Combs, who gave a thumbs up to supporters ahead of opening arguments, pleaded not guilty to a five-count indictment that could land him in prison for at least 15 years if he is convicted on all charges.

Sean "Diddy" Combs is charged with sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution. He has pleaded not guilty

Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs went on trial on sex trafficking charges on Monday, with prosecutors saying the Bad Boy Records founder lured women into romantic relationships, forced them to take part in days of drug-fueled sex parties and then blackmailed them with videos he recorded of the encounters.