Cassie Ventura labeled a 'survivor' as she shares about recovery and 'being better today' after Diddy's apology video over 2016 assault

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Cassie Ventura has spoken out following Sean 'Diddy' Combs' release of an apology video in response to the emergence of CCTV footage from 2016 allegedly showing him assaulting her. 

To provide background, Diddy apologized for his "inexcusable" actions towards Cassie Ventura, as depicted in the recently surfaced footage. 

CNN released the footage on Friday, May 17, showing the music mogul purportedly mistreating his then-girlfriend in the lobby of the now-closed InterContinental Hotel.

Cassie Ventura shares about healing journey amid Diddy’s apology video

On Thursday, May 23, Cassie took to her Instagram page to share a statement expressing gratitude for the support she has received and discussing her ongoing healing journey following the ordeal. 

She began her message by saying, "Thank you for all of the love and support from my family, friends, strangers, and those I have yet to meet." 

Cassie emphasized the profound impact of her fans' love, stating, "The outpouring of love has created a place for my younger self to settle and feel safe now. But this is only the beginning." 

Reflecting on the unexpected turmoil caused by an unexpected individual, she addressed "Domestic violence is THE issue. It broke me down to someone I never thought I would become. With a lot of hard work, I am better today, but I will always be recovering from my past." 

She extended a hand of support to those still living in fear, urging them not to isolate themselves. 

"Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to take this matter seriously. My only ask is that EVERYONE open your heart to believing victims the first time, it takes a lot of heart to tell the truth out of a situation that you were powerless in."

Cassie concluded her message by saying, "This healing journey is never-ending, but this support means everything to me. Thank you. Love always, Cassie"

Cassie Ventura dubbed 'world changer' after she breaks silence amid Diddy's apology video

Following Cassie Venture's expression of her thoughts on an Instagram post in response to Diddy's apology video, numerous internet users have rushed to the comment section to share their own opinions. 

One user shared, "Thank you for your bravery and resilience and for being strong enough to still be with us today. We stand with you and love you! ♥️" Another user said, "We LOVE You and you were so brave to do this. You encouraged so many survivors to speak up. This was a cleanse." 

One more user added, "Cassie you are a warrior ❤️🙌🔥 thank you for being brave enough to be the first to go up against POWER. I hope this gives way to other survivors being brave enough to join you to bring down this MONSTER!!! Let's also bring justice to all those who died because of this monster too!!!" 

A user claimed, "Love u Cassie!!! You are a WORLD CHANGER!!! Making the world a better and safer place for all our kids and future generations! ❤️❤️❤️👑👑👑👑"

Another added, "You are a survivor, and your strength and resilience are truly inspiring."

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What did Diddy say in apology video?

In an Instagram video shared on Sunday, May 19, the 54-year-old Diddy expressed the challenges of confronting the darkest moments in one's life, stating, "It’s so difficult to reflect on the darkest times in your life, but sometimes you got to do that"

Although he refrained from directly mentioning Ventura, the 'Last Night' singer indirectly referenced the surveillance footage, acknowledging, "I was f****d up. I hit rock bottom — but I make no excuses. My behavior on that video is inexcusable."

"I take full responsibility for my actions in that video, I’m disgusted," added Diddy, whose properties were recently raided by Homeland Security as part of a sex trafficking investigation.

Diddy further stated, "I was disgusted then when I did it and I’m disgusted now. I went and I sought out professional help, started going to therapy and rehab, had to ask god for his mercy and grace."

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