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Diddy made a sex worker urinate in Cassie's mouth during a "freak off" ... at least according to federal prosecutors, who came out swinging in court.

Opening statements are underway in Diddy's sex trafficking trial in New York City and the feds are laying out their case against the Bad Boy Records founder ... making some graphic allegations.

Assistant United States Attorney Emily Johnson is running point for the prosecution right now, and she told the jury Diddy forced Cassie to have sex with male escorts while he watched and recorded.

The federal criminal trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs got underway with opening statements Monday morning shortly after the final jury pool was seated ... and we've got details about the 12 members and 6 alternates.

The jury consists of 8 men and 4 women, and the alternates are 4 men and 2 women. All are identified only by number and will remain anonymous. The jurors are not sequestered -- they'll be allowed to go home every night, with strict instructions to avoid news coverage of the trial and the internet ... and not to discuss the case with anyone else.

During last week's jury selection, we got some insight into each individual from their questioning on the stand and the questionnaire each filled out.

That Mexican OT showed he's fearless enough to pull off his own stunts -- by going head-to-head with a charging bull and walking away with all his limbs!!!

The Texas rapper took center ring as the special guest at Ultimate Bullfighters' Midnight Bullfight on Saturday in Ft. Worth, and tested his reflexes against one massive animal.

The "Johnny Dang" rapper was all smiles -- even when the bull was trying to gut him from the inside out. Thank goodness for his protective vest!!!

Alabama Barker's in full glam mode -- serving looks and confidence in a steamy swimsuit IG drop that has all eyes on her.

Feast your eyes on these snaps  -- Travis Barker’s daughter striking all the right poses in a skintight Pucci swimsuit, blending artsy flair with straight-up sizzle.

The swimsuit features a barely-there thong bottom, and Alabama clearly knows it's the star of the show -- hitting fans with a series of bold backside shots to seal the deal.

The full jury pool for the federal criminal trial in NYC of Sean "Diddy" Combs has officially been selected ... there are 12 jurors and 6 alternates and opening statements are set for Monday morning.

That pool has been whittled down from more than 45 candidates ... and we have the final list, approved by Judge Arun Subramanian.

This morning as court proceedings began, the prosecution and defense teams began calling out their choices of individuals to strike. Diddy's defense attorney Marc Agnifilo noted prosecutors struck 7 Black people, noting a "pattern." AUSA Maurene Comey pointed out the prosecution's reasons, including individuals' issues with law enforcement, knowledge of the case, limited English -- even one accused of having an "agenda." The judge denied the defense's challenge, determining the exclusions were not based on racial discrimination.

Diddy’s fam pulled up to court in full force Monday -- locked in, loyal, and leaving no doubt they’re riding with him as his criminal trial gets underway.

The rapper’s kids -- Quincy, Justin, and twins Jessie and D’Lila -- rolled up hand-in-hand to the NYC courthouse, with his mother Janice and baby mama Dana Tran right behind them.

None of them said a word as they walked in -- dodging questions and brushing past flashing cameras. Diddy’s legal team wasn’t far behind ... check out what they had to say in the video.

Cher’s stepping up for the L.A. Zoo elephants, saying they’ve been through enough -- and while their reported Oklahoma move might offer more space, a zoo’s still a cage ... just with a bigger backyard.

The icon, who’s been fighting for Billy, Tina, and other animals for years, didn’t miss a beat when L.A. resident John Kelly sued to block their move to Tulsa Zoo -- she jumped in with a declaration backing their freedom, saying a sanctuary, not another zoo, is where they belong.

In her declaration to the L.A. County Superior Court, Cher said the elephants have done their time in confinement -- now they deserve a shot at peace and dignity.

Jennifer Lopez is in a celebratory mood ... because she just finished shooting her upcoming film, "Office Romance," and she's now hitting the beach for some R&R.

The actress/singer gave everybody a sneak peek at her day at the beach in a video she uploaded to Instagram Sunday. Wherever she is, the place looks like paradise and J Lo seems ecstatic to be there.

Check out the video ... J Lo, clad in a white bikini top and pink maxi skirt, pirouettes on the sand near the water as music plays in the background. She writes in the caption, “That FREE feeling… it’s a wrap #OfficeRomance.” The romantic comedy, which will be released on Netflix, stars J Lo and actor Brett Goldstein, who also co-wrote the movie.

Naomi Judd's song "Have Mercy" may have become her widower's anthem at least once ... 'cause he confirmed that she once fired a bullet at him.

The two-part Lifetime docuseries "The Judd Family: Truth Be Told" is rolling out this weekend ... and, in it, Naomi's widower -- Larry Strickland -- was asked about a story Judd put in her 1993 memoir "Love Can Build a Bridge."

In the memoir, Judd says she and Strickland -- who she married in 1989 -- were "wildly, madly, passionately in love" ... but, Strickland was never around because she claims in the book he was cheating on her.

The stars at the 2025 BAFTA TV Awards couldn't have been bigger despite shining on the smaller screen ... 'cause celebrity heavyweights sauntered down the red carpet at the Royal Festival Hall in London!

Nicola Coughlan led the A-listers at the event ... looking flowery in a bunched white top and fashionable black skirt. "Wednesday" star Billie Piper proved pretty in pink in a leggy gown -- and, "The Traitors" host Alan Cumming showed the right tailor won't ever stab you in the back.

Jessie J dressed for the ballroom or the boardroom in a baggy maroon suit -- looking ready to buy or sell like any of the biggest fish on Wall Street.

The Kardashian clan continues to grow and prosper ... and this Mother's Day we're celebrating the proliferation of Calabasas' favorite family.

The next generation began when Kim K and Kanye West got together and produced the first batch of offspring -- North West, Saint West, Chicago West and Psalm West.

Kim's sister Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick were next, with Mason Dash Disick, Penelope Scotland Disick, and Reign Aston Disick. Of course, Kourtney later found her true love, Travis Barker, and they welcomed Rocky Barker.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce ain't brothers ... but, they certainly brought the love to Philadelphia -- and, their fans can now breathe a sigh of relief.

The two stepped out in the city together on Sunday ... and, someone snapped a pic of them hanging out inside a restaurant.

Check out the photos ... Taylor's flashing a big grin while walking through the place while her man follows along behind her -- looking a bit more stoic.

Judge Arun Subramanian will be an integral part of the Diddy's trial -- which should kick off in earnest Monday with opening arguments ... but, before he became a judge, he was just a civil attorney who really cared about his clients.

We spoke with Mary and Joel Rich -- a couple Arun represented in a lawsuit against Fox News after the network ran a story claiming their son leaked thousands of Democratic party emails to Wikileaks in 2016.

After they settled their lawsuit with the network, Mary and Joel say they wanted to take their legal team out to dinner in New York City to thank them for all their hard work ... and, Arun immediately agreed to come -- with one caveat.

Sabrina Carpenter's hot shots are sure to wake anyone up like a cup of espresso ... and, we've got your Carpenter Caffeine fix with these birthday hot shots!

The singer-songwriter turned 26 on Sunday ... and, whether she's flaunting her bod in lingerie or snuggled up in a parka and earmuffs, she's always got her fans saying 'please please please' post more!

Check out this pic of SC -- sparking in a glittering red gown -- pretending to be passed out on this chair ... even her sleepwear is stylish.

Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish Cyrus might actually be reconciling ... 'cause Billy Ray just heaped praise on his ex-wife -- and admitted he's at fault for many of their marital issues.

The singer-songwriter took to Instagram to share a loving Mother's Day message ... starting with praise for his own mother, Ruthie -- from whom he says he inherited an ear for music.

BRC then asks fans for prayers because his family's so close to healing -- and, to prove it, he shouted out Tish ... who he's seemingly been at odds with since their shocking divorce.

Don't tell Nancy Grace that Diddy's jury should cut him a break for beating and kicking Cassie in the video jurors will watch next week ... she says what you see is EXACTLY the man he is.

Nancy appears on TMZ's new weekly series on Tubi, "TMZ Presents: United States V. Sean Combs: Inside the Diddy Trial," along with Harvey, Mark Geragos, Ashleigh Banfield and Eboni K. Williams.

Eboni suggests the defense will argue Diddy should not be judged by what he did on the worst day of his life. When Nancy heard that, she went ballistic, and everyone else joined in.