Cassie Mentions Chris Brown During Cross-Examination in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Federal Trial

Singer Cassie Ventura resumed her testimony on May 16, 2025, in the high-profile federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, who faces multiple charges including sex trafficking and racketeering. During cross-examination, Cassie made a brief but notable reference to Chris Brown while addressing accusations tied to Combs’ alleged jealousy and possessiveness according to The Guardian.

“I wasn’t dancing with Chris Brown,”
Cassie stated in response to a line of questioning from Diddy’s defense team.

Though no further details were explored regarding the mention, the statement appeared to be part of a broader effort to probe Combs’ alleged controlling behavior throughout their relationship.

Combs’ Estevao: Wasn’t there a time he found out you were dancing with another person in the entertainment industry, and took your phone, right?
Ventura: I don’t remember.
Estevao: It was Chris Brown
Ventura: I was not dancing with him

— Inner City Press (@innercitypress) May 16, 2025

Cassie once starred in Chris Brown music video feating Jack Harlow entitled “Psychic” as seen below.

Trial Focus: Alleged Abuse, Coercion, and Manipulation

Cassie’s testimony has been central to the trial, detailing a long-term pattern of physical abuse, emotional manipulation, and forced participation in drug-laced sex parties.

“He isolated me… and controlled everything I did,”
Cassie reportedly testified earlier this week, according to courtroom sources.

Despite defense claims that past communications showed affection and consent, Cassie maintains that she acted out of fear and trauma.

Defense Strategy: Attack on Credibility

Combs’ legal team has tried to undermine Cassie’s credibility, presenting messages and behavior from the past they claim are inconsistent with her accusations. However, she argues that these interactions were part of the manipulation cycle.

Meanwhile, Chris Brown, who was briefly mentioned during testimony, is not accused of any wrongdoing and was only referred to in the context of Diddy’s suspected jealousy.

Diddy Maintains Innocence

Sean Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges. His defense insists the relationship was consensual and legally non-criminal, portraying Cassie’s lawsuit and testimony as part of a broader campaign to destroy Combs’ reputation.

What’s Next?

Cassie concluded her testimony on May 16, but the trial is far from over. With more witnesses expected to take the stand in the coming days, the courtroom drama is likely to intensify.