Aubrey O'Day reacts to Diddy's 4-year sentence: 'Those who misuse power face fewer consequences'

Aubrey O’Day expressed her support for Cassie Ventura, saying her 'heart goes out' to her and praising her 'extraordinary bravery' in coming forward
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After Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sentencing, Aubrey O'Day broke her silence and reacted to his prison sentence (Getty Images)
After Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sentencing, Aubrey O'Day broke her silence and reacted to his prison sentence (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Aubrey O'Day shares her feelings after Sean 'Diddy' Combs was sentenced to four years behind bars, as per Radar Online. She also conveyed her thoughts to Combs' ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. 

As for Combs, he will have to serve 50 months in jail.



 

Aubrey O'Day shares her thoughts about Sean 'Diddy' Combs' court hearing

During Judge Arun Subramanian's 20-minute speech, Sean 'Diddy' Combs stayed still and expressionless.

He was not lifting his gaze as the court heard how he had used his fame and power to 'subjugate' his victims.

Now, the singer, who was part of  Combs' group Danity Kane, reacted to the court hearing. She didn’t hold back from voicing her thoughts and said, "The judge acknowledged his behavior as subjugation, and that’s what it was."

Speaking about Cassie Ventura, she said, "My heart goes out to Cassie in this moment. I hope she can internalize the Court's recognition of the extraordinary bravery it took for her to come forward, knowing that her voice was heard."

Defining the term subjugating, O'Day reshared a post and wrote, "Subjugation.. the act of bringing someone or something under complete control, domination, or conquest—usually by force, oppression, or coercion. Interesting word choice. All trafficking involves subjugation."

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 17: Aubrey O'Day attends the SPiN - Society Performers Academy In
Aubrey O'Day attends the SPiN - Society Performers Academy In Nationals at Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza on January 17, 2023 in Los Angeles, California (Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Society Performer's Academy)

O'Day also said, "Let this serve as a cautionary reminder to young and aspiring individuals pursuing their dreams."

She continued, "The true warning is not that a jury may doubt your testimony, nor that a court's sentencing guidelines may fail to reflect the years of suffering you endured."

She spoke about power and people who stay in high positions, often stepping on others’ dreams or boundaries. She advised that one should walk away and not look back.



 

"The real warning is this: the moment someone in a position of power oversteps your boundaries or demands more than is legitimately required of you, walk away and do not look back."

"No dream, however bright, can outweigh the pain and exploitation that may follow if you remain. Too often, those who misuse their power, even when exposed, face far fewer consequences than the harm inflicted upon their victims. Protect yourself at the first sign of coercion or impropriety," she continued.

O'Day ended with, "If something feels wrong, trust that instinct and remove yourself from the situation. Your well-being is worth more than any opportunity."


 
 
 
 
 
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What did Aubrey O'Day previously say about Sean 'Diddy' Combs' behavior?

Aubrey O’Day previously accused Combs of grooming her during an appearance on the 'Crysis Queen' podcast.

Reflecting on her early days on 'Making the Band', she said in 2024, "I look at the beginning of Making the Band and little Aubrey auditioning, and I'm like, 'I don't know how I became the sexy face one."

She also revealed that grooming was a significant part of Diddy's case.

"He was on camera assaying how much he hates it, but he’s off camera telling me all the ways I needed to be groomed properly, like down to my toenails."

Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced following conviction for drug-fueled encounter

Combs, 55, was convicted in July of flying people across state lines for drug-fueled encounters.

P Diddy is seen arriving at Global radio on November 8, 2023 in London, United Kingdom. (Cover image source: Photo by MEGA/GC Images | Getty Images)
Sean 'Diddy' Combs is seen arriving at Global radio on November 8, 2023 in London, United Kingdom (MEGA/GC Images)

Jurors acquitted him of various charges, which could have carried a life sentence.

He has now been sentenced to 50 months in prison, which is four years and two months. This means he could remain behind bars until January 2031.

Before the judge issued the ruling, Diddy spoke in court and called his past behavior “disgusting, shameful and sick.”

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