Dateline NBC Sean Combs: Kanye makes an appearance.
Jun 14, 2025
Chloe Malas, an NBC News correspondent covering Sean Combs' trial, offers a firsthand look at the proceedings. She discusses the testimony from Combs’ former assistant about the behind-the-scenes logistics of 'hotel nights.' The appearance of Kanye West at the courthouse adds intrigue, as he opts for an overflow room to observe the trial quietly. Malas also highlights the complexities of juror issues and discusses the implications of revealing text messages that connect Combs to the alleged activities. This trial is full of unexpected twists and celebrity dynamics!
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Assistant Details 'Hotel Nights' Setup
- Jonathan Perez, a former personal assistant to Sean Combs, described setting up and cleaning up 'hotel nights' or 'king nights'.
- He portrayed these events as part of his personal assistance duties with Combs' consent and participation.
Cleanup Motive Contested
- Cleaning hotel rooms was portrayed in court as a way to conceal escort activity from hotels and the public.
- However, Perez claimed the cleanup was to spare hotel staff from messy rooms, suggesting a non-concealment motive.
Text Messages Reveal Coordination
- Text messages between staff showed coordination and awareness of Combs' presence at 'hotel nights'.
- This suggested that Combs and his staff orchestrated these events with an organized effort, according to prosecutors.