Prosecutors in opening statements called Combs a cultural icon to the public – but alleged he 'committed crime after crime' ...

Follow live updates as Combs faces five criminal counts, including racketeering and sex trafficking. Four alleged victims will testify, with Judge Arun Subramanian presiding.

Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial for sex trafficking and racketeering charges begins Monday, more than a year after he settled a lawsuit filed by his ex, Cassie Ventura, who accused him of rape and abuse.