Justin Bieber distances from Diddy amid trafficking trial
"Justin Bieber has broken his silence," report western media. With the help of his spokesperson, the musician denied being a victim of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, who helped him enter the music industry at the age of 15. This statement emerged in the context of a human trafficking trial in which Combs is accused.
The trial of Sean Combs, known as Diddy, has started in New York. The musician, who gained fame as P. Diddy and Puff Daddy, is accused of serious sexual offences, including human trafficking and extortion.
As emphasized by the NY Post, Justin Bieber might have been one of the musician's victims, but the well-known singer has now denied these reports. Finally, we have a statement. Let's remember that it was Combs who helped Bieber start his music career at the age of 15.
In a statement to TMZ, Justin Bieber's representatives clarified that while Justin is not among Sean Combs' victims, there are individuals who were genuinely harmed by him. They emphasized that diverting attention from this fact undermines the justice those victims deserve.
TMZ, citing its sources, further reports that Bieber and the rapper did not have a close relationship. The young musician, however, was said to be friends with Diddy's sons.
During the ongoing trial, which is taking place in a federal court in Manhattan, speculations arose about the relationship between Combs and Bieber. Many recalled recordings in which Combs and a young Bieber appear together.
In one of the videos from 2009, Combs says to the camera: He has 48 hours with Diddy. We're going to spend time together and we can't disclose what we'll be doing, but it's definitely a dream come true for a 15-year-old. They entrusted him to me. He's Usher's protégé, but for the next 48 hours he'll be with me and we'll have a great time.
The trial of the well-known rapper
Combs' lawyer claims that the charges concern his private sexual life, which was based on consent, not coercion.
The testimonies of his victims, however, are shocking. His ex-wife - Cassie - accused him of violence and forcing her to engage with other men.
During the trial, disturbing details about Combs' infamous parties were also revealed.
For many years, Diddy remained unpunished. He had a strong position in the industry. Besides music, Combs also built a business empire, investing in, among other things, a clothing brand.
