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.

Disgraced music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs has pleaded not guilty to charges against him. Diddy's trial for sex and human trafficking, assault, and racketeering conspiracy will take place in New York, with no cameras allowed inside the courtroom.