Sean "Diddy" Combs used fame and violence to sexually abuse women, prosecutors have said in opening statements at the hip-hop mogul's trial, while the rapper's attorneys defended his "swinger" lifestyle. The 55-year-old has pleaded not guilty to charges including racketeering, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution.

R&B singer Cassandra "Cassie" Ventura alleged that Combs sexually humiliated and beat her during their 11-year relationship

Casandra “Cassie” Ventura is expected to take the stand in her ex Sean “Diddy” Combs Manhattan sex-trafficking trial on Tuesday, with testimony that’s poised to be a tell-all accounting of his alleged pattern of abuse. Here’s what to know.