Rihanna’s role in the case. Before the trial started, whether Rihanna would appear was one of the biggest unanswered questions. Even the judge asked Tacopina if she’d show: “She’s welcome ...

But Trump has no power over these proceedings, and could not pardon Rocky if he's convicted. Those anticipating the trial have long been asking whether Rihanna may attend.

At the end of Tuesday’s proceedings, Rocky’s lawyers sought a hearing on the demographics of the jury pool, saying that the area that potential jurors were pulled from is 9% African-American ...

He could soar to new heights of celebrity in 2025, or be brought back to earth quickly by a trial starting Tuesday that could led to his imprisonment for years.

The 36-year-old has pleaded not guilty, and his attorney says he committed no crime. “We’re ready to go. It’s been a long time,” defense lawyer Joe Tacopina said after a hearing Wednesday.

It’s been a long time,” defense lawyer Joe Tacopina said after a hearing Wednesday. “It’s been something that’s waiting over Rocky’s head and Rihanna and their family’s heads for a ...