Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Sentenced to Over 4 Years in Prison

Music industry titan Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs received a significant prison sentence on Friday, October 3, 2025, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the 55-year-old rapper and entrepreneur. US Southern District of New York Judge Arun Subramanian handed down a sentence of four years and two months, along with a $500,000 fine, following Combs’ conviction on federal charges.

The sentencing stems from Combs’ guilty verdict in July for violating the federal Mann Act by transporting individuals across state lines for sexual activities. According to court documents, the transportation involved both girlfriends and male sex workers, constituting a serious federal offense.

50 Cent’s Social Media Response

Never one to miss an opportunity, rapper 50 Cent, born Curtis James Jackson III, quickly took to social media platform X to mock his longtime rival. “Hey to whoever was booking Diddy for speaking engagement. I heard he won’t be able to make it, I’m available!” 50 Cent wrote, capitalizing on the news of Combs’ incarceration.

The two hip-hop artists have maintained a well-documented feud over the years, with 50 Cent frequently using social media to criticize Combs.

What’s Next for Diddy

With the sentencing now finalized, Combs faces over four years behind bars, effectively putting his entertainment career and business ventures on hold. The substantial fine adds financial consequences to his legal troubles. The case represents one of the most high-profile celebrity criminal proceedings in recent years, sending shockwaves through the music industry and entertainment world.