Diddy” Combs is currently facing his fifth week of trial. West, dressed in all white, was seen entering the building accompanied by a security guard and was greeted outside by Combs’ son, Christian.
According to Bianca Censori, who was notably dressed in contrasting all-black leather attire and wore a brown wig. While West attempted to enter the main courtroom, he was instead directed to a separate overflow room with a monitor to observe the proceedings.
During the 2022 BET Awards, where West presented Combs with the Lifetime Achievement Award, he expressed his deep respect for the Bad Boy Records founder, stating, “I go to him for advice to this day. He inspires so many of my choices, so many of my life choices.” This presentation took place two years before Combs’ indictment.
West shows amid serious allegations against Combs
The trial has garnered significant attention, featuring testimony from prominent figures including Casandra “Cassie” Ventura and rapper Kid Cudi, whose legal name is Scott Mescudi. West’s courthouse visit lasted approximately 10 minutes before he departed the premises.
West has been one of the few major celebrities to publicly voice for Combs, who faces serious charges including sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and transportation to engage in prostitution. In February, West took to social media to defend Combs, who has been held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn since his September arrest.
The “Gold Digger” rapper’s show of comes amid his own recent controversies, including the release of a song titled “Heil Hitler” and previous antisemitic statements, as well as an attempted sale of swastika-themed merchandise. His defense of Combs in February was accompanied by antisemitic rhetoric on social media, where he called for the music mogul’s release.
Combs has maintained his innocence, entering a not guilty plea to all charges. The trial continues to unfold in Lower Manhattan, with both public and media attention focused on the serious allegations against the music industry veteran. A source close to Combs revealed to PEOPLE that West’s courthouse appearance was specifically intended to show for the embattled music mogul during this legal battle.
Published: Jun 13, 2025 01:50 pm