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Maddy Mussen

Why is Kanye West supporting Diddy? The rappers' strange new bond explained

L.A. Reid, Kanye West and Sean "Diddy" Combs - (Getty Images)

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s day in court is finally on the horizon, with the rap mogul set to face trial on charges of sex trafficking, transportation to engage in prostitution, and racketeering.

It will begin on May 5, following a failed attempt to delay legal proceedings that was rejected by US District Judge Arun Subramanian last week. Subramanian claimed Diddy, 55, submitted his delay request too close to his court date, so the trial will continue as planned. Combs has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.

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