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what happened to p diddy is he still in jail

Sean “Diddy” Combs is still in federal prison as of late June 2026, and his projected release date has been listed for 2028, though that date has shifted before. He was convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution and is serving a 50-month sentence at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey.

What happened

  • He was arrested and held while facing serious federal charges, then later convicted on the prostitution-related counts.
  • He was sentenced in October 2025 to 50 months in prison.
  • He was not convicted on the more severe racketeering and sex-trafficking charges mentioned in reports.

Is he still in jail?

Yes, he is still incarcerated, but at a federal prison rather than a local jail. Public reporting in March 2026 said his release date had been moved up to April 15, 2028, while other reports around that time still listed 2028 as the expected release window.

Current context

He has also been in the news for prison life details and an appeal process, which can affect how long he ultimately serves. In short: he is not free, and he remains in custody serving his sentence.

TL;DR: Diddy is still in prison right now, serving a federal sentence that currently points to a 2028 release date.