Diddy Trial Update: Ex-Assistant 'Mia' Reveals Shocking Testimony on Alleged Sexual Assault by Sean Combs
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Mia," who previously worked for Sean Diddy "Combs took the stand in testimony today after ex-stylist Deonte Nash In the music executive’s case involving sexual misconduct charges.
The woman giving testimony using a false identity claims that Combs subjected her to sexual abuse and assaulted her several times. She stated that she felt "extremely frightened" about coming forward against Combs for fear of death or injury. According to Mia’s account, she did not wish to engage in any intimate relations with him yet feared refusing his advances outright.
I couldn't say no to him, not even for something as simple as a sandwich," Mia stated. "There was just no way I could refuse him anything at all.
"He would dismiss me and jeopardize my career prospects, and somehow manage to spin the narrative so that I appear as a menace," she said additional.
Nash, a styling professional who collaborated with both Combs and Ventura , took the stand early Thursday and stated that he saw Combs engage in violent acts his ex-girlfriend Firsthand, Nash mentioned that he and Ventura concealed themselves from Combs numerous times, too many to keep track of.
Combs is confronting charges of sex trafficking, transporting individuals for prostitution, and racketeering Conspiracy charges have been filed against Combs, who was taken into custody in September 2024. Federal authorities claim he intimidated, mistreated, and forced individuals "to satisfy his sexual cravings" from 2004 through 2024. However, Combs has refuted all allegations of misconduct.
Key points
- On Day 12 of the proceedings, 'Mia' gave testimony regarding her experiences with sexual abuse.
- Who is 'Mia'?
- Mia thought Diddy's power surpassed that of the police.
- Mia mentions she felt terrified that Diddy might end up killing Cassie.
Jury dismissed
21:03 , Katie HawkinsonJudge Arun Subramanian has released the jury for today.
'Mia' will resume her testimony tomorrow morning.
Deonte Nash states he attempted to leap onto Diddy to prevent him from assaulting Cassie.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:55 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash informed the jury that he had attempted to leap onto Sean "Diddy" Combs’s back to prevent him from attacking Cassie Ventura.
Nash mentioned that he and a lady called Mia, who goes by "Victim-4," attempted to climb onto Combs’s back but were pushed away. Mia is scheduled to testify later today.
Nash stated that Combs proceeded to punch Ventura until her head struck the bedside frame. As a result, she began to bleed, according to his testimony.
Deonte Nash claims Diddy panicked after causing Cassie to bleed.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:02 PMDeonte Nash provided more specifics about an event where Sean "Diddy" Combs allegedly assaulted Cassie Ventura, resulting in her head hitting the bedframe and bleeding as a consequence.
Nash stated that Combs ceased hitting her once he saw the blood.
"When he saw the blood, he immediately panicked," Nash stated during his testimony.
Combs remarked, "See what you all made me do," according to Nash's testimony.
Nash stated that he dialed 911 but disconnected the call before speaking with a dispatcher as instructed by an unknown person. He has no recollection of who gave him this instruction.
Deonte Nash claims Diddy coerced Cassie.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:08 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash claimed that Sean "Diddy" Combs threatened to reveal explicit videos of Cassie Ventura.
Combs reportedly informed Ventura that he would upload the video online and send it to her parents' workplaces to have them dismissed, according to Nash's testimony.
Nash mentioned that he attempted to console Ventura by informing her that Combs was also featured in the recordings. However, Ventura claimed that he wasn't included since he had been videotaping her engaging in sexual activities with other individuals.
Ventura had earlier stated that Combs would instruct her to take part in "freak-offs," where she was expected to engage in sexual activities with other men as per his orders.
Ventura along with her mother had earlier stated under oath that Combs was blackmailing them by threatening to leak explicit videos and images of the singer.
Deonte Nash claims that Combs looked through his house for Ventura.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:31 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash claims that Sean "Diddy" Combs once conducted a search of his house for Cassie Ventura, going so far as to check inside his oven.
"He checked the oven — I’m not sure why he bothered with the oven," Nash stated.
Later, Combs insisted that Nash should head for a hotel with the expectation that Nash would help him convince Ventura to leave her room, according to his testimony. When he got there, Ventura was visibly terrified, as Nash recounted.
After leaving the hotel, Nash mentioned that he believed someone was tailing him. He suspected these individuals might be connected to Combs.
"I didn't consider my home safe enough to return that evening," he stated.
Upon returning home, Nash mentioned that he found out his backpack was taken, with cash, an iPad, and his identification inside.
Deonte Nash states that he did not report the incident to the authorities due to his fear of Combs.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:34 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash stated that he did not inform the authorities about Sean "Diddy" Combs's aggression towards Cassie Ventura due to fear of the influential music executive.
Nash mentioned that he did inform Combs' chief of staff about it.
Nash mentioned that he frequently noticed Ventura had bruises covering his body.
Deonte Nash claims he doesn't have hatred for Diddy.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:43 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash states that he does not harbor hatred towards Sean "Diddy" Combs and remains in contact with him.
“I don’t have feelings of hatred towards him,” Nash stated. “It’s simply not my preference.”
Cassie Ventura mentioned she wasn't interested in performing 'freak-offs,' according to Nash.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:46 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash mentioned that Cassie Ventura made it clear she wasn't interested in engaging in "freak offs" with Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Ventura formerly stated that "freak-offs" included her engaging in sexual activities with other men as directed by Combs.
Nash mentioned that Ventura had told him she wasn't keen on attending a "freak off," but she went "because he wanted her to."
Ventura also informed Nash that Combs was upset since she did not wish to head to a hotel for a sexual encounter, according to his testimony.
Courtroom drawing: Deonte Nash gives testimony
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 8:04 PM , Katie Hawkinson
Deonte Nash describes his role as a stylist under Combs.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 8:21 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash initially gained fame as a celebrity stylist when he was employed by Sean "Diddy" Combs’s production firm.
When defense attorney Xavier Donaldson indicated that Combs assisted Nash in launching his career, the witness responded with, "Proceed."
Nash additionally mentioned that it can be "occasionally" crucial for the individual overseeing a record label to make sure their artists look good. Previously, Nash stated under oath that Combs had control over Cassie Ventura’s appearance and would occasionally threaten to withhold her music releases if he was displeased.
Deonte Nash mentions that his last conversation with Cassie was yesterday.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 8:45 PMDeonte Nash mentioned that he spoke to Cassie Ventura most recently yesterday to extend his congratulations on the arrival of her third child with her spouse, Alex Fine.
Ventura's close acquaintance, Nash, was employed by Sean "Diddy" Combs between 2008 and 2018. During this period, from 2007 to 2018, Ventura had an intermittent relationship with Combs.
Deonte Nash claims that Cassie Ventura engaged in drug use.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 8:53 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash claimed he saw Cassie Ventura consuming both Molly and ecstasy.
Ventura formerly stated that she would use drugs prior to "wild sessions," during which she engaged in sexual activities with other men as directed by Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Deonte Nash provides more information about the claimed 2013 attack.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 9:01 PM , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash stated that he leaped onto Sean "Diddy" Combs’s back when Combs was attacking Cassie Ventura in 2013 to shield both individuals.
Nash stated that his attempt was to leap onto Combs’s back with the intention of shielding Ventura, as well as to prevent the situation from escalating further.
Previously, Nash stated that Combs struck Ventura repeatedly until her head collided with a bed frame, resulting in bleeding. Upon noticing the blood, Combs ceased his assault and became panicked, according to Nash’s account.
Court adjourned
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 9:05 PM , Katie HawkinsonJudge Arun Subramanian has released the jury for today.
The court will reconvene tomorrow morning to hear additional testimony from Deonte Nash.
Day 11 Recap: A stylist and an arson investigator take the stand
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 9:25 PMOn Day 11 of Sean "Diddy" Combs's sex trafficking trial, the proceedings began with testimony from Los Angeles Police Department Officer Christopher Ignacio.
In December 2011, Ignacio addressed an incident at Scott "Kid Cudi" Mescudi's residence concerning potential trespassing. According to Mescudi, Combs had allegedly broken into his home upon discovering that he was involved with Cassie Ventura.
Ignacio mentioned that a black Escalade departed from the house just as he arrived. Upon checking the vehicle registration, he found out that the SUV was registered under Combs’s production firm.
Following him was Los Angeles Fire Department arson investigator Lance Jimenez. He looked into the explosion of Mescudi’s Porsche in January 2012. Last week, Mescudi stated under oath that he thought Combs might have been responsible for the blast; however, Combs refuted these claims when questioned directly.
Jimenez disclosed that the vehicle was ignited using a Molotov cocktail which failed to shatter upon hitting the target. Consequently, the car was consumed by a slow-burning fire instead of exploding.
Jimenez mentioned that Mescudi provided him with fingerprints lifted from his residence during the supposed burglary in 2011. According to Jimenez, an LAPD officer later disposed of these prints in August 2012.
The prosecutors questioned whether this was "uncommon," prompting an objection from the defense. Shortly thereafter, the defense requested a mistrial.
Judge Arun Subramanian removed the mention of the fingerprints from the records but rejected their plea for a new trial.
The last witness to testify was Deonte Nash, a hairstylist who had been employed by Combs and counted among Ventura’s intimate acquaintances.
Nash stated that he saw Combs assault Ventura. According to Nash’s testimony, Combs had previously threatened to leak Ventura’s sexual videos and distribute them to her parents' workplaces with the intention of getting them terminated from their jobs.
The court will reconvene on Thursday morning for further testimony from Nash.
Who will give testimony on Thursday?
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 9:32 PM , Katie HawkinsonThe court will reconvene on Thursday for further testimony from hairstylist Deonte Nash.
Following this, Prosecutor Maurene Comey stated that she plans to bring a woman known as "Mia" to testify. Mia, who served as one of Sean "Diddy" Combs's ex-assistants, is reportedly one of his victims of abuse.
Comey anticipates Mia will remain on the witness stand until at least Friday, she informed Judge Arun Subramanian earlier today.
Subject 4, referred to as 'Mia,' is scheduled to testify.
09:19 , James LiddellThe Independent Live updates from the 12th day of testimony at Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial are currently happening.
Another former assistant and purported victim of Sean "Diddy" Combs, known by the pseudonym "Mia," might take the stand on Thursday, according to prosecutors. Earlier, they had designated her as "Victim-4."
The first witness called to testify was Deonte Nash, a previous stylist at Sean Combs' music label, Bad Boy Records. He has styled both Combs and Cassie Ventura, his long-term on-and-off companion. Nash started giving evidence during the hearing held on Wednesday.
Combs plans to reveal 'secrets' she intended to keep 'until her death.'
09:21 , James LiddellThe ex-employee of Sean "Diddy" Combs, who goes by the nickname "Mia," is scheduled to appear as a witness for the prosecution on Wednesday.
On May 12, during the initial arguments, prosecutors claimed that Combs pressured Mia—who was identified as "Victim 4" by the prosecution—into having sexual relations and forcefully imposed himself upon her.
She is only starting to come to terms with the instances when he coerced himself upon her sexually," prosecutor Emily Johnson informed the jury. "She wished to take this secret to her grave.
Two days afterward, Mia’s lawyer Michael Ferrara informed Judge Arun Subramanian that the witness was prepared to disclose information that she would have otherwise kept "buried" within herself until after Combs' apprehension.
Honestly, she’s extremely anxious," Ferrara stated on May 14. "These issues were meant to stay with her forever. They are the most terrible experiences of her life.
What did stylist Deonte Nash say under testimony yesterday?
09:27 , James LiddellCelebrity stylist Deonte Nash is scheduled to keep his testimony going on Thursday.
Following his testimony on Wednesday, he stated that Diddy’s then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura expressed her desire to leap from a hotel balcony after the musician threatened to unveil sex videos from their explicit encounters.
Deonte Nash, who served as a stylist for both Ventura and Combs from 2009 to 2018, testified in court on Wednesday during Combs' sex trafficking trial. He recounted how the music executive allegedly intimidated, mistreated, and dominated Ventura’s personal and professional life.
He mentioned that three particularly aggressive events stood out in his memory, one of which occurred in 2013. It started at Ventura’s apartment in Los Angeles and culminated with Ventura threatening to jump from the balcony.
Kelly Rissman has the details:
A stylist recounts how Cassie Ventura wished to leap from a hotel balcony to get away from Puffy.
What testimony was provided by Los Angeles emergency services yesterday?
09:55 , James LiddellThe Los Angeles Police Department officer, Christopher Ignacio, took the stand as the initial witness on Wednesday.
In December 2011, Ignacio addressed an incident at "Kid Cudi" Scott Mescudi’s residence concerning potential trespassing. According to Mescudi, Combs allegedly entered his home after discovering that he was involved with Cassie Ventura, who had been Combs' partner for about ten years.
Ignacio mentioned that a black Escalade drove off from the house, and upon checking the license plate, the officer found out that the vehicle was registered under Combs’s production company.
Following him, Los Angeles Fire Department Arson Investigator Lance Jimenez took the stand. He looked into the January 2012 explosion targeting Mescudi’s Porsche. During his testimony earlier in the week, Mescudi alleged that Combs had orchestrated the blast, which Combs refutes. Jimenez disclosed that the vehicle was ignited using a Molotov cocktail that failed to shatter upon contact as intended.
The firefighter additionally mentioned that Mescudi provided him with fingerprints retrieved from his residence during the supposed break-in of 2011. In August 2012, an LAPD officer proceeded to dispose of these prints, as stated by Jimenez under oath.
The judge dismissed the defense's motion for a mistrial.
10:25 , James LiddellOn Wednesday, the defense sought a mistrial following an announcement by a Los Angeles Fire Department arson investigator who stated that the Los Angeles Police Department discarded fingerprint evidence collected at Kid Cudi’s residence during the alleged 2011 burglary involving Combs.
Judge Arun Subramanian dismissed the fingerprint evidence and rejected the defense's motion for a mistrial.
Cassie Ventura gave birth just under two weeks after she testified.
10:55 , James LiddellCassie Ventura is said to have given birth just under two weeks following the testimony of the significantly expectant key witness for the prosecution during Sean "Diddy" Combs's trial.
Vetura, who was in a relationship with Combs for more than ten years, along with her spouse Alex Fine, announced the arrival of their third child, according to an insider familiar with the family speaking to ABC News. The couple already has two daughters and had previously shared via an Instagram post in February that they were anticipating their third child.
The Independent reached out to a spokesperson for Ventura seeking comment.
Caitlin Hornik has more:
Cassie Ventura gave birth shortly after Testifying in the Diddy trial.
The stars referenced throughout Diddy’s sex trafficking case
11:25 , James LiddellThe ongoing sex trafficking trial involving Sean "Diddy" Combs is taking place at the Manhattan federal courthouse, with proceedings revealing mentions of several high-profile celebrities during witness testimonies.
Initially, the jury was provided with a roster of 190 celebrities, covering well-loved film stars and prominent musicians who might come into play throughout the proceedings. This list included figures like Michael B. Jordan and Kanye West, as reported by Variety. Additionally, high-profile individuals such as Britney Spears and 50 Cent began making appearances as the trial progressed.
Isabel Keane has detailed the celebrities included in the list as well as those mentioned during the trial:
The stars referenced throughout Diddy’s sex trafficking case
In brief: Testimony enters Day 11 in the Diddy trial
11:57 , James Liddell
Testimony from Combs PA named 'Mia' anticipated to occupy most of Thursday and Friday.
12:29 , James LiddellProsecutors stated that testimony from a purported victim and ex-employee of Sean "Diddy" Combs is anticipated to span much of Thursday and potentially continue through Friday afternoon.
The ex-personal assistant goes by the pseudonym "Mia," whereas prosecutors refer to her as "Victim-4."
Following her will be a gentleman named Enrique Santos, who is permitted to testify only from Monday onwards.
Deonte Nash is scheduled to be cross-examined soon.
13:00 , James LiddellDeonte Nash, who previously served as the stylist for Sean Combs and Cassie Ventura, is anticipated to return to the witness stand when testimony continues at 9 a.m., where he will face cross-examination from defense lawyer Xavier Donaldson.
The crowds dwindle in the rain-soaked streets of Manhattan.
13:15 , Kelly RissmanAnother rainy day has arrived, and thankfully, the crowds appear to have thinned out. The overflow room is fairly populated, yet it doesn’t feel overcrowded anymore.
Deonte Nash will conclude his testimony when Xavier Donaldson questions him. Following that, we'll probably hear from Mia (a pseudonym) for the majority of the day and possibly extending into tomorrow.
Attorneys request 'increased access' to Diddy while he is incarcerated.
13:35 , James LiddellJudge Arun Subramanian aims to maintain a swift tempo for the trial, but the defense contends that being unable to meet with Sean Combs in jail past 7 p.m. could impede the process.
Defense lawyer Marc Agnifilo requested of the court to be allowed to meet with Combs until 10 p.m., contending that due to the present curfew, valuable time for strategizing is lost as they cannot consult him freely, thereby impeding the progress of trial preparations.
"We simply require greater access to Mr. Combs," Agnifilo stated in court on Wednesday.
Judge Subramanian stated he would contact the prison to inquire if accommodations could be arranged.
Last week, the defense had asked for extra videoconference time with Combs at his jail location since he mentioned running "out of minutes." In response, prosecutors stated they would reach out to the Bureau of Prisons on Subramanian’s behalf, following the judge expressing that he hadn’t been successful when contacting the agency himself.
Judge rejects bid to reduce live video coverage of Mia's statement
13:54 , James LiddellJudge Arun Subramanian, currently serving on the bench, rejected the prosecution's plea to disconnect the video transmission to the overflow room during Mia's testimony, as she was formerly Combs' assistant and claimed to be the victim.
Rather than this, the prosecutor requested only the audio transmission to stay active, but the judge denied this request, as reported by CNN.
Judge Subramanian indicated that the individuals in the overflow room would have been accommodated in the main courtroom if there had been sufficient space available.
Comb Defense Table as Court Falls Behind Schedule
13:56 , James LiddellSean Combs has returned to Manhattan federal court dressed in a sweater with a white shirt.
The current hearing is approximately 10 minutes late, as per today's schedule. Washington Post .
Court resumes
14:21 , Katie HawkinsonThe 12th day of the sex trafficking trial involving Sean "Diddy" Combs has started.
Stylist Deonte Nash has resumed his testimony on the witness stand to complete his statement.
Judge rules out courtroom sketches for forthcoming witness
14:35 , Katie HawkinsonJudge Arun Subramanian has prohibited drawings of Mia, a previous staff member who reportedly experienced mistreatment from Sean “Diddy” Combs, within the courthouse.
Mia, using an alias, is scheduled to testify later today.
Deonte Nash provides testimony regarding the sequence of events in Cassie Ventura's connection with Kid Cudi.
14:48 , Katie HawkinsonStylist Deonte Nash claims that according to Sean "Diddy" Combs's team, he and Cassie Ventura had ended their relationship prior to her starting to date Scott "Kid Cudi" Mescudi towards the end of 2011.
Most of the evidence presented until now has focused on actions attributed to Combs following the discovery of their connection. According to Mescudi, Combs allegedly forced entry into his residence in December 2011.
Mescudi’s Porsche was damaged in an explosion only a few weeks afterward. The rapper stated under oath that he believed Combs was somehow involved in the incident. However, Mescudi claims that Combs refuted any connection when directly questioned about it.
Deonte Nash claims he introduced Cassie to actor Michael B. Jordan.
14:49 , Katie HawkinsonDeonte Nash informed the court that he introduced Cassie Ventura to actor Michael B. Jordan.
Nash provided the details without being asked, informing Sean "Diddy" Combs's lawyer, "I understand where we're headed with this. He's fine, she's fine. So, why not?"
Judge Arun Subramanian instructed Nash to hold off on providing additional details until after the attorneys have completed their questioning.
The stylist expresses Cassie's worry over how Diddy's relationships might affect her professional life.
15:00 , Katie HawkinsonHairstylist Deonte Nash mentioned that Cassie Ventura worried about how Sean "Diddy" Combs' involvement with other women could impact her professional trajectory.
Nash stated that Combs reached out to him and Ventura after discovering that she was dating actor Michael B. Jordan.
Earlier, Nash mentioned that he orchestrated events involving both Ventura and Jordan.
Cassie did not inform Deonte Nash regarding 'freak off' videos, he states
15:03 , Katie HawkinsonYesterday, stylist Deonte Nash stated under oath that Sean "Diddy" Combs had threatened to leak explicit video content involving Cassie Ventura with the intention of sending those recordings to her parents' workplaces to cause their termination.
Nash mentioned that he attempted to console Ventura by telling her Combs was also featured in the videos. According to his testimony, Ventura revealed to Nash that Combs had made the recordings, which depicted her engaging in sexual activities with multiple individuals.
Today, Nash informed Combs’s lawyers that this event was the first instance where he discovered Ventura was involved in sexual relationships with other men, even though they were good friends.
The defense challenges Deonte Nash's earlier statements.
15:25 , Katie HawkinsonAccording to CNN, the defense has indicated that certain parts of Deonte Nash's testimony do not align with statements he made during pre-trial interviews with prosecutors.
Nash has repeatedly stated under oath that he provided minimal information to the prosecution prior to the trial and expressed his desire for no part in this case. In fact, yesterday he went as far as saying he would rather avoid being present in court altogether.
'Mia' takes the stand
15:38 , Katie HawkinsonMia, who previously worked as an aide for Sean "Diddy" Combs and claims she was abused by him, is currently giving her testimony.
She is giving testimony using an alias, however, the jurors are aware of her real name.
Mia claims Diddy forcibly attacked her.
15:51 , Katie HawkinsonA witness named Mia, who formerly worked for Sean "Diddy" Combs, informed the jury that the music executive allegedly sexually assaulted her on several occasions.
Mia characterized her experience of working for Combs as "poisonous" and "disorderly."
Mia served as Combs’s personal aide. Additionally, she held the position of director of development and acquisitions at Revolt Films, a firm established by Combs.
It was chaos, it was toxicity, yet sometimes thrilling," Mia stated. "The peaks were extremely high, but the troughs were incredibly, deeply low.
Mia claims that Diddy assaulted her multiple occasions.
15:57 , Katie HawkinsonMia stated that Sean "Diddy" Combs assaulted her multiple occasions during her employment with him.
“She stated under oath that he had tossed objects at her. She also mentioned that he had pushed her against a wall, hurled her into a swimming pool, and poured an ice bucket over her head.”
Diddy met Mia for an interview wearing only his underwear; she provided testimony.
16:02 , Katie HawkinsonMia mentioned that she visited Sean "Diddy" Combs's residence for an interview when she was seeking employment with him.
When he opened the door, Combs was only wearing his undergarments, as she stated, and then he later dressed further.
She mentioned that Mia was around 25 or 26 years old when she had her interview for the position.
Mia claims she stayed up for five consecutive days without sleeping and used Adderall to help her remain awake.
16:04 , Katie HawkinsonMia stated that she previously served as an assistant to Sean "Diddy" Combs for five consecutive days without sleeping and used Adderall to stay alert during this period.
Adderall is a stimulating drug commonly prescribed for managing ADHD.
"I experienced a physical collapse; my hearing deteriorated, everything felt muffled as though I were submerged underwater, my balance was askew, and my eyesight became blurry," she stated during her testimony. "Suddenly, without warning, I became uncontrollably emotional and couldn’t cease weeping." At this juncture, Puff mentioned that she might fall asleep.
Mia stated that she frequently worked for 24 consecutive hours or went several days without sleeping.
The jury reviews the scope of Mia's professional duties.
16:27 , Katie HawkinsonThe jurors reviewed the list detailing Mia’s duties when she worked as an assistant for Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Her responsibilities encompassed "managing [Combs’s] daily schedule in both work and personal settings from the time he rises in the morning till the instant he goes to sleep at night" and "predicting his requirements, caprices, and emotional states."
She was instructed to "GUARD HIM AT ALL TIMES" and ensure she remains within PD’s sight at all times "(except when advised differently)," as per the instructions listed.
Mia provides more information about the work environment under Diddy.
17:06 , Katie HawkinsonMia elaborated more on her role as Sean "Diddy" Combs’s personal aide.
Mia mentioned that she couldn't exit his house unapproved when she was working, and recounted an instance where she faced "major consequences" for departing while he was sleeping sometime between 2009 and 2010.
Mia additionally mentioned during her testimony that she was not permitted to lock her bedroom door when staying at one of his residences.
She stated, 'Puff mentioned, "This is my house and nobody locks the doors,"'
Mia stated under oath that Combs frequently threatened her employment. According to Mia, she experienced "many instances of being verbally abused, embarrassed, and shouted at."
Mia also mentioned that she grew very close to Cassie Ventura during her time working for Combs, saying their bond was "like sisters."
Mia states that Cassie's connection with Diddy was characterized by abuse.
17:10 , Katie HawkinsonMia stated that the relationship between Cassie Ventura and Sean Diddy Combs was abusive.
It was a pattern of ups and downs," she explained. "He would be abusive toward her.
Mia states that Diddy frequently assaulted Cassie.
17:15 , Katie HawkinsonMia claims she frequently sees Sean "Diddy" Combs mistreating his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura.
She mentioned an instance where Combs supposedly threw Ventura down, causing her head to split open.
Mia mentioned that Ventura never retaliated.
“She has just witnessed her raising her arms, signaling him to halt,” she stated during testimony.
Cassie required Diddy’s endorsement when it came to her appearance, according to Mia.
17:20 , Andrew GeorgesonMia supported Cassie Ventura and Deonte Nash’s earlier statements, asserting that Sean "Diddy" Combs was in control of her appearance.
Mia mentioned that Combs needed to okay Ventura’s hairstyle, nail art, and clothing choices.
Mia stated, "Everybody would feel quite anxious because he kept bombarding us with numerous questions and would somehow insinuate himself into everything."
Mia describes an event where she and Deonte Nash attempted to safeguard Cassie.
17:28 , Katie HawkinsonMia shared an instance where she and her stylist, Deonte Nash, attempted to leap onto Sean "Diddy" Combs’s back to prevent him from assaulting Cassie Ventura.
During his testimony yesterday, Nash described the identical event once more.
“I and Deonte quickly joined in an attempt to halt it,” Mia stated. “Both of us simply aimed to remove him from her.”
At one point, he had Deonte in such a situation that I feared he might harm him severely," she continued. "I then leaped onto his back, but he reacted instantly by slamming me into the wall with surprising strength, making us realize how dangerous this truly was.
Mia describes the 2010 Prince celebration
18:36 , Katie HawkinsonSean "Diddy" Combs's former assistant Mia described a 2010 event organized by musician Prince. In an earlier statement, Cassie Ventura also detailed this very party.
Combs instructed Mia and Ventura to remain at a hotel; however, they chose to attend the party anyway, as she stated during her testimony.
"Mia mentioned that she and Cass went back and forth like children about whether they should leave the house without permission, which seemed to last an eternity," she explained.
Upon his arrival, Combs assaulted Ventura.
Mia stated, "He caught up with her and pinned her down. He began assaulting her, however, Prince's security quickly stepped in."
Following the incident, Combs suspended her without pay due to "disobedience," according to Mia.
In the courthouse, Mia gives her testimony.
18:45 , Kelly RissmanA female witness using the alias Mia is set to testify today at Sean "Diddy" Combs's ongoing trial.
Mia frequently looks downward while speaking, swinging her head from side to side. She tends to stutter, particularly when discussing difficult recollections.
The judge has cautioned spectators observing the trial against describing Mia’s physical appearance. Additionally, courtroom sketches are prohibited during her testimony.
Mia stated that Combs slammed her against the wall, tossed her into a pool, poured an ice bucket over her head, and struck her arm against a door. After pausing and finding difficulty in speaking, she added that he had repeatedly subjected her to sexual assault.
For the third time, we're hearing about what happened in 2013 at Ventura’s flat where Mia and Deonte Nash leaped onto Puffy Combs as he was attacking Ventura. This altercation resulted in a cut above Ventura’s eye.
When she witnessed Ventura’s head collide with the corner of the bed frame, Mia stated that she believed Combs was "really about to murder her."
She stated that it was "the first instance when I recognized just how grave the peril we were facing truly was."
In her statement, she has consistently highlighted the authority and dominance that Combs exerted over both her and Ventura.
Mia has often stated: "I had to follow every instruction he gave." Failure to comply meant facing "something awful, extremely frightening" outcomes. She mentioned that the repercussions were "unpredictably disturbing, usually quite horrifying."
Mia thought Diddy's power surpassed that of the police.
18:47Mia stated that she believed Sean "Diddy" Combs wouldn't be held accountable if she decided to call the authorities.
I thought Puff's influence was beyond what the police could reach," Mia stated during her testimony. "This occurred many years prior to the era of social media or movements like 'Me Too,' when nobody had effectively challenged someone with his level of power.
Mia mentioned that she felt compelled to maintain silence about Combs’s violent behavior due to her position as one of his employees.
“She mentioned, ‘I was meant to safeguard him from others,’” she said.
Diddy was extremely saddened when Cassie went out with Kid Cudi, according to Mia.
19:09 , Katie HawkinsonMia said that Sean "Diddy" Combs felt "devastated" upon learning in 2011 that Cassie Ventura was dating Scott "Kid Cudi" Mescudi.
"Mia informed the jury that typically he displayed anger and aggression, but this particular instance seemed akin to a somber stillness preceding a tempest," she explained.
Mia talks about tidying up Diddy's hotel accommodations.
19:17 , Katie HawkinsonMia, who served as an assistant to Sean "Diddy" Combs, informed the jury that her duties frequently included tidying up his hotel suites.
Mia described the rooms as a "complete nightmare" and "extremely filthy." According to her, she frequently had to clean up candle wax, glass, water, blood, oil, and damp towels.
Mia claims Diddy coerced her into taking ketamine.
19:25 , Katie HawkinsonMia stated that she went to Burning Man with Sean "Diddy" Combs where he divided ketamine, molly, and cocaine into three separate piles.
“People were taking turns going up and playing some guessing game,” Mia said.
Combs then stated it was Mia’s turn, she recounted. When she objected, he became agitated and administered a dosage he desired her to consume, according to Mia’s testimony.
Mia mentioned that she subsequently sniffed the substance since she believed she was left with no alternatives.
Mia mentions that Diddy treated her both as a best friend and as something "worthless."
19:33 , Katie HawkinsonSean "Diddy" Combs alternated between seeing Mia as a close confidant and referring to her as a "worthless piece of trash," according to her testimony today.
“She stated under oath that he would embarrass her, hurl curses at her, and launch into rants accusing her of being inept and foolish.”
Mia stated that Combs frequently tossed objects at her, such as spaghetti, turkey meat, and even a computer.
Mia states that Diddy tossed spaghetti at her.
19:55 , Katie HawkinsonMia informed the court that she experienced blood running down her leg after Sean "Diddy" Combs refused to allow her access to the restroom for changing her tampon.
Rather than doing that, Combs wanted her to fetch some iHop for a number of individuals. Afterwards, he tossed a bowl of spaghetti at her.
Mia expressed that she felt "extremely terrified, deeply humiliated, and very bewildered" when he started throwing objects around her, leading her to believe "there must be something wrong with me since I caused this level of distress."
Combs drove her away from the house, causing her to leave without shoes, she then concealed herself in a bush before finally making her way to a hotel for safety.
The HR department informed her that she would face suspension without pay due to the incident.
Mia claims Combs sexually attacked her following her 40th birthday party.
20:29 , Katie HawkinsonMia, who previously worked as an assistant for Sean "Diddy" Combs, stated that he allegedly sexually assaulted her after his 40th birthday party.
He kissed her and placed his hands under her dress, she stated during testimony.
“I was stunned and I just froze,” Mia stated. I wasn’t able to comprehend what was going on.”
Around 2009 or 2010, Mia stated that she found herself with Combs atop her when she woke up.
“She mentioned it was extremely fast.”
She stated that she did not wish to engage in sexual activity with him.
Who is 'Mia'?
20:35 , Katie Hawkinson"Mia" served as Sean "Diddy" Combs's previous personal aide and is also a good friend of Cassie Ventura.
Mia is giving testimony using an assumed name to safeguard her privacy. Her appearance is scheduled to continue until Friday.
Mia states that she couldn't refuse Diddy.
20:51Mia, who previously worked as an assistant for Sean "Diddy" Combs, stated that although she had no desire to be sexually involved with him, she felt unable to refuse his advances due to her fear of him.
"I couldn't say no to him, not even for something as simple as a sandwich. I couldn't refuse him anything at all. There was just no way I could turn him down," Mia stated.
"He would dismiss me and sabotage my prospects, and somehow manage to spin the narrative so that I appear as a menace," she said additional.
Mia has stated that Combs physically attacked her on several instances.
Mia states that another assistant was let go following their concerns about Diddy harming Cassie.
20:57 , Katie HawkinsonMia mentions that one of her colleagues informed the chief of staff for Sean "Diddy" Combs about him allegedly dating Cassie Ventura.
Mia mentioned that afterward, senior staff members conducted a conference call, resulting in the assistant being let go.
Mia says she was 'scared' to report Diddy
21:00 , Katie HawkinsonMia stated she felt 'extremely frightened' about reporting Sean "Diddy" Combs for alleged sexual assault.
Mia expressed feeling "extremely desperate, terrified, and trapped." She was concerned about potentially being "silenced, punished, and cast out from my second family."
“She stated under oath that she would have lost everything.”
She was equally afraid that Combs might harm her if she decided to speak up.
“She mentioned that she did not wish to face death or injury,” she explained.
On Day 12 of the proceedings, 'Mia' gave testimony regarding her experience with sexual assault.
21:19 , Katie HawkinsonOn Day 12, they heard testimony from 'Mia,' a previous aide of Sean "Diddy" Combs, who is appearing using a fake name.
Mia informed the court that Combs had subjected her to sexual abuse on several instances, and she felt "extremely frightened" about reporting him.
“She stated under oath that her fear was of dying or being injured.”
Mia also witnessed Combs attacking Cassie Ventura several occasions, she informed the jury.
Mia gave testimony regarding the event that took place in 2013 at Ventura’s apartment, where both she and Deonte Nash leaped onto Combs’s back during his attack on Ventura. This altercation resulted in a cut above Ventura’s eye.
When she witnessed Ventura’s head collide with the corner of the bed frame, Mia stated that she believed Combs might "really end up killing her."
She stated that it was "the first instance when I recognized the extreme peril we were truly facing."
During her testimony, she has consistently highlighted the influence and authority that Combs exerted over both her and Ventura.
Stylist Deonte Nash concluded his testimony today before the jury, stating that he arranged for Ventura to meet actor Michael B. Jordan. Additionally, he mentioned that Ventura was worried about how Combs’s behavior of being seen with other women could impact her career negatively.
