Hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to spend approximately three years in federal prison, with a projected release date of May 8, 2028, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Earlier this month, Diddy was sentenced to 50 months in prison after being convicted on two counts of interstate prostitution. The sentence includes credit for time already served while awaiting trial since his September 2024 arrest.
The 55-year-old music executive was acquitted of more serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking but has continued to maintain his innocence.
Prosecutors initially pushed for an 11-year sentence, but this marks Combs’ first criminal conviction. In addition to his prison term, he was ordered to pay a $500,000 fine and will serve five years of supervised release after completing his sentence.
Diddy’ attorneys have confirmed plans to appeal the ruling, calling the verdict “deeply disappointing.”
During the eight-week trial, prosecutors alleged that Combs used his power in the entertainment industry to coerce women into sexual acts involving paid sex workers. Among the witnesses was Casandra “Cassie” Ventura, Combs’ former girlfriend, who testified extensively about his alleged abuse.
The prosecution also accused Diddy of running a criminal enterprise to conceal his actions, though the jury rejected those claims.
He was ultimately found guilty of violating the Mann Act, which prohibits crossing state lines for prostitution.
Evidence presented in court included bank records showing that Combs financed travel for sex workers to participate in so-called “freak-offs” — drug-fueled sexual encounters held in various cities.
While Combs’ legal team acknowledged that he had been physically abusive in relationships, they argued that the case was one of domestic violence, not sex trafficking.
