Sean 'Diddy' Combs Drops Nine Word Statement On First Day Of Trial

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs Drops Nine Word Statement On First Day Of Trial

Prior to his brief remark, Combs has leaned on the voice of his defense team to convey his thoughts during the pre-trial process.

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