Kanye West stunned the ongoing trial for Shawn 'Diddy' Combs as he showed up to back the disgraced rap mogul, hugging his son in a show of support.

West caused chaos at the trial in Manhattan on Friday as he surprised crowds outside the courthouse with wife Bianca Censori in tow.

The artist, who now performs by the name Ye, wore an all-white denim outfit to the trial.

As he strolled up to the courthouse, West was met by Diddy's son Christian King Combs, and the pair embraced before entering together.

Kanye had not announced his arrival beforehand, with footage from crowds outside the courthouse showing their surprise as he made his entrance.