Virginia “Gina” Huynh identified herself by name for the first time and asked the judge to grant Combs bond to “allow him to continue caring for his family and fulfilling his responsibilities”

Sean “Diddy” Combs finds himself at a critical juncture as the court prepares for his sentencing on October 3, 2025, following his federal conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution under the Mann Act.

Amidst mounting legal pressures, a surprising development emerged when Virginia “Gina” Huynh, identified in court documents only as “Victim-3,” stepped forward for the first time by name, writing a letter to a New York judge requesting that Combs be granted bail pending his sentencing.

The letter, submitted on August 3, 2025, by Combs’ defense team to Judge Arun Subramanian, paints a complex picture of the embattled music mogul.

Huynh implored the court to allow Combs, 55, to be released on bond “to allow him to continue caring for his family and fulfilling his responsibilities while still subject to the Court’s supervision.”

She emphasized her belief that Combs is not a danger to the public and portrayed him as a devoted “family man” who “has not been violent in many years.”

In her own words, Huynh wrote, “I believe it is important for the Court to have a full picture of who he is beyond the allegations.”

She acknowledged that their relationship, “like many, was not always perfect,” but stressed that Combs had “acknowledged his mistakes and made better decisions in the future.”

Over time, she said, he showed “visible efforts to become a better person” and by the time they parted ways, he “embodied an energy of love, patience and gentleness that was markedly different from his past behavior.”

The letter came at a crucial moment in Combs’ legal battle. He had been convicted of two counts related to the transportation of individuals for commercial sex acts, a charge carrying a potential sentence of up to 20 years.

Despite being acquitted of more serious charges including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy earlier in July, the Mann Act convictions mandated his detention pending sentencing unless “exceptional” reasons justified release.

Combs’ defense had argued that he should be freed on a \$50 million bond, highlighting his long-standing ties to family and community, as well as his compliance during the investigation.

However, Judge Subramanian previously denied bail, citing Combs’ history of domestic violence and potential risk to the public.

The trial itself was a high-profile and intensely scrutinized event held at the Manhattan federal court, beginning in May 2025 and lasting eight weeks.

Prosecutors alleged that Combs orchestrated a criminal enterprise involving force, threats, and coercion to compel women, including former girlfriends Casandra “Cassie” Ventura and a woman identified only as “Jane,” to engage in commercial sex acts.

Evidence presented included a 2016 hotel surveillance video showing Combs assaulting Ventura, a key piece that reportedly influenced the jury’s decision.

While Huynh was referenced multiple times in the indictment, she did not testify during the trial. Prosecutors had noted that she and her attorney had gone out of contact prior to the proceedings, raising questions about her role.

Now, with her letter, Huynh adds a new dimension to the case, advocating for leniency based on her personal experience with Combs.

The letter also stressed that Combs has been “cooperative, respectful and compliant” throughout the investigation and that his release would support “the healing process for all involved.”

Huynh noted his responsibilities toward his children, both emotionally and financially, arguing that being at home would benefit the family unit during this difficult period.

Combs’ legal troubles extend beyond these charges. Over the years, he has faced multiple allegations, including a 2024 lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault at his New York recording studio in 2003.

These accusations and their subsequent fallout have added layers of complexity and controversy to his career, once celebrated for his musical and business achievements.

Despite the allegations and conviction, Combs has maintained his innocence on the most serious charges and continues to have a loyal fan base and support within the industry.

His attorneys are expected to continue their efforts to secure bail, citing this as his first criminal case and emphasizing his ties to the community and family as mitigating factors.

As the sentencing date approaches, the court and public await Judge Subramanian’s decision regarding bail and, ultimately, Combs’ fate.

The letter from Huynh, a figure long shrouded in anonymity, introduces an unexpected voice into the conversation, challenging perceptions and complicating an already fraught narrative.

The case remains a pivotal moment in the ongoing discussion about power, accountability, and redemption in the entertainment world.

Whether Combs will be granted the chance to await his sentencing outside of custody is a question that holds significant weight for his family, supporters, and detractors alike.