Diddy’s children reacted with joy and relief after his acquittal on major charges, though he remains in custody awaiting sentencing.
Diddy walked out of a Manhattan courtroom, cleared of the most serious charges against him, as several of his children celebrated the verdict with relief and plans for a Fourth of July celebration.
The 55-year-old Hip-Hop mogul was acquitted of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and racketeering conspiracy, charges that could have put him behind bars for life.
However, a federal jury still found him guilty of two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, leaving him facing up to 10 years in prison.
His sons, Christian Combs and Justin Combs, were among the family members present at the courthouse when the verdict was read.
“First thing I’m gonna do is hug my Pops!” Christian, 27, told the Daily Mail. He added that while they were “hopeful,” they also knew “you never know.”
Justin, 31, echoed the sentiment, saying they were “so happy” with the outcome.
The family described feeling “overjoyed” and hinted at a 4th of July celebration later this week, possibly with Diddy in attendance if circumstances allow.
Also in court were Diddy’s daughter Chance Combs, 18 and adopted son Quincy Brown, 33, who stood by as the jury delivered its mixed decision.
Despite the partial victory, Diddy remains in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn after a judge denied his $1 million bail proposal.
Diddy is also the father of 18-year-old twins D’Lila and Jessie, as well as a 2-year-old daughter named Love. His sentencing is set for October 3.
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