Diddy Enters Prison Rehab Program, May Reduce Sentence by a Year

UPDATE: Sean “Diddy” Combs has officially entered a drug rehabilitation program at Fort Dix, a federal prison in New Jersey, which could potentially reduce his prison sentence by up to one year. This development comes just weeks after Combs was sentenced for federal prostitution-related offenses.

Combs’ spokesperson, Juda Engelmayer, confirmed that the hip-hop mogul is “committed to sobriety, focused on healing, and trying to set an example for others.” Engelmayer stated that Combs is actively participating in the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) and has taken his rehabilitation seriously since the beginning.

Currently, the 55-year-old Combs is residing in a nine-person room within a unit that accommodates approximately 200 inmates. Engelmayer reported that he is working in the chapel library, emphasizing his dedication to personal growth and positive change.

In a developing story, a report from TMZ on Friday claimed that Combs was caught drinking homemade alcohol in prison, an allegation that Engelmayer has vehemently denied. On Monday, Combs also took to his official X account to refute these rumors, stating, “The rumors claiming Mr. Combs was caught with alcohol are completely false. His only focus is becoming the best version of himself and returning to his family.”

The news of Combs’ rehabilitation participation comes shortly after his revised prison release date was made public. Initially set for May 8, 2028, Combs is now slated to be released on June 4, 2028, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons database. This change follows his sentencing on October 3, where Judge Arun Subramanian sentenced him to just over four years in prison, along with a maximum fine of $500,000.

Judge Subramanian emphasized the need for accountability, stating, “a history of good works can’t wash away the record in this case, which shows that you abused the power and control over the lives of women who you professed to love.” He added that a substantial sentence was necessary to convey a message to both abusers and victims regarding the serious nature of exploitation and violence against women.

While prosecutors pushed for a minimum sentence of 11 years and three months, Combs’ legal team sought a much shorter term of no more than 14 months, arguing that he had already served nearly 13 months in a Brooklyn jail prior to this sentence.

During the sentencing, Combs expressed his remorse, stating, “One of the hardest things that I’ve had to handle is having to be quiet. Not being able to express how sorry I am for my actions.” He publicly apologized to Cassie Ventura, acknowledging the emotional and physical harm he caused her and describing his conduct as “disgusting, shameful and sick.”

Combs reflected on the personal losses resulting from his actions, stating, “Because of my decisions, I lost my freedom, I lost the opportunity to effectively raise my children and be there for my mother. I lost all my businesses, I lost my career, I totally destroyed my reputation.” He expressed feelings of self-loathing, saying, “I want to apologize to my seven children. Y’all deserve better.”

As Combs begins his rehabilitation journey, the legal implications continue to unfold. His legal team has filed a notice of appeal against the October 3 judgment in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, although details regarding the appeal have yet to be disclosed.

With his rehabilitation underway and a new release date on the horizon, Diddy’s next steps are crucial as he works toward recovery and accountability. Keep an eye on this story for ongoing updates.