1 MINUTE AGO: Zendaya’s Courtroom Confession – “He Tried to Own Me”

Welcome back to our live blog of the Sean “Diddy” Combs civil trial. Just moments ago, Emmy-winner Zendaya took the stand—and her testimony sent shockwaves through the courtroom. Here’s your minute-by-minute breakdown:

1:20 PM – Zendaya Sworn In

Wearing a tailored cream blazer, Zendaya placed her hand on the Bible and vowed to tell the truth. The courtroom fell silent as she took her seat.

1:25 PM – Opening Question

Plaintiff’s Counsel: “Ms. Coleman, can you describe your relationship with Sean Combs?”
Zendaya (Ms. Coleman): “We worked together on a music video in 2015. What started as a professional relationship quickly felt…unequal.”

1:30 PM – The Confession

Zendaya’s voice trembled as she revealed:

“He tried to own me—controlling my schedule, my image, even who I could speak to. I wasn’t just an artist; I was a product to him.”
She paused, gathering composure, then added:
“I lost confidence. It took years to reclaim my voice.”

1:40 PM – Defense Cross-Examination

Defense Counsel: “Are you certain these demands came from Mr. Combs personally?”
Zendaya: “Yes. I received emails and calls. He insisted any creative choices pass through him first.”
Under pressure, she maintained eye contact and stuck to her account.

1:50 PM – Jury & Gallery Reaction

Jurors exchanged worried glances and scribbled notes.
The plaintiff nodded in solidarity.
Diddy’s legal team conferred quietly, heads down, then looked up with grave expressions.

Social Media Eruption

#ZendayaSpeaks trended globally in under three minutes.
Fans praised her bravery: “A powerhouse on and off screen.”
Critics debated the line between creative guidance and control.

Expert Insight

Entertainment attorney Marcus Liu comments:

“Zendaya’s firsthand account of being ‘owned’ by a powerful producer taps into broader industry conversations about agency and consent. Jurors will likely find her testimony compelling.”

What’s Next?

Rebuttal Witnesses

: Diddy’s team may call assistants to counter her timeline.

Further Testimony

: The plaintiff is set to return for redirect examination.

Public Opinion

: Polls show a 10% shift in public sentiment since Zendaya spoke.

Stay tuned for continuous live updates as this trial unfolds—and share your reactions below!