Cam’ron Faces Backlash After Interview With Diddy Trial Witness “The Punisher” Sparks Controversy
Cam’ron is facing significant criticism following a recent episode of Talk With Flee, where he interviewed Sharay Hayes—better known as “The Punisher”—a male escort who testified in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ ongoing criminal trial. The conversation has gone viral for all the wrong reasons, as viewers and fans have called out Cam’ron for his choice of questions and what many are labeling as highly inappropriate commentary.
In the interview, Cam’ron asked Hayes to share graphic details about his alleged sexual encounters with singer Cassie Ventura, which Hayes claimed took place while Diddy reportedly watched. The questions focused specifically on what Hayes described as a disturbing environment, where he allegedly had to perform in front of Diddy, saying: “Like I got a dude pacing back and forth beating his joint. My senses were wildin’ especially when I found out it was Puff. When I found it was Puff it got all the way worse because if you grew up in Harlem… I can’t validate it…but everyone knows there’s rumors that he could be interested in dudes. So whole time I’m semi-paranoid.”
The clip, shared by Hollywood Unlocked on Instagram, quickly gained traction—and drew serious backlash. Many fans were disturbed not only by the content but also by Cam’ron’s tone throughout the interview. Words like “deplorable” and “corny” flooded the comment section, with many viewers expressing concern that the interview downplayed the seriousness of the allegations surrounding Diddy and Cassie.
Hayes’ involvement in the case has become one of the more shocking elements of the trial. During his testimony, he alleged that he was paid to engage in sex acts with Cassie while Diddy watched. Following his appearance in court, he later apologized publicly to Cassie in an interview with CNN, expressing regret for contributing to what he now sees as a harmful experience. “I had no idea, no indication of what she was going through,” he said. “My involvement kind of furthered her suffering. So, me knowing that as a man being raised by a single mom and a grandma… partaking in a scenario where a woman is possibly being abused is tough to hear. I would just apologize to her and tell her that I was really remorseful.”
Meanwhile, the criminal trial against Diddy continues to make headlines. On Day 15 of the proceedings, the court heard from Eddy Garcia, a security officer who was working at the InterContinental Hotel in March 2016—the location where Diddy allegedly assaulted Cassie. According to CNN, Garcia’s testimony added further weight to the growing body of evidence being presented.
The tension in the courtroom escalated even further when an unidentified woman in the audience screamed at Diddy mid-hearing, shouting, “It’s not a f***ing game… they’re coming after you!” She was promptly removed by court officers after the disruption, according to TMZ.
With emotions running high and the trial drawing increased public attention, the reaction to Cam’ron’s interview underscores the sensitivity of the ongoing case. Critics argue that media figures must be cautious when navigating interviews involving serious allegations—especially when those interviews risk minimizing the lived experiences of alleged victims.
