Ventura testified that she loved Sean Combs and believed he loved her, and that the two exchanged “loving” messages at times.

Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex, Cassie Ventura, a star witness at his trial, took the stand for a second day.

For two days, the jury heard Ventura’s account of her 11-year relationship with Combs, where she alleged she felt “trapped” in a life of physical and sexual abuse because he had “blackmail material.”

Cassie Ventura alleges she was raped and beaten by Combs during her second day on the stand.

ABC News’ Linsey Davis talks to criminal defense attorney Bernarda Villalona about how hard it will be for the defense to overcome testimony from star witness Cassie Ventura.

Cassie Ventura's settlement amount against ex-boyfriend Sean "Diddy" Combs was revealed in court on Wednesday.

Cassie Ventura returned to court in New York to testify against Sean Combs on Wednesday, May 14. Eva Pilgrim and a team of correspondents and contributors break down what happened on ABC News Live.

Wednesday is day three in the trial of Sean Combs after the jury was seated.

Cassie Ventura, the ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs, has taken the witness stand again following a dramatic day of testimony on Tuesday.

Cassie Ventura took the witness stand Tuesday to testify against her ex-boyfriend, Sean Combs, at his racketeering and sex trafficking trial.

Sean “Diddy” Combs' federal trial began with testimony from a security guard who allegedly witnessed the aftermath of a violent incident between Combs and Cassie Ventura. Diddy denies all charges.

Cassie Ventura, the ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs, is taking the stand as the star witness in the criminal case against the rap mogul.

In day two of Sean Combs' trial, star witness Cassie Ventura delivered graphic and emotional testimony.

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire and contributor Kelley Carter sit down with "Nightline" Co-Anchor Byron Pitts to analyze the first day of the Sean Combs trial, including explosive testimony.

Ventura, Combs’ ex-girlfriend, is expected to be the next witness called Tuesday to testify for the prosecution in the sex trafficking trial of the hip-hop mogul.

Cassie Ventura took the witness stand Tuesday to testify against her ex-boyfriend, Sean Combs, at his racketeering and sex trafficking trial.

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with attorney Bernarda Villalona to unpack the day’s proceedings in Sean Combs’ criminal trial and the emotional testimony from his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura.

Ventura told the court from the witness stand that her decade-long relationship with ex-boyfriend Combs was plagued by jealousy, violence and “humiliating” sex.

The sex trafficking and racketeering case against Sean Combs continued Tuesday with a key witness. Cassie Ventura testified about the so-called “freak offs” she says he forced her to participate in.

For six hours on Tuesday in a Manhattan courtroom, Cassie Ventura testified about how her decade-long relationship turned violent with then-boyfriend, Sean "Diddy" Combs.

The New Yorkers range in age from 30 to 74. Eight are men and four are women.

Jurors saw video of Combs chasing his then girlfriend Cassie Ventura at a hotel.

Opening arguments got underway Monday in the highly anticipated trial of hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs.

Facing the potential of life in prison on sex trafficking and racketeering charges, Sean Combs hired a high-profile team of defense lawyers for his criminal trial.

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire discusses the first witness taking the stand in Sean "Diddy" Combs trial.

ABC News’ Reena Roy and legal analyst Areva Martin discuss the opening statements from the prosecution and defense.

ABC News’ Reena Roy and senior litigation consultant Eric Rudich discuss the makeup of the jury, as well as possible strategies from the prosecution and defense.

The hip-hop mogul is accused of forcing women into drug-fueled sex marathons. Combs has pleaded not guilty to the charges and says the sex was consensual.

Combs pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking and racketeering charges and could face life in prison if convicted.

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire breaks down the latest and what’s to be expected this week in the high-profile trials for Sean “Diddy” Combs and Karen Read.

The judge postponed the last phase of the jury selection until Monday in the sex trafficking trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs.

ABC News Live has an in-depth look into the high-profile federal trial of music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs and the science behind jury selection for the case.

ABC News' Olivia Rubin reports on the latest in the hip-hop mogul's criminal trial.

The final stage of jury selection for the racketeering and sex trafficking trial of hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has been postponed until early next week

Attorneys will narrow the current pool of 45 potential jurors down to 12 jurors and six alternates.

ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports on the latest developments as Diddy and his legal team return to court for a continued round of jury selection.

ABC News’ Aaron Katersky spoke with defense attorney Brian Buckmire about potential witnesses, evidence of “freak offs” and how the "Cassie video" will factor into the trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs.

After a slow start in the second day of jury selection in Sean Combs' racketeering and sex trafficking trial, lawyers signaled the jury could be seated Wednesday.

ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports after 19 prospective jurors made it through the first day of jury selection in the music mogul's criminal sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial.

Jury selection began Monday in the sex trafficking trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs.

Jury selection begins in the trial of mogul and musician Sean "Diddy" Combs. We’re learning more about Combs' appearance and what he said inside the New York City courthouse Monday.

Combs told the judge, “I’m a little nervous today.” Most of the potential jurors said they know something about the case.

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with senior litigation consultant Dr. Eric Rudich on what makes for a fair jury selection for the racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs.

Nineteen prospective jurors made it through the first day of jury selection in Sean "Diddy" Combs' criminal sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial.

Combs faces what could amount to a life sentence if convicted. ABC News’ Reena Roy reports.

Jury selection in a New York City courthouse is set to begin on Monday in the racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking trial of Sean Combs.

Combs, 55, is scheduled to stand trial on charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and prostitution.

ABC News’ Reena Roy joins Live to discuss Combs’ trial which is scheduled to begin on Monday.

Sean "Diddy" Combs has pleaded not guilty, but, if convicted, he could face what would amount to the rest of his life in prison. ABC News' legal contributor Channa Lloyd breaks down the latest.

Combs' federal trial for sex trafficking and other charges begins Monday, May 5. If convicted on all charges, he could spend the rest of his life in prison.