Sean “Diddy” Combs Set for Release from Prison on May 8, 2028, After Prostitution-Related Conviction

Sean “Diddy” Combs, the famed music mogul and entrepreneur, is expected to be released from federal custody on May 8, 2028, after serving a 50-month sentence for two prostitution-related charges. According to online records from the Bureau of Prisons, Combs has been incarcerated at a New York federal prison since September of the previous year and is credited for the time served.

The 50-month sentence, which amounts to just over four years, was handed down earlier this month, with Combs’ legal team immediately filing an appeal to contest both his conviction and his sentence. The appeal will soon be reviewed by a panel of three judges from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

The Conviction and Combs’ Accountability

During his sentencing hearing, Combs addressed the court for about 12 minutes, taking full responsibility for his actions. “I take full accountability and responsibility,” he told the judge, acknowledging the gravity of his situation. He also expressed regret over his past behavior, particularly his domestic violence issues, describing them as a “heavy burden” that he will have to carry for the rest of his life.

“I make no excuse because I knew better,” he continued, explaining that he had been “sick on drugs” and “out of control” during the period of his criminal actions. His willingness to own up to his mistakes has been seen as a step toward redemption, though the legal proceedings surrounding his case are far from over.

Legal Efforts to Modify the Sentence

Combs’ legal team has been active in seeking a reduction in his sentence and a more favorable living environment during his imprisonment. In a letter to the judge overseeing the case, Arun Subramanian, his attorneys requested that Combs be transferred to a low-security federal facility in New Jersey, specifically FCI Fort Dix. This prison, located on the grounds of the McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst military base, is known for its comprehensive drug treatment programs, which Combs’ lawyers argue would provide the necessary support for him to stay clean and continue his rehabilitation.

The request for a transfer has been based on the hope that the treatment programs at FCI Fort Dix would offer a more suitable setting for Combs’ recovery, especially given the musician’s past struggles with substance abuse.

What’s Next for Sean Combs?

As Combs awaits the outcome of his appeal, his release in May 2028 will mark the end of a significant chapter in his life. The timeline for his release has already sparked speculation about his future and how he plans to rebuild his life after serving time in federal prison. Given his previous public work as a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and activist, many are wondering what the next steps in his career will look like once he is released.

In the meantime, his attorneys continue to fight for his freedom, challenging the validity of both the conviction and the harshness of the sentence.