Diddy On Trial Kanye West surprise visit and judge considers dismissing juror
Jun 13, 2025
Isabella Gomez-Sarmiento, a music reporter for NPR, joins the discussion as Kanye West surprises everyone with a courthouse visit to support Diddy. They dive into the courtroom dynamics, highlighting the tension surrounding a juror's potential dismissal due to inconsistent statements. Jonathan Perez, Diddy’s former assistant, shares intriguing insights about his experiences and interactions with Diddy’s ex-girlfriend, Jane. The conversation also explores the importance of juror diversity in this high-profile trial and how it could influence the verdict.
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Kanye West's Supportive Visit
- Kanye West made a surprise visit to the courthouse to watch Diddy's trial in an overflow room.
- He showed strong public support for Diddy, calling the charges a conspiracy against powerful Black men.
Assistant's Testimony on 'King Nights'
- Jonathan Perez, Diddy's former personal assistant, testified about his role helping plan Diddy's "king nights" involving escorts.
- He described carrying drugs, cash, and assisting with lingerie, reporting Jane appeared willing and never upset.
Video Discovery and Internal Probe
- Jonathan described discovering a video of Jane and Diddy on a work iPad and promptly reporting it internally.
- Months later, staff investigated how outsiders learned about the video, with secret recordings played in court.