New York, NY — Music and business mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to remain behind bars until May 8, 2028, according to new records from the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The projected date reflects credit for time served and potential reductions for good behavior.
The 55-year-old Bad Boy Records founder was sentenced on October 3, 2025, to 50 months in federal prison after being convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. The charges stemmed from allegations that Combs transported individuals across state lines for drug-fueled sexual encounters.
While the sentencing marked a major moment in Combs’s high-profile legal battle, prosecutors had originally sought a much longer term tied to broader racketeering and sex trafficking charges — which the jury ultimately did not convict him on.
Details of the Sentence
In addition to the prison term, Combs was ordered to serve five years of supervised release following his incarceration and pay a $500,000 fine. He has been in custody since September 2024, when he was arrested at his Los Angeles home following a multi-state investigation by federal authorities.
Combs’s legal team has appealed both the conviction and sentence, claiming that key testimony and digital evidence were improperly admitted during trial. His attorneys are also seeking placement in a low-security facility, such as FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey, where participation in rehabilitation and education programs could further shorten his sentence.
Under current federal guidelines, inmates who maintain good behavior can earn up to 54 days of good-conduct time per year, which factored into the 2028 release estimate.
Courtroom Statements and Reaction
During sentencing, Combs addressed the court directly, expressing remorse for his actions and acknowledging the impact of his behavior.
“My failures and my choices have caused real pain,” he said. “I take full responsibility, and I’m committed to becoming a better man.”
Judge Arun Subramanian, who presided over the case, emphasized that the sentence was intended to serve as both punishment and deterrence.
“This case is about accountability,” Subramanian stated. “No amount of fame, power, or money excuses the exploitation of others.”
The ruling drew strong reactions from across the entertainment industry. While many of Combs’s former collaborators remained silent, others described the sentence as a “wake-up call” for the music world’s culture of excess and secrecy.
What’s Next
Combs’s appeal process could take months, but it will not affect his projected release date unless the conviction is overturned. Once released, he will remain under supervision, with restrictions on travel, substance use, and association with convicted felons.
Despite his legal troubles, Combs’s business ventures — including Bad Boy Entertainment, Sean John, and his CÎROC partnership — continue to operate under management teams. However, his future in the entertainment industry remains uncertain.
If no further adjustments are made, Sean “Diddy” Combs will walk free on May 8, 2028, marking the end of one of the most dramatic downfalls in hip-hop history.
