Kanye West, now known as Ye, made a surprise appearance at the Manhattan federal courthouse on Friday, June 13, to show support for Sean "Diddy" Combs, who is currently facing serious charges including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.

Ye's arrival at the courthouse caused a stir, with media and onlookers scrambling to catch a glimpse of the controversial artist. Dressed in an all-white denim outfit, Ye was seen shaking hands with people outside the courthouse before heading inside. He also greeted Diddy's son, Christian Combs, upon entering the building.

Despite his intentions, Ye was not allowed into the main courtroom where Diddy's trial is unfolding. Sources say that Ye was not on the official list of approved family members or friends permitted in the main courtroom. Instead, he was directed to an overflow room on the 23rd floor, where he watched the proceedings on a screen. Courthouse staff opened a second overflow room to accommodate him. He was accompanied by his bodyguard and another Combs supporter.

According to reports, Ye remained in the overflow room for approximately half an hour, during which he listened to testimony from Jonathan Perez, a former personal assistant for Combs. However, he soon left the courthouse, walking down the hallway to the Worth Street exit.

Ye's appearance at Diddy's trial comes as a surprise to many, given their complex and at times strained relationship. The two artists have a long history together, marked by both admiration and public disputes. Diddy has been a mentor to Ye, and Ye has stated that he regularly seeks Diddy's advice.

However, their relationship has also faced challenges. In the past, they have clashed over business matters and creative differences. Tensions flared when Diddy criticized Ye's "White Lives Matter" t-shirts. Despite these disagreements, Ye has been one of the few celebrities to publicly support Diddy amidst the current allegations against him.

Recently, Ye included a phone call he had with Diddy from federal prison in Brooklyn on a song he released in March. The track, titled "Lonely Roads Still Go To Sunshine," also featured Christian and Ye's daughter North West.

Diddy has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him, and his defense team argues that the government is misinterpreting private, consensual encounters. The trial is ongoing, and the prosecution is expected to rest their case next week.

Ye's brief but high-profile appearance at the trial has sparked a media frenzy, raising questions about the nature of their bond and the message Ye is trying to send. Whether this signifies a reconciliation or simply a show of loyalty remains to be seen as Diddy's legal battle continues.