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The Independent
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
The Latest: Diddy convicted of prostitution offenses, not guilty of sex trafficking and racketeering
Sean 'Diddy' Combs was convicted of prostitution-related offenses but acquitted Wednesday of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put one of hip-hop's most celebrated figures behind bars for life. The mixed result came on the third day of deliberations. It could still send Combs, 55, to prison for as long as a decade, and is likely to end his career as a hitmaking music executive, fashion entrepreneur, brand ambassador and reality TV star. The Latest: 1. 'Diddy beat the Feds that boy a bad man!' — rapper 50 Cent, on Instagram. 2. 'I'm tired of seeing us Black moguls get took down like that. ... And I'm tired of seeing us Black people go against us Black moguls like that.' — rapper Boosie Badazz, in an Instagram video. 'I'm glad he free ... The courts spoke.' 3. 'Oh, this makes me physically ill. Cassie probably feels so horrible. I'm gonna vomit.' — singer Aubrey O'Day, formerly of the girl group Danity Kane, on her Instagram story. 4. 'I guess a jury just never wants to believe that a woman stays because of power and coercion, wow.' — actor Rosie O'Donnell on Instagram. What is the Mann Act, which Combs was convicted of violating? Combs was convicted of flying people around the country, including his girlfriends and paid male sex workers, to engage in sexual encounters in violation of the federal Mann Act. The 1910 law originally prohibited the interstate or foreign commerce transport of a woman or girl 'for prostitution, debauchery or for any other immoral purpose.' A 1986 update made the law gender-neutral and effectively ended the Act's role in trying to legislate morality by changing 'debauchery' and 'immoral purpose' to 'any sexual activity for which any person can be charged with a criminal offense.' Federal officials: All Americans want 'scourge' of sex crimes stopped The statement by federal officials on the verdict in U.S. v. Sean Combs doesn't mention the verdict, or Combs. 'Sex crimes deeply scar victims, and the disturbing reality is that sex crimes are all too present in many aspects of our society. Victims endure gut-wrenching physical and mental abuse, leading to lasting trauma. New Yorkers and all Americans want this scourge stopped and perpetrators brought to justice,' says the statement by U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton and Ricky Patel, who runs New York's field office for Homeland Security Investigations. 'Prosecuting sex crimes requires brave victims to come forward and tell their harrowing stories. We and our law enforcement partners recognize the hardships victims endure and have prioritized a victim-centered approach to investigating and prosecuting these cases,' said the statement, which also praises law enforcement offices 'for their assistance in this matter.' Cassie's lawyer says she 'paved the way' A lawyer for the R&B singer, who previously dated Combs and testified that he beat and raped her, lauded her courage despite the verdict. 'Although the jury did not find Combs guilty of sex trafficking Cassie beyond a reasonable doubt, she paved the way for a jury to find him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution,' Douglas H. Wigdor said in a written statement. 'By coming forward with her experience, Cassie has left an indelible mark on both the entertainment industry and the fight for justice.' How long did the jury deliberate for? Overall, the jury deliberated for about 13 and a half hours over the course of three days. It's been almost two months since jury selection began on May 5. The verdict came as the jury faced the prospect of coming into court Thursday, while the courthouse is otherwise closed, or waiting until after the long Independence Day weekend to resume deliberating if they didn't have a decision Wednesday. What Combs said to his family as he left the courtroom As Combs turned toward his family as he left the courtroom, he smiled as they applauded and said: 'I'll be home soon.' He added: 'I love you, baby' and, 'I love you, Mom.' U.S. Marshals then ushered him out. Combs will remain in custody as the judge considers the defense's argument that the hip-hop mogul should be granted bail and released until his sentencing. Combs seems overwhelmed, his friends and family overjoyed Combs' family stood and applauded as Diddy faced them before being led out by authorities. The family also cheered for the hip-hop mogul's lawyers as the defense attorneys hugged one another. Combs wiped his face, turned and kneeled at his chair, his head bowed in prayer, as court adjourned. The judge said he'll reconvene later Wednesday to discuss whether to grant Combs bail. Prosecutors say they will seek to have Combs incarcerated The charges Combs was convicted of carry a maximum of 10 years behind bars, Assistant U.S. Attorney Maurene Comey notes. 'Mr. Agnifilo tried to downplay the significance' of the charges Combs was convicted of, 'but the record says otherwise,' the prosecutor says. She said the court has heard testimony of years of illegal conduct, transporting sex workers, drug use and attempting to intimidate witnesses. Comey argued there's a 'real risk that he will flagrantly disregard orders from this court, that he will commit new crimes and that he will attempt to flee justice.' Combs' defense attorney asks the judge to release his client on bail 'In light of the fact that Mr. Combs is no longer charged with sex trafficking ... he should be released,' Marc Agnifilo said. Agnifilo wants Combs to be released today and allowed to return to his Florida home. He says the acquittal on the serious charges demands a change in Combs' conditions of release. Prosecutors oppose Combs being released on bail. Combs reacts to verdict Combs pumped his right fist subtly, seemingly satisfied that he was acquitted on the most serious charges. And he nodded his head in agreement as the judge thanked the jury for its hard work over the last eight weeks. As the verdicts were read, he held up his hands in a prayer motion. Then he was hugging his defense lawyer Teny Geragos. Here's how the jury decided on all charges 5. COUNT ONE — Racketeering Conspiracy — NOT GUILTY 6. COUNT TWO — Sex Trafficking of Casandra Ventura — NOT GUILTY 7. COUNT THREE — Transportation to engage in prostitution — Casandra Ventura — GUILTY 8. COUNT FOUR — Sex Trafficking of Jane — NOT GUILTY 9. COUNT FIVE — Transportation to engage in prostitution – Jane — GUILTY The jury has reached a verdict on all charges in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial The jury has reached a verdict Wednesday in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial in New York City on the third day of deliberations. The verdict has yet to be announced in court. In addition to sex trafficking, Combs is charged with racketeering conspiracy and transporting sex workers across state lines. FILE - This courtroom sketch depicts Sean 'Diddy' Combs sitting at the defense table during his bail hearing in New York on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. (Elizabeth Williams via AP, File) Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty. His lawyers acknowledge he could be violent and may have been a bad boyfriend. But they deny that he's done anything to warrant the charges against him. If convicted, he could spend the rest of his life in prison. 10:06 AM EDT By The Associated Press
Daily Mail
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Travis Hunter's fiancée lavishes two-way star with $50K gift ahead of NFL Draft
Just before he was about to hear his name called at the NFL Draft in Green Bay, Travis Hunter's fiancée gifted the future football star a watch to wear to the ceremony. In a video posted to the Instagram story of Hellion 'Boog' Knight, the head of operations for Young Money APAA (the agency Hunter is signed to), Hunter's fiancée Leanna Lenee is seen walking into his room while holding a green watch box behind her. The video, which features the Boosie Badazz song 'Rolex Baby', shows Lenee in a black t-shirt surprising the football star with a watch. It appears that the cornerback/wide receiver prospect received a Rolex Day-Date (Reference No. 228235). The beautiful timepiece appears to have a brown dial inlaid with diamonds in a rose gold case that features a fluted bezel. It's completed by being set on a rose gold oyster bracelet. While the watch in a 'plain jane' style runs more than $40,000 the additional diamonds raise the price up to just north of $50,000, according to the Rolex website. Later in the evening, Lenee and Hunter hit the red carpet before the Draft - with Hunter sporting a bright pink suit for the occasion. It's been a rocky season for Lenee and Hunter's relationship as the public have cast doubts on Lenee's motives for dating the star. This forced Lenee to defend herself in a lengthy eight-minute video posted after Hunter won the Heisman Trophy. As Hunter was announced as the winner of the prestigious award, Lenee initially remained sitting while Hunter's mother and Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders stood up. She briefly stood and gave Hunter a hug after Sanders appeared to tap her, but promptly sat back down as Hunter continued embracing his group. Fans took issue with what they perceived to be a slight, sparking horrific backlash on social media. It's one of many perceived slights Lenee had to address. Others included a tense moment after a game against Oklahoma State and some comments she made as Hunter was taking photos with female fans during a pre-Heisman photo shoot. On a Twitch stream after the ceremony, Hunter revealed that Lenee had cried herself to sleep as she continued to be pelted with criticism. The couple went through a tough season where Lenee was barraged with public criticism 'She's still sleeping, she's slumped,' the Heisman winner shared on a Twitch stream. 'You know when you're hurt but you just cry yourself to sleep and you just be gone? She drunk [sic], like, an OD amount tonight for no reason.' Hunter told people to stop targeting her, specifically calling out 'clickbait' pages, social media accounts, and websites. 'Clickbait pages stop, y'all better stop I'm telling y'all. Something bad is gonna happen to y'all [if you] keep doing that. Y'all better stop that. I ain't playing,' he said. 'Y'all hate on me then you go hate on my girl,' the two-way star continued. 'I feel the same thing that she feels. We're inseparable. We're with each other. If she's hurting, I'm hurting.' Hunter and Lenee have been dating for five years, according to the football star. They are set to be married next year.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This Scary Incident Left Rapper Boosie Badazz in Pretty Rough Shape
Attention Charlotte, NC residents! If you're looking for rapper Boosie Badazz to appear at the upcoming Millennium Tour concert, he may or may not be in attendance based on the events from Monday afternoon. Police say he was involved in a horrifying accident leaving the rap artist peeled out of his vehicle. Police say the rapper was riding through Union City, Ga. around 3:30 p.m. when the incident occurred. Authorities say two cars collided at the intersection of South Fulton and Mason Road. One of those vehicles, a lime green and black BMW, was seen in bystander video with some serious damage. The vehicle was seen with all its doors open, surrounded by debris and appearing to have deployed all four of its airbags. The vehicle also appeared to be hit head-on. In the video, several individuals were found lying on the ground, holding themselves in pain. A few feet from the vehicle, Boosie was found shirtless, being held up by another individual. According to TMZ, multiple people were hospitalized. The outlet reported that Boosie was not listed on the police report indicating he was not the driver. However, authorities suspect he was a passenger in the backseat, according to TMZ's report. There are no current details pertaining to the vehicle Boosie and his crew allegedly collided with. Boosie was headed to his next stop on the Millennium Tour which is scheduled for Charlotte on Thursday. Following the incident, it's unclear if the rapper was hospitalized but he took to social media to confirm he was okay after the horrifying video circulated. 'IM GOOD, BANGED UP BUT GOOD. GOD GOT ME,' the rapper wrote to Facebook. I don't know, Charlotte. Y'all might just be in luck this week! For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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Express Tribune
09-04-2025
- Automotive
- Express Tribune
Boosie Badazz replaces totaled BMW hours after crash
Boosie Badazz didn't let the pain of a recent crash keep him down for long. Just hours after a multi-car accident totaled his BMW, the Louisiana rapper was spotted at a dealership, picking up a brand-new white BMW. Despite still recovering from the crash, Boosie, who was seen limping and needing assistance to walk, was determined to get behind the wheel again. In a video posted on April 8, Boosie told dealership staff, 'I'm injured right now. I can't really walk.' However, after test-driving his new car, he noted, 'Feeling a little better now,' and made plans to return the following day to choose a second vehicle. The crash, which occurred on April 7 in Union City, Georgia, left Boosie's green and black BMW, valued at over $100,000, completely wrecked. The rapper, however, made it clear on Instagram that he wasn't the one behind the wheel. In a video, Boosie stated, 'No, I ain't wreck no f###### car. I don't never wreck no car. Stupid ass n##### wreck my cars. My fourth car in six months. I ain't never wreck s###.' According to police reports, Boosie was a passenger during the crash. They confirmed that a driver ran a red light at high speed, triggering the multi-car collision. Though Boosie suffered minor injuries, including being visibly shaken and shirtless at the scene, he was able to walk. Several others involved in the crash were hospitalized. Earlier that day, Boosie shared on Facebook that he was 'good' despite being 'banged up,' thanking God for his survival.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rapper Boosie Badazz involved in serious car accident in Georgia
Rapper Boosie Badazz says he suffered minor injuries but managed to walk away from a serious car accident Monday afternoon outside Atlanta. The accident took place around 3:30 p.m. in the suburb of Union City when two vehicles collided at the intersection of South Fulton and Mason Road, local authorities told TMZ. Police said multiple people were hospitalized as a result of the crash. The accident was allegedly caused by a driver who ran through a red light at high speed, though it's unclear which vehicle was responsible. Boosie, who was riding in a BMW, was reportedly not behind the wheel. In a video recorded by an eyewitness, the green-and-black BMW can be seen at an intersection as its passengers lay on the ground visibly in pain. The car appears to have been hit head-on, and debris can be seen strewn across the road in front of it. In a Facebook post, the rapper formerly known as Lil' Boosie confirmed that he's OK in the wake of the crash. 'I'm good. Banged up. But good,' he wrote. 'God got me.' Boosie is currently on his Millennium Tour and is scheduled to continue with his next stop in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday. _____
