No, Usher Did Not Testify at Diddy’s Trial: Breaking Down the Viral Rumor
In a wave of viral internet gossip, a YouTube video posted by the channel WhatIsMyStarWorth on May 20, 2025, claimed that Usher testified in court against Sean “Diddy” Combs. The video stated that Usher broke down emotionally on the witness stand and spoke about a disturbing experience involving Diddy from when he was 14 years old.
The video quickly gained attention, racking up millions of views, but there’s one big problem — the claim is completely false. Usher has not testified in the Diddy trial, and no credible news outlet has reported anything close to what the video suggests.
Viral YouTube Video Based on Fabrication
The misleading video was titled “1 MINUTE AGO: Usher Breaks Down in Court, Reveals What Diddy Did to Him at 14…”. Its description promised courtroom reactions and major legal implications. But those watching closely noticed something suspicious right away.
The video opens with a disclaimer saying the content is fictional and for entertainment purposes only. It even admits that the visuals and audio may be digitally generated or heavily altered. That alone should raise red flags. Yet, viewers continued to believe what they were watching, mainly because the topic is so sensitive and the case so high-profile.
The video falsely claimed that the courtroom was shocked by Usher’s supposed emotional testimony and went on to mention a fabricated report by Inner City Press. But Inner City Press, which has been reliably covering the Diddy trial, has never reported on Usher taking the stand. The video’s own disclaimer and channel bio clearly admit that the content may be gossip-based or exaggerated.
This is not the first time WhatIsMyStarWorth has uploaded similar fake content. Other baseless videos from the same channel claim that Justin Bieber, Mo’Nique, Sheila E., Kanye West, and even Prince (posthumously) testified in the ongoing case. These stories have no foundation and appear to be designed for views rather than truth.
Usher’s Name Came Up, But He Has Not Testified
Although Usher hasn’t testified, his name did come up in real court proceedings. On May 19, 2025, singer Dawn Richard took the stand and claimed Usher was present when Diddy allegedly punched Cassie in the stomach at a restaurant in 2010.
“They were having a private conversation, and he punched her in the stomach. She immediately leaned over and left,” Richard testified.
She also said that Ne-Yo and Jimmy Iovine were in the room when it happened. Usher was mentioned in her previous lawsuit against Diddy in 2024, but this is the extent of his known involvement in the case so far.
Industry insiders have long speculated about Usher’s teenage years under Diddy’s mentorship. He lived with Diddy at the age of 14 during a program known as Puffy Flavor Camp. In past interviews, Usher has talked about how those years were challenging.
In a 2004 interview with Rolling Stone, Usher said he was exposed to wild and sexual scenes during that time. He described it as a period where he had to grow up fast. He also made jokes about it during speeches and interviews, though later said he didn’t engage in those behaviors and kept his distance.
A Trial Fueled by Sensational Claims and Internet Gossip
The ongoing trial against Sean Combs is serious. He faces federal charges including sex trafficking, racketeering, and transporting individuals for prostitution. Witnesses like Cassie, Dawn Richard, and others have already provided detailed testimony. The trial is expected to continue for several more weeks.
Despite the severity of the case, social media and YouTube channels have taken it as an opportunity to spread false and sensational stories. Videos like the one from WhatIsMyStarWorth only add confusion and distract from the real victims and testimonies.
Usher, while once closely tied to Diddy during his early career, has kept a low profile since Combs’ arrest in 2024. He deleted his tweets around that time, which sparked rumors, but he later said his account was hacked. He has not made any public comments about Diddy’s legal troubles.
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