Exotic Dancer Reveals Moment He Uncovered Diddy's True Identity at Trial

In a gripping trial for alleged sex trafficking, dancer Sharay Hayes shared how he discovered Sean "Diddy" Combs’ identity and the unsettling circumstances of his encounters with the mogul and his ex-girlfriend.

In a riveting court session in New York City, Sharay Hayes, known on stage as "The Punisher", recounted the moment he discovered the identity of his client, Sean "Diddy" Combs. During his testimony at a trial probing Combs' alleged involvement in sex trafficking, Hayes revealed he only learned of Combs’ presence when a hotel suite television displayed the message, "Welcome Sean Combs."

Hayes explained he was engaged to create provocative "erotic scenes" alongside Combs' then-girlfriend, Casandra "Cassie" Ventura, while Combs remained hidden in the corner of the room. Initially unaware of the man’s identity, Hayes’ realization struck him when he noticed the welcome screen addressing Combs directly. Diddy, age 55, has pleaded not guilty to a range of serious charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking.

During his testimony, Hayes recollected their first meeting in a Trump Tower hotel suite, where he was instructed to ignore Combs, who reportedly concealed his face with a veil. Hayes was greeted by Ventura in a bathrobe, and the suite was notably adorned with sheets and small bowls of baby oil strewn across the floor.

In a dramatic turn, the court heard testimony from Regina Ventura, Cassie’s mother, who presented evidence, including an alarming email from Cassie to her mother. In the correspondence dated December 23, 2011, she expressed fears about Combs issuing threats against her, including a warning about potential harm and the release of explicit tapes.

The emotional testimony intensified as Regina shared photographs of Cassie displaying bruises she claimed were inflicted by Combs. Furthermore, she revealed that Combs demanded $20,000 under duress for unclear reasons, prompting her to take out a loan to secure her daughter's safety. The money, however, reportedly returned to her account after a few days with no explanation.

Amidst testimonies, the defense rigorously challenged a former assistant of Combs, highlighting discrepancies in his earlier statements to authorities. The trial is anticipated to unfold over several weeks, with Combs facing the possibility of a life sentence if convicted of the charges against him.