Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs granted early prison release following completion of drug rehabilitation program

Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to be released from federal prison approximately six weeks earlier than originally scheduled after successfully participating in a Bureau of Prisons drug rehabilitation program, officials confirmed this week.

The 56-year-old hip-hop entrepreneur and media executive, currently serving a 50-month sentence at the Federal Correctional Institution in Fort Dix, New Jersey, will now be released on April 25, 2028 — down from his previous June 4, 2028 release date.

Combs was convicted in July 2025 on federal charges related to transportation to engage in prostitution. He was acquitted of more serious counts including racketeering and sex trafficking following a high-profile trial that drew international attention.

In November 2025, Combs was admitted into the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), a comprehensive treatment initiative offered by the Federal Bureau of Prisons to inmates with substance abuse histories. The program requires participants to complete a rigorous curriculum involving cognitive behavioral therapy, lifestyle modification training, and relapse prevention strategies.

“RDAP is one of the most intensive treatment programs available in the federal prison system,” said criminal justice reform advocate Marcus Williams. “Inmates who complete it demonstrate significant commitment to rehabilitation, which the Bureau of Prisons recognizes through sentence reductions.”

Prison officials confirmed that Combs has remained fully engaged with program requirements, maintaining good standing throughout his participation. The successful completion of RDAP, combined with good conduct credits, contributed to the recalculation of his release date.

This adjustment follows previous modifications to Combs’ sentence, which had at times been extended due to institutional rule violations including unauthorized phone communications and possession of prohibited items.

Combs’ legal team continues to pursue an appeal seeking either reversal of the conviction or additional sentence reduction, arguing that the prostitution-related charges did not warrant the lengthy incarceration. Federal prosecutors have opposed these appeals, maintaining that the original sentence was appropriate given the circumstances of the case.

Upon release, Combs will enter a period of supervised release subject to conditions established by federal guidelines. These typically include regular check-ins with probation officers, employment requirements, and restrictions on travel and associations.

The RDAP program has been a fixture of federal corrections since 1990, offering eligible inmates the opportunity to address substance use disorders while potentially reducing their time incarcerated. Program completion does not guarantee early release, but successful participants may receive up to 12 months off their sentences depending on individual circumstances and institutional policies.

Combs’ adjusted release date brings him closer to returning to public life following a legal ordeal that has significantly impacted his business empire and public standing. The multiple Grammy Award winner and founder of Bad Boy Records faces an uncertain landscape as he prepares for eventual reintegration into both personal and professional spheres.

Representatives for Combs have not issued statements regarding the updated release schedule, citing ongoing legal proceedings and privacy consideration.