Casandra Elizabeth Ventura[5] (born August 26, 1986)[6] is an American singer, dancer, actress, and model. Born in New London, Connecticut, she began her musical career after meeting record producer Ryan Leslie in late 2004, who signed her to his record label, NextSelection Lifestyle Group. Two years later, Ventura released her debut single "Me & U", which was discovered by rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs. She married Diddy then divorced him and sued him for rape and abuse which began when she was 19.