Sharay Hayes shares striking testimony regarding the hip-hop mogul's alleged dealings and intimidation tactics against his former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura.
Exotic dancer reveals shocking encounter leading to Diddy identification
Exotic dancer reveals shocking encounter leading to Diddy identification
In a sensational court appearance, a male exotic dancer unveils how he discovered Sean "Diddy" Combs' identity during a sex-trafficking trial.
In a high-profile court hearing in New York City, male exotic dancer Sharay Hayes, known as "The Punisher," detailed a shocking experience that lead to his realization of who his client was—Sean "Diddy" Combs. Hayes testified in the ongoing sex trafficking trial against Combs, who faces severe charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking.
The startling revelation came when Hayes switched on a television in a luxury hotel suite, only to see a familiar name on the welcome screen: "Welcome Sean Combs." During his testimony, Hayes described his job of creating "sexy, erotic scenes" intended for Combs' then-girlfriend, Cassandra "Cassie" Ventura, while Diddy himself reportedly watched discreetly from the corner of the dimly lit suite.
Mr. Hayes, unaware that the man observing him was Combs, was instructed not to acknowledge the presence of the hip-hop mogul during the performance. He recalled that when he arrived at the Trump Tower hotel room, Ms. Ventura met him clad in a bathrobe, while the room itself was adorned with sheets over the furniture and filled with "little bowls" containing baby oil.
The courtroom drama escalated as evidence from the couple's tumultuous relationship was presented. Regina Ventura, Cassie's mother, shared an email her daughter had sent on December 23, 2011, alleging threats made by Mr. Combs, including explicit claims that he would "have someone hurt" her. The haunting message indicated that Combs intended to distance himself during such acts, heightening fears for Ms. Ventura's safety.
Photographic evidence of injuries sustained by Cassie Ventura was also revealed in court, allegedly inflicted by Combs himself. Her mother testified about Diddy demanding $20,000 after he expressed anger over his financial expenditure on Cassie. Out of fear, she reported taking out a loan to meet his demands, only to see the sum reappear in their account within days without any explanation.
Today’s proceedings also saw a vigorous cross-examination of Combs' former personal assistant, challenging the consistency of his testimonies. The trial is anticipated to extend over several weeks, with serious implications for the 55-year-old music mogul, who could face a life sentence if convicted of the charges.
