What started off as yet another day in court for Sean “Diddy” Combs quickly turned emotional and dramatic as the final set of explosive “freak-off” videos were played for jurors.
Diddy was seen leaning forward in his seat, nearly standing, to get a better view of the clips.
Afterward, he scribbled notes and whispered with his legal team as the videos played on a monitor in front of him.
The jury ended up watching six clips from two different “freak-off” tapes, totaling just over six minutes of footage.
It was enough to grab everyone’s attention and mark a turning point in the case.
Prosecutors Wrap Up Their Case, Defense Won’t Call Witnesses
By early afternoon, the prosecution rested their case after weeks of intense witness testimony, evidence dumps, and courtroom showdowns.
The defense, led by attorney Alexandra Shapiro, has chosen not to call any witnesses, a legal strategy that avoids opening the door to more government rebuttals.
Closing arguments are expected to begin Thursday.
Defense Argues Prosecutors Are Reaching
During her remarks, Shapiro insisted that prosecutors failed to prove the most serious charges against Diddy, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.
She argued that while Diddy may have engaged in disturbing behavior—some of it admitted—the government hasn’t shown actual criminal conspiracy or coercion.
She also defended Diddy’s former assistant, Kristina Khorram, saying there’s no proof she knew women were being forced into anything illegal.
According to Shapiro, the messages show Diddy actually lied to Khorram at times—something co-conspirators don’t usually do.
Texts, Drugs, and Baby Oil: The Evidence Keeps Coming
Prosecutors painted a darker picture through evidence collected from Diddy’s Los Angeles mansion, which was raided in March 2024.
Investigators found weapons, ketamine, and what they described as a “mountain” of baby oil.
Dozens of bottles.
Also included in the evidence were texts between Diddy and exes, some of them sexual, others emotional, many disturbing.
One message from Cassie asked Diddy how he’d feel if his daughters were forced into “freak-offs.”
Diddy replied with multiple versions of “I’m sorry,” admitting, “I really didn’t know y’all felt that way about me.”
Former Girlfriends, Escorts, and a Hot Tub Full of Text Messages
Court also saw messages between Diddy and “Jane,” one of his exes, showing her arranging travel for a male escort and talking about freak-offs.
In other texts, Diddy made crude comments like “I’m serving orgasms and foodgasms” and critiqued escorts’ performances with an escort agency boss.
The defense tried to introduce text messages showing Cassie wasn’t forced to participate in some of the sexual activities, but the judge and prosecutors pushed back on their relevance.
Kanye Shows Up, Diddy’s Son Visits, and Oprah Says ‘Not Me’
Outside the courtroom, Diddy’s son Christian was seen hanging out with friends at the Chateau Marmont after hugging Kanye West at the courthouse.
Meanwhile, Oprah Winfrey addressed rumors about being at one of Diddy’s notorious “white parties,” telling a crowd: “I’ve never been near a Puff party—and anyone who knows me knows I’m the first one out.”
Prosecutors Brought 34 Witnesses to Make Their Case
In total, the government called 34 witnesses, including ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, rapper Kid Cudi, and others from Diddy’s inner circle.
They allege that for years, Diddy ran a criminal empire, leveraging his fame, music labels, and fashion brand to exploit women and shield himself from consequences.
Why Diddy Won’t Take the Stand
According to legal experts, Diddy not testifying is a smart move.
Former prosecutor Mark Chutkow explained that allowing him to be cross-examined would open the door for prosecutors to dig even deeper into his past behavior.
The defense is betting on “reasonable doubt” and reminding jurors that Diddy is presumed innocent.
The Bigger Picture: A Billionaire’s Fall From Grace
Once known for his flashy parties, star-studded events, and luxurious lifestyle, Diddy now sits in a courtroom as inmate #37452-054.
Once listed as a billionaire, his estimated net worth has dropped to $400 million.
His Holmby Hills mansion—appraised at over $61 million—has been raided and listed for sale.
Meanwhile, a legal hotline based in Montana has reportedly been fielding up to 40 calls per week from alleged victims, indicating just how widespread the scandal could become.
What Comes Next
With closing arguments just around the corner, all eyes are on the jury.
Will they believe the defense’s “consenting adults” narrative, or side with the prosecution’s picture of manipulation, power, and abuse?
Whatever the outcome, the verdict is sure to send shockwaves far beyond the courtroom walls.