Diddy Faces Sentencing After Prostitution Conviction Amid Leniency Appeals

Sean “Diddy” Combs faces sentencing on October 3 for two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, following his acquittal on more serious sex trafficking and racketeering charges. His family, including his six adult children, mother Janice Combs, and ex-girlfriend rapper Yung Miami, along with friends and colleagues, have submitted numerous letters pleading for leniency and his release, highlighting the emotional toll and the shattered legacy he faces. Combs’ legal team argues for a sentence of no more than 14 months, noting his difficult conditions in Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center, where he has been under suicide watch but has also engaged in educational programs for inmates. Supporters emphasize his contributions to black excellence, including his success with Sean John and his fragrance line, as well as his influence in music, fashion, and business. Despite prosecutors recommending a longer sentence, defense attorneys maintain Combs has suffered enough and should be allowed to return to his family. The judge’s decision will weigh these appeals against the federal sentencing guidelines, which suggest a potential sentence ranging from two to over four years.