The courtroom drama surrounding Sean “Diddy” Combs continues to unfold in New York as the trial moves into its second week.
After the gripping testimony from his ex-girlfriend and main accuser Cassie Ventura wrapped up, new witnesses are taking the stand, and the allegations against the music mogul keep coming.
Diddy, 55, is facing serious charges that go beyond domestic violence accusations—he’s being accused of using his powerful position in the entertainment world to coerce women into drug-fueled “freak-off” parties with male sex workers, among other disturbing claims.
Dawn Richard’s Shocking Testimony Brings New Allegations
On Monday, singer Dawn Richard took the stand and shocked the courtroom with claims that Diddy once threatened to kill her if she spoke out about witnessing him physically abuse Cassie.
She described a violent incident at a West Hollywood restaurant in 2010 where Diddy allegedly punched Cassie in the stomach during a private argument—an argument witnessed by several other celebrities, including Usher and Ne-Yo.
Richard’s testimony painted a vivid picture of a toxic environment filled with fear and violence, as she recounted how Diddy’s explosive temper affected everyone around him.
Cassie’s Harrowing Experience Under the Spotlight
Cassie Ventura spent four intense days on the witness stand last week, sharing her side of a relationship that she had hoped would be filled with love but instead was marked by regular abuse and manipulation.
She described the “freak-off” parties as exhausting and damaging events, forced upon her by Diddy in a cycle of drug use and exploitation that took a heavy toll on her music career and personal wellbeing.
Her testimony detailed the emotional and physical abuse she endured over nearly 11 years, giving the jury a glimpse into the dark side of life with the entertainment mogul.
Defense Pushes Back, Denies Sex Trafficking Charges
While Diddy’s lawyers have acknowledged some domestic violence incidents, they vehemently deny the more serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering.
They argue that