Jurors in the ongoing federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs heard another day of searing testimony, as witnesses painted conflicting portraits of the music mogul’s private world. Allegations of abuse, manipulation, and transactional relationships have emerged, offering a deeper look into the lifestyle prosecutors describe as exploitative and predatory.
Bryana “Bana” Bongolan, a designer and friend of Cassie Ventura, testified that in 2016, Diddy allegedly lifted her over a hotel balcony and later threw her against a coffee table. She recalled feeling disoriented and fearful, stating the mogul told her, “I’m the devil, and I could kill you.” The jury was shown photos of the bruises she claims were caused by the incident.
Another woman, using the pseudonym Jane, testified to what she described as a slow descent into a controlling relationship with Diddy that began on a Miami trip in 2020. While she initially welcomed the attention and luxury—jewelry, vacations, and cash—she said the dynamic shifted when she was pressured into sexual acts with other men, often under the guise of what they referred to as “hotel nights” or “debauchery.”
Coercion Claims and Defense Disputes Fuel Courtroom Tensions
Prosecutors argue that Diddy used his influence and resources to lure women into relationships under false pretenses, only to entrap them in a cycle of control and abuse. Jane testified that she feared her rent and financial support would be cut off if she refused his demands. At one point, she claimed 90% of their sexual encounters involved coercion.
The defense has challenged the credibility of the witnesses, questioning the timing of their accusations and highlighting inconsistencies in their statements. During cross-examination, Diddy’s attorneys pointed to Bongolan’s previous civil suit and implied ulterior motives behind her testimony. Bongolan maintained that she is testifying “to seek justice” and said she was subpoenaed to appear.
Tensions in the courtroom escalated when the judge warned Diddy against making suggestive gestures toward the jury—behavior that could result in his removal from the room. The trial, which remains under intense public scrutiny, continues to unravel a tangled web of testimony, power, and contested truth.