Sean “Diddy” Combs’ projected prison release date has been disclosed—just weeks after the White House denied reports suggesting that former President Donald Trump was considering commuting the disgraced music mogul’s sentence.
Combs, who received a 50-month (just over four years) prison sentence on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, is now scheduled for release on May 8, 2028, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons. This timeline factors in time already served at a Brooklyn federal facility since his September 2024 arrest. Under the First Step Act, Combs could potentially shorten his sentence with good behavior credits.
The Bad Boy Records founder remains detained in Brooklyn while awaiting transfer to a permanent facility. His high-profile trial, which began in May 2024, involved charges of racketeering conspiracy and transportation for prostitution. Though he pleaded not guilty and denied all accusations, a federal judge ultimately sentenced him on October 3 to 50 months behind bars, a $500,000 fine, and five years of supervised release following his imprisonment.
The verdict was viewed by many as a partial win for Combs, as he was acquitted of more severe charges—sex trafficking and racketeering—that could have carried a life sentence. A full conviction on those counts could have meant up to 20 years in prison.
Combs has already filed an appeal challenging both his conviction and sentence. However, he’s also seeking clemency through a presidential pardon, reportedly submitted earlier this month. President Trump, who has previously pardoned several public figures including rappers Lil Wayne, Kodak Black, and NBA YoungBoy, as well as reality stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, confirmed that a request from Combs had been received.
Rumors quickly surfaced that Trump might be considering a commutation, but the White House firmly rejected those claims. “There is zero truth to the TMZ report,” a spokesperson told Entertainment Weekly. “The President—not anonymous sources—makes final decisions on pardons and commutations.”
Despite the denial, TMZ stood by its initial story, asserting that their information from a “high-ranking White House official” remained accurate.
