Sean “Diddy” Combs is currently facing serious federal charges in a trial that has gripped the entertainment world.
The R&B singer Cassie Ventura, his former girlfriend, has emerged as a star witness.
She has accused Combs of horrifying abuse, coercion, and control during their 11-year relationship.
The ongoing trial has uncovered disturbing details and celebrity name-drops that have shocked fans and the public alike.
Here are the 11 most jaw-dropping revelations from the trial so far.
Cassie Described Brutal Abuse Over a Missed Meal
Cassie’s former group member, Dawn Richard, testified that in 2009, Combs violently attacked Ventura over dinner.
He allegedly stormed into the kitchen, yelled “Where’s my fucking egg?” and tried to hit her with a skillet.
Richard said Ventura fell to the ground, curled into a fetal position, and was punched and kicked repeatedly.
Combs then dragged her by the hair upstairs, where more violence occurred.
The next day, he allegedly dismissed the incident as “passion” and warned them not to speak out.
Homeland Security Found Baby Oil and Drugs in His Hotel Room
Special Agent Yasin Binda testified that investigators found suspicious items in Combs’ luxury Park Hyatt suite after his arrest.
These included several bottles of baby oil, personal lubricants, and a pill bottle with baggies of pink powder.
Prosecutors believe the powder was ecstasy, often used during Combs’ notorious “freak offs.”
A large blue party light, reportedly used during those events, was also discovered.
This contradicted the idea that Combs was behaving cleanly while under investigation.
$10 Million Settlement from Hotel Captured on Surveillance
Cassie revealed she is receiving a $10 million settlement from the InterContinental hotel.
This is the same location where Combs was caught on surveillance beating her in 2016.
The video showed Ventura trying to flee what prosecutors described as a “freak off.”
This incident added to the legal weight against Combs.
Britney Spears and Michael B. Jordan Name-Dropped
During cross-examination, Ventura recounted that Britney Spears attended her 21st birthday party thrown by Combs.
She confirmed other stars were present, including producer Dallas Austin.
Michael B. Jordan’s name surfaced when the defense grilled Ventura on Combs’ jealousy in 2015.
Combs allegedly suspected her of having an affair with Jordan, though Ventura did not confirm any relationship.
Diddy Overdosed on Opioids at the Playboy Mansion
Ventura testified that Combs once overdosed on painkillers after visiting the Playboy Mansion.
They had just returned from a sex club when he fell seriously ill.
She said they rushed him to a hospital, where it was confirmed he had overdosed on strong opiates.
This event took place around the time of Whitney Houston’s death in 2012.
Combs Paid $20 Million to Settle Cassie’s Lawsuit
Ventura told jurors that Combs paid her $20 million to settle her civil lawsuit in 2023.
She said the emotional toll of their relationship drove her to suicidal thoughts.
She went through therapy and rehab and began writing a book to confront her trauma.
The lawsuit came after Combs allegedly dismissed her efforts to seek closure.
Fury Over Cassie’s Relationship with Kid Cudi
Cassie testified that her short-lived relationship with Kid Cudi in 2011 sent Combs into a violent spiral.
He allegedly lunged at her with a wine opener during a freak off.
Later, he kicked her in the back and threatened to release sex videos.
Cassie also revealed that Combs claimed responsibility for blowing up Kid Cudi’s car.
Prosecutors alleged that Combs ordered his associates to torch the vehicle using a Molotov cocktail.
Beat Her for Taking Too Long in the Bathroom
Prosecutors say Combs beat Cassie for trivial reasons, including bathroom use.
Emily Johnson, the lead prosecutor, said these acts were meant to maintain control over Ventura.
Ventura testified that arguments frequently ended in violence.
One incident involved Combs punching and kicking her in a chauffeured vehicle after calling her names.
“Freak Offs” Were Drug-Fueled and Filmed
Cassie described “freak offs” as drug-fueled sex events where she was coerced into performing.
Combs allegedly used threats and manipulation to orchestrate these events.
He would record the acts and store the videos for control and potential blackmail.
Ventura said refusing to participate often resulted in beatings.
Diddy Used Threats to Silence Witnesses
Richard testified that Combs warned them not to talk about the abuse.
He allegedly said, “People go missing,” and gave them flowers afterward to mask the violence.
These statements suggested a pattern of intimidation and manipulation.
Combs’ Defense: “It Was Consensual”
Combs has denied all allegations through his legal team.
His attorneys argue that all sexual encounters were consensual.
They claim the accusers, including Ventura, are motivated by money.
They deny that Combs engaged in sex trafficking or orchestrated non-consensual acts.
Despite this, the prosecution continues to build a detailed case supported by witnesses and physical evidence.