire to see him reunited with his children before then.
TopMob News has reached out to reps for Diddy for comment and has not yet heard back.
Read on for a full breakdown of Diddy’s court case.
Judge Arun Subramanian set Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sentencing date for October 3, 2025. The judge also refused Combs’ request for bail, explaining that his history of violence meant he should stay in jail until then.
Following the trial, after Sean “Diddy” Combs was acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges involving his former partners, Cassie Ventura and “Jane Doe,” but convicted of transporting them for the purpose of prostitution, his attorney responded to the court’s decisions.
Attorney Douglas Wigdor stated on July 2nd that the legal proceedings began when his client, Cassie Ventura, bravely filed a civil lawsuit in November 2023. While the jury didn’t find enough evidence to convict Combs of sex trafficking, Ventura’s actions allowed them to find him liable for transporting someone for the purpose of prostitution. Wigdor emphasized that by sharing her story, Ventura has significantly impacted both the entertainment world and the pursuit of justice.
Acknowledging the charges Combs denied, Wigdor reiterated, “We firmly stand with and support our client, who demonstrated remarkable bravery during this process.”
Wigdor also commended Ventura for her testimony, as she was one of 34 witnesses during the nearly month-long trial involving Combs.
He stated that she demonstrated remarkable courage by exposing the harmful behavior of influential men and the decades of unchecked misconduct. He emphasized that this case clearly shows the need for significant change, and they remain committed to supporting survivors.
When Combs learned he was found not guilty on three of the five charges against him, he reportedly dropped to his knees and bowed his head in what appeared to be a prayer, according to NBC News reporters present in the courtroom. He had faced a potential life sentence if convicted on all counts.
According to reports, Combs’ family members were in the courtroom and reacted with applause and cheers to the verdict. His lawyers embraced each other, and Combs shared a hug with his attorney, Brian Steel.
After three days of discussion, the jury of twelve reached a decision in the sex trafficking trial against Combs on July 2nd. They found him guilty on two counts related to transporting individuals for the purpose of prostitution, involving both a former girlfriend, Ventura, and another woman known only as “Jane.”
Sean Combs was acquitted of one charge of conspiracy to commit racketeering and two counts of sex trafficking, despite having previously entered a plea of not guilty to all accusations.
The jury informed Judge Arun Subramanian that they couldn’t agree on the racketeering charge before delivering their final decision, citing strongly held, differing opinions. The judge urged them to keep discussing the case, and they ultimately reached a verdict a few hours later.
In her closing arguments to the jury, prosecutor Christy Slavik asserted that Sean “Diddy” Combs used intimidation, force, and control to achieve his goals. She spoke for four hours and fifty minutes to make her case.
She explained that he was incredibly stubborn and always got his way. He saw everything as belonging to him and expected everyone around him to cater to his needs.
Slavik highlighted two incidents involving Sean Combs: a physical assault on his then-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, in 2016, and an alleged assault on his girlfriend, who is known as “Jane” in court documents, in 2024.
As a lifestyle expert, I’ve seen patterns emerge when looking at someone’s full story, and these two events, though eight years apart, are definitely connected. They aren’t isolated incidents, but rather pieces of the same narrative – the story of Sean Combs and what appears to be a long-running criminal operation involving those closest to him.
The criminal group repeatedly fulfilled the defendant’s wishes using a consistent pattern of violence, intimidation, and control, she explained. The defendant believed that by relying on the silence and embarrassment of his victims, he could hide his crimes, and that his celebrity, money, and influence meant he was untouchable by the law.
Slavik claimed that during the trial, Combs benefited from a large team of assistants dedicated to fulfilling his every need, bolstering his image, and shielding him from any negative publicity.
The prosecutors asked the court for permission to change some details of their arguments in the attempted arson and kidnapping case.
Despite still being charged with racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking – including accusations of kidnapping and arson – prosecutors have clarified the charges. In a letter dated June 24th, they stated they’ve removed specific legal instructions related to attempted kidnapping in both California and New York, attempted arson under California law, and assisting with sex trafficking.
The government stated it hopes that using simpler language will both make the instructions easier to follow and prevent misunderstandings.
Combs told JudgeSubramanian that he will not take the stand during his sex trafficking trial.
The judge made it clear that whether or not the defendant chose to testify, no one – not even the jury – could assume his guilt based on his silence.
Combs admitted he discussed with his team whether or not to testify, but insisted the final decision was his alone.
“I’ve thought this through completely, and this is what I’ve decided,” he told the judge. “It’s my decision, and I stand by it.”
Diddy’s lawyer, Teny Garagos, informed the judge that both the defense and prosecution anticipate needing around four hours each to deliver their closing statements.
After several days of testimony from Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent Joseph Cerciello, the prosecution rested its case on June 24th. The defense team for Combs announced they will not call any witnesses and will instead base their arguments on the evidence already presented.
During his June 23rd testimony, the jury saw explicit videos presented as evidence. NBC News reporters in the courtroom said the videos appeared to be from events Sean Combs referred to as “freak offs.”
The agent reported finding 50 explicit videos from 2021 and 2022, but the jury only viewed two of them, using headphones and individual screens.
In voicemails from November 2021 to his former chief of staff, Kristina Khorram, Sean Combs listed specific requests he had while staying at a hotel. These included asking for more baby oil, which he said he often used when experiencing intense emotional outbursts.
He told Khorram, “Have them call me before they start driving here.” Then, seemingly surprised to be out, he added, “I can’t believe I’m out. Load twenty bottles into this vehicle.”
Khorram agreed to stay at the hotel one extra night and let them know the baby oil was right outside the door.
According to text messages, his ex-employee told him she was setting up an IV drip for him and Jane, which he’d previously used to recover after intense competitions, as revealed in the group chat.
She also made sure that there were Plan-B pills, an emergency contraceptive, in his nightstand.
The jury saw text messages between Combs and Ventura where Ventura openly described the emotional and psychological impact of the abuse she claims he inflicted upon her.
In March 2017, after Combs suggested they take a break from their on-again, off-again relationship (which lasted from 2007 to 2018), Ventura responded that she didn’t want a break and didn’t want to be criticized for standing up for herself. She also said Combs made her feel unimportant.
In another instance, she further accused her ex of physically assaulting her.
In a letter from May, Ventura described a painful experience, stating that after showing affection, she was met with hurtful behavior. She wrote about being physically harmed and emotionally devastated, feeling disconnected from the experience as if watching it happen to someone else. She emphasized that she was no longer willing to tolerate such treatment, stating she was done with the ‘game’ and at 30 years old, deserved better. She described a moment of clarity, finding beauty in her own strength even amidst the pain.
Brendan Paul, who worked as Sean Combs’ assistant from 2022 to 2024, testified that he bought drugs for Combs several times. These drugs included marijuana, 2C, cocaine, ketamine, and ecstasy.
Paul explained that they would contact the drug dealer by text, and the dealer would then come to one of their houses. He said he initially met the dealer through text messages or phone calls, and also mentioned being fired from jobs several times for things like forgetting his Lululemon fanny pack.
However, Paul vehemently denied being a “drug mule” for the rap mogul.
On June 18th, Judge Subramanian ended court for the day because one of the jurors was unable to return due to illness. Court will also be closed on June 19th for the Juneteenth holiday.
The judge announced that a juror is unwell and unable to attend court. They had a sudden bout of dizziness and had to leave. Because this juror is part of the main jury panel, the judge stated they won’t be able to continue with the trial today.
The judge acknowledged uncertainty about whether the juror’s sudden dizziness, nausea, and headache-caused by vertigo-will pass quickly or become a lasting problem, and stated they would keep the situation under review.
Because of the Juneteenth holiday on June 19th, Judge Subramanian announced the trial will continue on June 20th with a shorter schedule, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Just after Judge Subramanian removed Juror No. 6 due to inconsistent answers about where they live, another juror is now potentially facing removal. This juror reportedly discussed the case with a former coworker, and the judge questioned them and asked to examine their phone, according to NBC News.
By the end of the court session on June 16th, a decision about whether to dismiss the member hadn’t been reached.
Kanye West showed up at the New York City courthouse on June 13th to support Sean “Diddy” Combs. West was there for about half an hour and spent some time in the waiting area, but he didn’t go inside the courtroom itself. The courtroom was reserved for Combs’ family, lawyers, the press, and members of the public who had waited in line for hours to get a seat.
Jane remembered a fight they had after she took a trip to Las Vegas with a fellow rapper and his spouse.
She stated that this behavior escalated to secretly watching sexual activity. She explained that she, Combs, and others often hired a sex worker named Anton, and during one trip, they watched him engage in sexual activity with a woman in a hotel room.
Jane informed Combs’ lawyer, Geragos, that the music executive was angry because he believed she had gone to a sexually suggestive party with another man.
On the 21st day of the Combs trial, a prosecutor named Maurene Comey told the court that the government wants to dismiss one of the jurors.
She told Judge Subramanian, just before the jury came in, that they were hesitant to submit the letter because it seemed dishonest and raised significant concerns for them.
Defense lawyer Alexandra Shapiro – noting that Juror No. 6 is one of the Black jurors – requested a day or two to submit a written response and review relevant legal precedents.
Judge Subramanian stated he would postpone addressing any practical issues related to the juror until a ruling is reached.
On June 10th, Jane and Garagos had a heated discussion where Garagos implied the witness was exchanging sexual favors for expensive gifts.
Attorney Mark Geragos reviewed text messages from November 2021 between Jane and Sean Combs. The messages revealed Jane’s distress over Combs being intimate with other women. She specifically questioned him about whether he’d given one of them a Chanel bag afterward.
Jane said that she didn’t get a Chanel purse from Combs, telling Garagos that she “got trauma.”
When the attorney asked what a Bottega bag was, she replied, “I’m sure you have one.”
And when Geragos asked how much the item costs, Jane asked, “How much does my body cost?”
Jane was granted a 10-minute break following the exchange.
Jane stated that in 2022, after researching their relationship, she came to believe Combs engaged in cuckoldry – finding arousal in witnessing his partner with another person.
She explained that the research helped her better understand why people enjoyed watching their partners with other men. She wanted to thoroughly explore all the reasons behind that enjoyment.
The witness suggested that Combs’ interest in casual hotel encounters, which closely resembled the private events described by Ventura, might stem from Combs exploring his own sexual identity.
She explained that some individuals might secretly desire experiences they feel embarrassed to pursue directly, and instead live vicariously through another person’s actions.
Jane explained that she and Combs had hired an escort named Paul several times and gave him the nickname “Trifecta” because she felt their sexual chemistry was as impressive as the winning plays of famous basketball players.
“I was Kobe Bryant and Paul was Shaq [O’Neil],” she told jurors. “Combs was Michael Jordan.”
She said Paul was “really nice,” and added that if she were going to engage with sex workers, she preferred those who seemed kind and friendly.
Jane stated that the relationship between Combs and Khorram caused problems in her own romantic involvement with the music executive.
Jane explained that Khorram was constantly with Sean, which created problems in their relationship. She felt Khorram had strong feelings for her, and this affected how Sean behaved towards her.
As a longtime follower of this case, I was really paying attention on June 10th when Judge Subramanian shut down Diddy’s lawyers’ attempt to get a mistrial. They were claiming Jesse Ventura and her friend, Bryana Bongolan, weren’t telling the truth about Diddy allegedly threatening Bryana by holding her over a balcony on the 17th floor. The judge just wasn’t buying it, though, and decided the trial would continue.
His attorneys, who had previously asked the judge to declare a mistrial but were turned down, claimed in a court document that the prosecution acted improperly by presenting false testimony.
According to a recent letter, the government presented evidence in court that they either knew was false or should have known was false. This evidence concerned their claim that Mr. Combs threatened Bryana Bongolan by holding her over the balcony of Cassie Ventura’s apartment in September 2016. Because of this, the letter argues the judge should declare a mistrial to prevent an unjust conviction.
Jane alleged that the rap mogul had beaten her for hours June 2024.
Jane stated that an argument with Combs started because he was seeing a much younger woman – 25 years his junior, she said. This led to her calling him a deeply offensive name and physically assaulting him by pushing his head into a marble countertop.
The witness stated she hid in the main bedroom, and Sean Combs began to kick the door open, damaging it. She claims that while attempting to escape, Combs kicked her in the thigh, causing her to fall. Photos of the damaged door were shown as evidence.
She told the prosecutors that he grabbed her in a chokehold and lifted her off the ground, making it hard to breathe. She said she was desperately trying to escape his hold, and was standing on the balls of her feet.
Jane stated she fled her house and hid behind an outside wall for about two hours, hoping the person would go away, but they didn’t. She then said they both went back to his house, and she curled up in the backyard to shield herself while he reportedly attacked her.
Jane testified that the fight worsened when Combs supposedly began hitting her. She told the court he punched her in the head repeatedly and also kicked her, all while yelling.
She alleged that he told her that she was “trying to take him away from his kids and his family.”
“I said, ‘No, I’m not. Just leave me alone. Just leave. Please stop,’” she testified. “Then he just grabs me by my arm and my hair and just starts dragging me back to the house … by my hair, by my arm.”
After what happened, Jane told me she noticed some pretty significant bruising. She described two raised bumps on her forehead, about the size of golf balls, and also had a black eye. It was clear she’d been through something traumatic, and she was understandably shaken up.
Jane reported that Homeland Security Investigations raided her home-which Sean Combs had paid for in March 2023-as well as several other properties owned by him. She stated that agents arrived at her house, and she immediately contacted Combs’ head of security to inform him of the raid.
In December 2023, Jane claimed a powerful person threatened to share intimate videos of them with the father of her child.
Jane testified that as her relationship with Combs fell apart, he told her he had nothing to lose by releasing the videos, and that he repeatedly pressured her with phone calls.
Jane texted Khorram about what happened, and this conversation was later presented as evidence. In her messages, Jane stated that Combs was threatening to release a video, and she claimed she had been heavily drugged in it.
Honestly, it just broke my heart to read that she needed space from him because she was dealing with *everything* he put her through. All the pain and hurt… she just needed to heal, and it was so sad to see her admit that she needed time to work through it all. It was like he caused so much trauma, she needed to escape and figure things out on her own.
Jane told the court that Khorram assured her that Combs would not use the footage.
In her testimony, Jane stated that certain claims made in Ventura’s November 2023 lawsuit-which was eventually settled-matched what she herself went through with Combs.
She told the jury, while crying, that she nearly passed out, and might have actually fainted. She explained that three particular pages contained deeply upsetting details that mirrored what she was going through.
As a lifestyle expert, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it can be when media truly resonates with someone. One woman, Jane, shared with me that participating in what she called “hotel nights” felt incredibly personal – like she was literally watching her own life unfold. It was so impactful, in fact, that she felt compelled to reach out to someone involved – she actually confronted him via text message. It really highlights how media can spark real-life action and confrontation.
After Ventura filed her lawsuit, the defendant wrote, according to evidence presented, that reading it felt like reliving her own sexual trauma. She described feeling ill, stating the lawsuit detailed her experiences – including drug use during those times – almost verbatim. She accused Ventura of anticipating this outcome and of manipulating her, causing her emotional distress.
The messages expressed feelings of disgust and being pressured into repeated sexual acts. The sender felt invalidated and dismissed regarding their trauma, leading to feelings of violation and the belief that what happened was sexual exploitation.
Combs then called Jane and secretly recorded their conversation, which was later used as evidence. During the call, he reminded her that they had shared experiences and emphasized that he needed her present at a specific time.
Unaware she was being recorded, Jane told Combs she felt nauseous after reviewing Ventura’s documents.
Jane stated that during her involvement with Combs and male escorts in events called “Hotel Nights,” she frequently used ecstasy. However, on one occasion, she chose to remain sober while engaging in sexual activity with three men.
She testified that she had been with several men earlier that night. She vomited, and then Sean entered and reassured her, saying, ‘You’ll feel better now. Let’s go outside.’
Jane said that at the end of the night, she felt “absolutely terrible.”
As a lifestyle and legal observer, I’ve been following the Combs trial closely. Recently, on June 7th, Combs’ lawyers actually requested a mistrial. Their argument? They believe Ventura and Bongolan weren’t truthful when testifying about an incident where Bongolan was allegedly threatened and held over a balcony on the 17th floor by Combs. Basically, they’re questioning the credibility of those witnesses and asking the judge to reconsider the case based on what they see as false statements.
Combs’s lawyers argued that the prosecution acted improperly by presenting false testimony, following Judge Subramanian’s rejection of their earlier request for a mistrial.
According to a recent letter, the government presented evidence in court that they either knew was false or should have known was false. This evidence concerned their claim that Mr. Combs threatened Bryana Bongolan by holding her over the balcony of Cassie Ventura’s apartment in September 2016. Because of this, the letter argues the court should declare a mistrial to prevent an unjust conviction.
The defense team claimed Bongolan wasn’t truthful about what happened, highlighting what they said were contradictions in her account. The prosecution is scheduled to reply on June 9th, and the judge will announce a decision the following day.
Jane stated that Combs started covering her rent in April 2023, after they had been together for two years, and continues to do so. She explained they had previously agreed he would give her a monthly allowance.
She told the jury that Sean proposed a ‘love contract’ to her during a night at a hotel. He asked her what kind of monthly allowance she would want.
month, just moving forward, that’s what he was going to do for me.”
We had different ideas about how much money to set aside – I suggested $15,000, but he thought $10,000 was enough. I began searching for a new house and eventually found one I loved, using that budget. I wanted a large, comfortable space for my child and me, a place where we could relax and I could find some peace and balance in our relationship. I’d been giving him all my affection, and this felt like his way of giving something back to me.
Jane stated that the agreement guaranteed her financial support for two years without any obligations or demands.
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