Cassie confirms romance with Former Dolphins star Andre Branch — Did it trigger Diddy’s alleged violent spiral? | NFL News
In a bombshell development during Sean “Diddy” Combs’ ongoing federal trial, a former NFL player has been thrust into the spotlight. Andre Branch, a retired linebacker who played for the Miami Dolphins, was identified as the man whose alleged romantic link to Cassie Ventura may have triggered one of the many violent episodes at the heart of the high-profile case.
Diddy’s ex-stylist names Andre Branch as Cassie’s secret flame during turbulent relationship
The revelation came from former celebrity stylist Deonte Nash, who worked closely with Diddy for nearly a decade. Nash testified in court that Branch and Cassie had a relationship, describing the former athlete as “the cute football player.” While he avoided specifying how long the alleged romance lasted or when it occurred, Nash’s claim was enough to send shockwaves through both entertainment and sports circles.Andre Branch, who spent seven seasons in the NFL with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Miami Dolphins, has remained silent since his name surfaced in court. Known for his explosive playing style and charisma on the field, Branch has largely kept a low profile since his 2019 retirement. He has yet to comment publicly on the allegations or their potential fallout.
Cassie’s chilling testimony: “He was trying to get in it and read my phone”
Cassie’s own testimony further underscored the turbulent nature of her relationship with Combs. Recounting a 2016 incident, she told the court that Diddy forcefully took her phone during a car ride, suspecting that she was in contact with a professional football player. “He was trying to get in it and read my phone,” she stated. The confrontation escalated to the point that her mother had to call the police after she returned home without her phone.When questioned by defense attorney Anna Estevao about whether she had been cheating on Combs, Cassie pushed back, saying, “I don’t know that I would call it cheating. When you’re not with somebody, it’s not cheating… We weren’t married. He would get upset even when we weren’t together or going on breaks.”This latest twist adds another layer of complexity to a trial already laden with serious accusations, including sex trafficking and abuse. As witnesses like Nash continue to come forward, the court is painting an increasingly detailed picture of Diddy’s volatile past and the emotional trauma reportedly endured by those closest to him.Also Read: Will Levis says Titans situation ‘sucks’ as rookie Cam Ward threatens his QB1 spotWhether or not Andre Branch will become more directly involved in the trial remains to be seen—but the association alone is enough to stir public interest and raise new questions about how far-reaching the consequences of Combs’ alleged behavior might be.
