Kid Cudi was subpoenaed during the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial. During testimony, he felt he had to "look out for" Cassie Ventura, who had been "living a nightmare."

Kid Cudi Breaks Silence On Diddy Trial Testimony: 'I Was Just There to Support' Cassie Ventura first appeared on Parade on Aug 13, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 13, 2025, where it first appeared.

The renowned rapper and actor – whose real name is Scott Mescudi – publicly recounted for the first time his experience in Manhattan federal court on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, telling host Alex Cooper he only testified against the Bad Boy Records founder because he was subpoenaed.