The federal courtroom fell into stunned silence this morning after the presiding judge stopped proceedings mid-testimony and directly warned Sean “Diddy” Combs that he would be removed if he continued what the court described as “inappropriate interaction” with members of the jury.
The incident occurred during the third day of Diddy’s high-profile civil trial, where he faces a sweeping list of allegations ranging from sexual misconduct to witness intimidation. According to reports from Law360 and multiple courtroom observers, Judge Denise Larkin abruptly halted the testimony of a key witness after noticing Diddy “smiling, mouthing words, and gesturing” in the direction of at least two jurors seated in the front row.
Judge Larkin to Diddy this morning: “If you engage the jury one more time, I will have you removed from this courtroom.” #DiddyTrial— Inner City Press (@innercitypress) June 4, 2025
The courtroom moment was described as “tense” and “unprecedented” by a New York Times legal correspondent inside the room. Diddy’s legal team immediately stood to object, claiming their client was simply reacting emotionally and not attempting to influence the jury in any way.
But Judge Larkin wasn’t having it.
“I don’t care if he’s nodding, grinning, or crossing his fingers,” she said. “This is a courtroom. Jurors are not to be engaged, period.”
This is wild. A sitting judge just threatened to have Diddy removed. Said his courtroom behavior is a distraction to the jury. #DiddyCourt— Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) June 4, 2025
The moment comes amid intensifying legal pressure on the hip-hop mogul, who is accused by multiple plaintiffs of orchestrating a network of abuse, including trafficking, harassment, and physical assault. Though Diddy has denied all allegations, the federal government has escalated its pursuit with testimony from former bodyguards, employees, and accusers painting a disturbing picture of life within his inner circle.
This week’s testimony featured a chilling account from a former security guard who described a secret room in Diddy’s home “monitored by remote cameras” — an accusation echoed by previous whistleblowers and investigative reporters from Rolling Stone and The Cut.
Diddy’s trial is looking more like a cult exposé than a celebrity scandal. Secret rooms. Cameras. Controlled exits. This is chilling. #Diddy— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) June 4, 2025
Outside the courtroom, protesters and supporters clashed as more details emerged. Activist groups have called for Diddy to be held fully accountable, while die-hard fans insist the trial is a targeted smear campaign.
Court security was increased today after new threats were reportedly made against one of the accusers set to testify later this week. “These threats are being taken seriously,” said U.S. Marshal Rina Daniels in a statement to ABC News. “Additional measures are in place to protect all parties.”
Federal security has doubled at the Diddy trial. Multiple threats logged. Pressure is building. #DiddyTrial— VICE News (@VICENews) June 4, 2025
Despite the chaos, the case is moving forward. Diddy’s team has filed a motion for mistrial, claiming the judge’s public admonishment could unfairly bias the jury. Legal experts say the motion is unlikely to succeed.
“This is standard courtroom protocol,” legal analyst Caroline Hall told NBC News. “The judge gave a warning — not a sanction. If anything, it shows how seriously she’s taking impartiality.”
More shocking testimony is expected in the coming days, including from at least two former associates who previously signed NDAs but have since been released under federal subpoena.
Two former Diddy confidants breaking NDAs to testify under oath. This case is only just heating up. #Diddy— Pop Base (@PopBase) June 4, 2025
For now, all eyes are on the courtroom — and whether Diddy will be able to keep his composure, or face the embarrassment of being physically removed from a federal trial that could define his legacy forever.
