Diddy joked about wanting like a “koala bear” in a courtroom sketch whereas going through intercourse trafficking costs that would result in life in jail.
Diddy cracked a joke about his courtroom look throughout a break in his federal intercourse trafficking trial in Manhattan, telling sketch artist Jane Rosenberg she made him appear like a “koala bear.”
The disgraced mogul is worried about his seems to be whilst he faces costs that would put him behind bars for all times.
The Hip-Hop Diddy’s offhand comment got here Wednesday (June 4) in the midst of a high-stakes trial the place he’s accused of intercourse trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.
Regardless of the gravity of the costs, Diddy appeared extra targeted on his courtroom picture than the authorized peril he faces.
In keeping with Reuters, Rosenberg mentioned Diddy approached her and mentioned, “You made me appear like a koala bear.” She replied, “You need to be so fortunate.”
The change occurred simply earlier than U.S. District Choose Arun Subramanian reprimanded Diddy for nodding towards the jury throughout cross-examination.
The decide warned him to not affect the panel and threatened to eject him from the courtroom if it occurred once more.
Diddy faces 5 prison counts, together with intercourse trafficking and racketeering conspiracy, which might result in a life sentence if convicted.
The case stems from a broader investigation into Diddy’s alleged conduct over a number of years.
Prosecutors have introduced testimony from Cassie Ventura’s affiliate Bryana Bongolan, his former assistant “Mia,” resort staff, intercourse employees and others, portray an image of a sample of abuse and coercion.
The trial resumed Friday (June 6) with additional witness testimony.
Jane Doe testified that Diddy pressured her into freak-offs that lasted for over three days, gave her medication, and compelled her to have unprotected intercourse with escorts.