Two jurors from Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial have shared their perspectives in 50 Cent’s new Netflix series about the fallen music mogul.
Jurors Speak Out
In the premiere episode of Sean Combs: The Reckoning on December 2, Juror 160 explained their decision-making process. “It’s crucial to share the jurors’ viewpoint on how we reached our verdict,” she said, noting media portrayals were misleading.
Juror 160 acknowledged public disappointment with the mixed verdict. In July, Diddy, 56, was convicted on two counts related to prostitution but cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.
“When we agreed he was guilty on just two counts, I thought, ‘Oh, s***,’” she recalled.
Trial Details
Juror 75 expressed confidence in the verdict, stating, “We saw both sides and reached our conclusions.” The jury deliberated for two days before delivering the verdict on July 2. The trial commenced in May after Diddy’s September 2024 arrest. He pleaded not guilty to all charges.
In October, Judge Arun Subramanian sentenced him to 50 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, and imposed a $500,000 fine.
Jurors’ Perspectives
Juror 75 discussed Diddy’s relationship with ex-girlfriend Cassie, questioning her motives for staying. Despite expert testimony on abusive relationships, he remained skeptical.
“It was a complicated relationship,” he said. “They seemed deeply in love, yet she kept returning to him.” Juror 75 also mentioned the impact of affectionate text exchanges between Cassie and Diddy.
“Seeing them reconnect so soon after incidents was confusing,” he noted. “If you dislike something, you leave it.”
Juror 160 acknowledged Diddy’s violent tendencies, referencing a 2016 hotel video showing him assaulting Cassie, released by CNN in May 2024.
The hotel video has influenced public perception of the case.
“His actions were unacceptable, but domestic violence wasn’t among the charges,” she said. Juror 160 also addressed rumors of Diddy trying to influence the jury with gestures during the trial.
“He would nod occasionally, but it wasn’t meant to sway us,” she explained. “It seemed more like a personal reaction.”
Juror 160 shared similar expressions during questionable testimonies, particularly from Capricorn Clark, who claimed Diddy kidnapped her, which he denied.
“Her credibility was questionable due to inconsistencies,” Juror 160 stated.
Public Reaction and Diddy’s Response
Diddy criticized the Netflix series, calling it a “shameful hit piece” in a statement to Us Weekly on December 1.
Following the verdict, celebrities shared their reactions on social media.
“Netflix’s documentary is misleading and uses unauthorized footage,” Diddy’s statement read. He criticized Netflix for collaborating with 50 Cent, whom he described as having a personal vendetta.
Director Alexandria Stapleton claimed the footage was obtained legally, asserting, “We acquired the footage legally with necessary rights.”
Sean Combs: The Reckoning is currently available on Netflix.
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