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The jury in the case of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs heard how the mother of his ex, Cassie Ventura, was scared for her daughter’s safety so took out a loan to try to pay off the rapper

Cassie Ventura’s mother revealed the extent she went to to protect her daughter after admitting she was “scared” of what Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs might have done.

As the case against the disgraced rapper, 55, continues, a court has heard the testimonies of more witnesses, including the mother of Combs’ ex. Taking to the stand in the Manhattan court house, Regina Ventura testified that in December 2011, her daughter emailed her and Combs’s assistant while she was flying home for Christmas.

The email allegedly told them how Combs had been threatening to release explicit videos of Ventura after he discovered she had been dating rapper Kid Cudi. In the email, Ventura is also said to have threatened he would “be having someone hurt” her and Cudi.

Ventura Sr also claimed Combs demanded $20,000 to reclaim what he said he spent on his ex. Ventura Sr said she took out a home equity loan with her husband to get the money for Combs.

She described doing it because she was “scared about my daughter’s safety”. It’s claimed she received instructions from Combs’s bookkeeper about how to wire the money and sent it to him. However, it’s said the money was returned to her several days later.

After returning home, Ventura Sr is also said to have learned of the alleged violence by the rapper towards her daughter and took photographic evidence.

The court also heard on Tuesday how the disgraced rapper once warned an employee “you can’t put hands on women” following an altercation. The claim came during the cross-examination of David James, the former assistant to Combs.

James spoke of a time he was in an altercation with one of Combs’ chefs and how the Bad Boy Records founder later confront him about the situation. Defense attorney Marc Agnifilo asked James about the incident while he was on the stand at the lower Manhattan court room.

Follow the Mirror’s live blog of the case here.

James acknowledged the moment, admitting he got into an altercation with one of Combs’ then-chefs, a woman, at Combs’ Star Island home in Florida. He testified that he had grown upset by the chef as she tired to tell him where the musician had to be.

James said he “grabbed her two wrists and squeezed her wrists and told her to stay in her … lane.” After the altercation was reported to human resources within Combs’ Bad Boy Entertainment company, the incident got back to the star. He then confronted James.

According to James, when he told Combs what had happened in the incident, the star told him: “You can’t be putting your hands on women.” James then said he was warned he would have to be fired if it happened again.

James then claimed Combs told him to write a note to the chef and to give her a gift. James testified that he followed Combs’ advice and was later forgiven by the woman.

The evidence came as James also testified that he saw the rapper take drugs and provided him with baby oil, lubricant and condoms for his hotel rooms. James told the court that Combs would stay with women, including ex girlfriend Cassie Ventura.

The court hearing entered its seventh day on Tuesday. The 55-year-old hip hop mogul faces a number of charges, including racketeering conspiracy, sex ­trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution.

The case comes after was arrested in September last year. Combs continues to strongly deny all allegations made against him. He has been in prison since his arrest and has seen a number of bail requests rejected since his incarceration.

James’ testimony comes after singer Dawn Richard, who was part of the MTV show Making The Band that was produced by Cobs, appeared in the witness box on Monday. Ventura’s former friend Kerry Morgan also took to the stand on Monday, while Ventura herself had provided evidence last week.

The case continues.

If you’ve been the victim of sexual assault, you can access help and resources via www.rapecrisis.org.uk or calling the national telephone helpline on 0808 802 9999

George Wendt – who was best known for his role as Norm Peterson in the iconic sitcom Cheers – has died at the age of 76, his family has confirmed

Actor George Wendt, famed for his role as Norm Peterson in Cheers, has sadly passed away at the age of 76. The sitcom legend, who was the uncle of Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis, died peacefully in his sleep at his home earlier today.

His family confirmed the sad news in a statement. A representative told the Hollywood Reporter: ‘George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him. He will be missed forever. The family has requested privacy during this time.’

The announcement of George’s death falls on a particularly poignant date, with the final episode of Cheers airing on television 32 years ago today. George appeared in all 275 episodes of the long-running sitcom and earned six Primetime Emmy Award nominations for his portrayal of beer-loving Norm.

The late dad-of-three also played the popular character in the short-lived spin-off The Tortellis, in an episode of Wings, and in an episode of the successful Cheers spin-off, Frasier.

Paying tribute on Twitter (X), one fan of the late star wrote: “George Wendt, beloved for his role as Norm on Cheers, has died at 77. With a beer in hand and a heart of gold, he made millions feel like regulars. A true legend of TV comfort and comedy.”

Hailing from Chicago and brought up on the South Side, George first made waves in the 1970s with Second City, the renowned improv comedy group from his neck of the woods.

He later became a familiar face on Saturday Night Live as Bob Swerski, one of the “superfans” who would congregate at Coach Mike Ditka’s eatery in the Windy City to cheer on “Da Bears.”

The late actor’s filmography includes roles in Dreamscape (1984), House (1985), Fletch (1985), Gung Ho (1986), Plain Clothes (1987), Never Say Die (1988), Guilty by Suspicion (1991), Forever Young (1992) and Spice World (1997).

Additionally, he portrayed the cantankerous dad of a son (played by Macaulay Culkin) with a penchant for blaring music in Michael Jackson’s iconic 1991 “Black or White” music video, directed by Jon Landis.

One of his final appearances on the small screen came about in 2023, when the late dad-of-three appeared on competed in season nine of The Masked Singer US.

George sung as “Moose”, where he was mostly sitting during the performance, and was eliminated on “’80s Night” alongside Christine Quinn of Selling Sunset fame as “Scorpio. He also made a surprise appearance on stage when he reunited with the Cheers cast at the Emmy Awards in 2024.

George sparked health concerns earlier this year as he was pictured during a rare outing after keeping a low profile for several months. The actor was spotted on Wednesday, Jan. 29, stepping out of a car with his wife, Bernadette Birkett. He was dressed in a red and green flannel shirt, black shorts and white New Balance trainers.

As George exited the vehicle, he used a cane for support and also held onto part of the car. He was also photographed sitting in a wheelchair, donning a face mask, while Bernadette pushed him around. She was dressed in all black with a plaid scarf.

The couple shared a tender moment as they were seen holding hands. The specifics of George’s health issues remained private, but it was known that the late actor had a health scare in 2012. He was hospitalised with chest pains and was due to perform in a local production in Chicago when it was later reported that he had undergone coronary bypass surgery after doctors discovered a constricted artery.

George is survived by his wife Bernadette Birkett and their three children: Hilary, Joe, and Daniel.

After years of embracing the natural look, Baywatch icon Pamela Anderson has completely changed.

Baywatch legend Pamela Anderson has shown off a whole new look. The 57-year-old went viral after going make-up free during Paris Fashion week 2023 and continued to attend red carpet events fresh faced ever since.

The Hollywood icon appeared to have returned to her signature 90s look in a photo that was posted over the weekend.

The actress posed with a full face of makeup in the photo, which Los Angeles-based makeup artist David Velasquez shared.

The star could be seen wearing dramatic fake eyelashes, beige lipstick, and dark eyeshadow as she glares into the distance. Pamela also resported the iconic skinny brows, which she did in the 1990s.

Fans expressed excitement in the comments, though it’s unknown when the photo was taken. Velasquez previously performed the actors’ makeup for 2022 Paper Magazine.

“She’s back!!!”! One enthralled fan exclaimed, and another wrote, “She looks even better than she did in the 1990s”!

According to Pamela, the look had been “freeing, fun, and a little rebellious,” even though she didn’t apply makeup to Elle until 2023. Since I did notice that all of these people were doing elaborate makeup, and it’s exactly like me to go against the grain and perform exactly the opposite.

After Alexis Vogel, Pamela’s makeup artist, passed away in breast cancer in 2019, the actress said it was “better for me not to wear makeup.”

The best was her, I thought. Since then, the actress has come to the realization that it’s just better for me not to wear makeup.

Earlier this month, the star attended New York’s prestigious Met Gala, and once again absolutely slayed the natural look. Wearing a breath-taking blue, crystal gown, Pamela’s outfit wasn’t the only thing that turned heads.

The star was sporting micro-bangs and a chic bob haircut that’s become a favourite style of celebrities in the last year. Speaking about the stunning look, Pamela said: “I believe the world needs more of a feminine warrior presence, and this was my small contribution.”

The mother of two continued, “For the Met, I wanted something strong, brave, and committed—aligned with the night’s theme of tailoring from head to toe,” in a Who What Wear interview.

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Exclusive: Sam Thompson has collaborated with one of Britain’s most adored celebrities to complete his most difficult work yet for UNICEF.

Olympic legend Sir Mo Farah has been putting Sam Thompson through his paces ahead of his 260-mile Soccer Aid challenge.

Gold medal-winning runner Mo, 42, has been giving the Made in Chelsea star fitness and mental health coaching ready for the endurance feat.

From June 2, Sam will deliver the Soccer Aid for UNICEF match ball from last year’s stadium, Stamford Bridge in London, to the home of this year’s match, Old Trafford in Manchester.

We had to sit side by side for about an hour, Sam, 32, said. And he responded, “Look, man, just tell me your worries.” And speaking with such a legend was really nice. Some of the things he was saying will never be forgotten.

Mo gave me the advice to “put one foot in front of the other, and always believe in why you’re doing it,” and I’m just so afraid of not completing it.

READ MORE: Sam Thompson says how new Soccer Aid challenge has given him ‘nightmares’

At Twickenham, South West London’s Sir Mo Farah Athletics Track, Sam met the renowned Olympian.

Hussein, the 12-year-old son of Aisha and Amani, the big sister of their big sister Rhianna, the 12-year-old, and their father, Mo, said to Sam: “If I’ve been away from my kids for weeks, months, I’m not going to let them down. I’ll give it my best effort.

He claimed that despite falling over at Rio 2016 in 2016, promising to give one of his daughters a medal would help him win 10,000m gold.

He said, “I went down, and I thought the race was over, and I can’t do it.”

I then reflected on the promises I made to my daughter. That was the catalyst for my success. You always have more than you think in the moments when you doubt yourself.

Sam was also informed that Mojo’s body would “be a mess.” You’ll be tired, he declared, “I’m going to be honest with you.” You’re running a marathon every day, and it’s not easy.

Alwen Welsh, the wife of Robert Harris, passed away last year at the age of 92, one year after her scandalous husband, and her staggering estate has now been revealed.

The amount Rolf Harris’ wife in her will has been revealed – and it’s massive. The disgraced TV star died aged 93 in May 2023 from neck cancer and left behind a huge £16million fortune. Now, it’s been revealed how much his wife Alwen Hughes left in her own will.

Her death came in August last year, aged 92, one year after her husband. Hughes had stood by her man despite him being found guilty on 12 counts of indecent assault against four girls and young women.

The Welsh sculptor and jeweler passed away with a staggering $4 million following. According to documents, her estate, at the time of her death, was worth £3, 975 and 950 before being reduced to a net worth of £3, 840 and $532 after taxes.

Her will, which was reportedly written in July 2018, was said to be very complex. The former Animal Hospital presenter passed away a few years later. She had also mentioned her husband.

However, it was discovered that Ava Reeves, the couple’s daughter, was the main beneficiary after Harris’ death. The official document also included the names of additional relatives.

In 1958, Harris and Welsh wed. Despite his convictions, she remained by him and watched every day of Harris’ initial trial, along with their daughter Bindi, who later changed her name to Ava in an effort to end ties to Harris’ tarnished legacy.

Last month, Harris’ mansion was put up for sale, two years after his death. The riverside property in Berkshire was quietly listed with an asking price of £4million.

A source told the Mirror at the time that Ava had been attempting to sell the property, reporting that Ava had been seen attempting to leave about a month ago.

She wants to sell it, but she isn’t in a rush and doesn’t need it all that much, so she is holding out for a good price. “Potential buyers have already started the viewings.

One year prior to Welsh, who had been suffering from Alzheimer’s, died of neck cancer at the home in May 2023, at the age of 93.

The former presenter was found guilty of a dozen indecent assaults against four young girls and was sentenced to five years and nine months in jail in July 2014.

Between 1968 and 1986, he committed his crimes. One of Harris’ friends, who was 13 or 19 at the time, was accused of sexually assaulting one of her daughter in one instance.

During his final hours while surrounded by loved ones, Harris is said to have made an emotional request to his daughter through a feeding tube. His parting words were reported to be: “I always believed we would go on longer together but, if I go first, promise you’ll take good care of your mum.”