Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sentenced to over 4 years in prison for federal prostitution charges
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, the prominent rapper known for hits like ‘I’ll Be Missing You,’ has been sentenced to over four years in prison for federal prostitution charges. The 55-year-old artist, who faced a potential 135-month sentence recommended by the prosecution, received a more lenient 50-month penalty. Diddy will be eligible for release on May 8, 2028, and is required to serve five years of supervised release and pay a $500,000 fine.
Following his conviction, Diddy’s legal team pursued a request for Fort Dix Prison as the location for his incarceration. The Bureau of Prisons will ultimately decide where Combs will serve his sentence, though his attorneys argue that Fort Dix offers better rehabilitation opportunities and family visitation. The prison, located on a military Air Force base in southern New Jersey, is known for its Rehabilitation Through Employment (RTE) program, which aims to assist inmates in gaining skills and preparing for reintegration into society.
The case gained significant attention when a jury acquitted Diddy of more severe charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking. The prosecution had insisted on a