Title: "Rosie O’Donnell Condemns Diddy Verdict in Profane Tirade, Accuses Jury of Failing to Believe Women"

"Angry" Rosie O’Donnell Slams Diddy Verdict, Blasts Jury for "Not Believing Women"
By Adam S. Levy for DailyMail.com | Updated: 23:11 BST, 2 July 2025

Rosie O’Donnell unleashed fury after Sean “Diddy” Combs was cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering charges in a high-profile New York City trial Wednesday. The 63-year-old comedian took to Instagram to criticize the jury’s decision, which convicted the hip-hop mogul only on federal prostitution violations.

[IMAGE: Rosie O’Donnell at 2023 LA event. Caption: Rosie O’Donnell voiced outrage over the verdict on Instagram.]

“I guess a jury just never wants to believe that a woman stays because of power and coercion,” O’Donnell wrote. “Wow—they just think women stay because what? Money? Fame? ‘They love the abuse’—what a f***ing joke.” She added, “This decision got me angry.”

Diddy, 55, faces up to 10 years in prison for transporting individuals for prostitution. He was acquitted of more severe charges that could have led to life imprisonment. The judge denied bail, citing flight risk concerns, leaving the music icon in custody until sentencing.

[IMAGE: Diddy in 2023. Caption: Diddy was convicted on prostitution charges but avoided trafficking convictions.]

The trial, spanning months, included testimonies from multiple women alleging exploitation. Prosecutors argued Diddy used his influence to manipulate victims, while his defense claimed relationships were consensual. The split verdict sparked immediate backlash, with O’Donnell’s post garnering support from followers like actress Rosanna Arquette, who commented, “Broken-hearted for the brave survivors.”

Fans echoed frustration online: “THIS IS WHY WOMEN DON’T SPEAK OUT. OUR ABUSERS NEVER GET PUNISHED,” wrote one user. Another added, “I knew this would happen, but I’m still crying! I feel so sick.”

Legal experts note the case highlights challenges in prosecuting power dynamics. “Jurors often struggle to grasp coercive control,” said attorney Emily Baker. “Without physical evidence, convictions rely heavily on victim credibility.”

Diddy’s team plans to appeal, calling the trial “a witch hunt.” Sentencing is set for October.

[IMAGE: Screenshot of Rosie’s Instagram post. Caption: O’Donnell criticized the jury’s perceived bias.]

O’Donnell, a longtime advocate for abuse survivors, has clashed publicly with figures like Donald Trump. Her fiery response underscores ongoing debates about justice for victims in celebrity cases. As discussions rage online, many demand legal reforms to better address systemic power imbalances.

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Key Points:

• Diddy convicted on prostitution charges; cleared of trafficking.
• Faces up to 10 years; denied bail.
• Rosie O’Donnell condemns verdict, citing jury bias.
• Case reignites debate on accountability and victim advocacy.

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