Sean "Diddy" Combs, who elevated hip-hop in American culture while building a music and clothing empire that made him a billionaire, faces a sex trafficking trial starting with opening statements on Monday that could cement the rapper's shattered reputation - or offer him a shot at redemption.

The criminal case against Sean “Diddy” Combs was sparked after a startling 2023 civil lawsuit from his former girlfriend in which she alleged years of abuse and violence.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ex and the soon-to-be mother of three will testify using her real name in court soon. Combs' trial began on Monday, May 5, with jury selection. He is charged with sex trafficking,