Sean 'Diddy' Combs looked miserable today in court after a brief emotional reunion with his mother and children, despite his lawyers securing a May 2025 trial date.

The rapper, 54, has spent three weeks behind bars after his initial two requests for bail were denied. 

As the court adjourned on Thursday, it became apparent he would not be returning home with his family, despite filing a new appeal seeking bail just two days earlier. That matter is still being considered by the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.

Diddy's mother and children gathered into the Manhattan court room on Thursday afternoon for a glimpse at the embattled star. Janice, 84, was heckled on her way in as critics shouted: 'Your son is a predator.' 

Combs was charged with a host of sex trafficking and racketeering offenses following his September 16 arrest.  Since then, upwards of 120 victims have already come forward.

Diddy maintains his innocence, and will face a jury in the spring.

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01:25

Diddy recap: Diddy set for May 5, 2025 trial as mogul remains in prison

A judge has offered Diddy a May 5, 2025 trial date at the request of his high-powered legal team.

His attorneys filed a motion on Wednesday requesting a trial for either April or May.

Prosecutors said they estimate their case will take about three weeks, while Combs' lawyers say they'll need about a week to make their case.

Combs will remain behind bars following his latest pretrial hearing on Thursday.

He is facing a life sentence if he is convicted of all charges: racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prosecution.

The minimum possible term if convicted of all three offenses is 15 years behind bars, meaning he would be 69 at the time of his release.

In a court filing on Wednesday night, Agnifilo asked Subramanian to impose a 'gag order' prohibiting prosecutors and federal agents from disclosing evidence to the media.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs', accompanied by attorneys Marc Agnifilo and Anthony Ricco, and with his mom seated in the back, attends a hearing in federal court in the Manhattan borough of New York City, U.S., October 10, 2024 in this courtroom sketch. REUTERS/Jane Rosenberg

21:42

The Trial of Diddy: Explosive podcast delves into Sean Comb's dark past and all the allegations he now faces

Daily Mail's explosive podcast, The Trial, is back with another series dedicated to the downfall of Diddy.

The podcast explores the historic allegations against rapper Sean Combs, and all of the new claims against him.

Listen for in-depth coverage of the story before and during the explosive May 2025 trial.

01:30

Inside Diddy's infamous White Party

Prior to his 'Freak Offs' - where a bulk of the allegations against Diddy are said to have occurred - the rapper was famed for his Hamptons 'White Parties.'

These parties were attended by Hollywood's elite.

Now, they're under more scrutiny than ever as commentators comb through Diddy's past for clues into his alleged offending.

01:00

Why 50 Cent has been sounding the alarm about Diddy for years

Rapper 50 Cent has made no secret of how much he dislikes Diddy over the years.

Now, in the midst of Diddy's monumental downfall as he's charged with a host of sex trafficking and racketeering offenses, 50 Cent has capitalized on their public feud by revealing he's working on a Netflix docuseries which promises to tell all.

Read all about their long standing feud

00:25

Elon Musk reveals rich Dems 'are terrified' of Diddy files being made public

23:45

Diddy could spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted

Combs is facing a life sentence if he is convicted of all charges: racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prosecution.

The minimum possible term if convicted of all three offenses is 15 years behind bars, meaning he would be 69 at the time of his release.

23:15

Diddy's children slammed conspiracy theories surrounding their mother Kim Porter's death

While the rapper's children were tight lipped outside of court on Thursday, four of them posted a joint statement on Instagram last month.

Christian, 26, twins Jessie, and D'Lila, both 17, and Porter's eldest son Quincy, 33, who Diddy adopted, defended their father and asked for speculation surrounding their mother's death to stop.

Porter - who was an American model - passed away of lobar pneumonia after several days of 'flu-like symptoms' at the age of 47 in November 2018.

22:41

Diddy's attorneys say 'food' the worst part of jail for rapper

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' attorneys said that the worst part of his life in prison on sex trafficking charges is the food.

The rapper, 54, has spent three weeks behind bars after his initial two requests for bail were denied and will remain there after he was scheduled for a May 2025 trail.

When asked what was the toughest adjustment for the music mogul, Marc Agnifilo told People it was the cuisine.

“I think the food’s probably the roughest part of it," he said.

The Metropolitan Detention Center typically serves hamburgers, baked fish or beef tacos for lunch during the week, with scrambled eggs and biscuits on the weekends.

For dinner, they offer chicken fajitas, pasta and roast beef, as well as healthy and vegeterian meals.

22:40

Diddy is accused of abusing 25 minors

Diddy's defense in the current criminal case against him will be that the sexual encounters were consensual, sparking questions about how he will pivot if minors are added to the complaint.

Texas lawyer Tony Buzbee is representing 25 people who he believes have legitimate claims against the rapper from when they were minors.

If any of these claimants are added to the criminal case, Diddy's defense could ask for significantly more time until trial.

22:10

Inside P Diddy's wild relationship history: From his 17-year age gap with ex Cassie to a fling with JLo

Diddy's high profile relationships have been back in the spotlight amid suggestions his long-term ex, Cassie Ventura, could become a star witness for the prosecution.

22:03

Diddy's lawyers file to impose 'gag order' on prosecutors and federal agents

In a court filing on Wednesday night, Agnifilo asked Subramanian to impose a 'gag order' prohibiting prosecutors and federal agents from disclosing evidence to the media.

Agnifilo cited what he called unlawful leaks that included a videotape showing Combs striking and dragging a woman in 2016.

At the hearing, Johnson called the defense request an attempt to 'exclude a damning piece of evidence.'

She said prosecutors would have no problem affirming their obligations not to disclose confidential evidence to the press, but said the defense should be bound by that as well.

Johnson also raised concerns about Agnifilo's statement in a September interview with entertainment news outlet TMZ calling the case a 'takedown of a successful Black man.'

She said the comment amounted to an accusation that the government was "engaging in a racist prosecution."

'Statements of this sort seriously risk a fair trial in this case,' Johnson said.

Subramanian asked Agnifilo to propose an order that would govern public statements by both sides.

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