Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Prison Release Date Moved Up Again, Set to Be Released in Early 2028

Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to be released from prison earlier than expected.

According to recent Bureau of Prisons records obtained by People on Thursday, September 3, the former rapper’s release date has been moved up to February 5, 2028, 15 days earlier than his previously planned February 20, 2028 release date.

Combs, 56, is serving his time at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey following his 2025 conviction, in which he was found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was sentenced to 50 months in federal prison.

While the “I’ll Be Missing You” musician was on trial for several other offenses, including sex trafficking and racketeering, he was acquitted of the charges following the eight-week trial in a Manhattan federal courtroom.

Combs was also accused of forcing women, including his ex, Cassie Ventura, to participate in “freak-offs.” His legal team has since appealed his convictions.

And though the Bad Boys Records founder will be headed home sooner than expected, he still faces numerous civil lawsuits accusing him of sexual assault, rape, drugging and physical violence. Combs continues to deny any wrongdoing.

The updated February 5 release date is not the first time Combs’ release has been moved up, with last month’s update moving his release from April to February, despite the rapper’s reported involvement in a prison brawl that landed him in solitary confinement. Before that, Combs was set to be released in June of 2028.

Combs is also said to be undergoing drug rehabilitation behind bars, Page Six reported back in March, which has helped him shorten his time in prison.

“Mr. Combs is an active participant in the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) and has taken his rehabilitation process seriously from the start,” Combs’ rep told the outlet. “He is fully engaged in his work, focused on growth, and committed to positive change.

With an earlier release date to look forward to, Combs is said to be planning a “redemption tour.”

As the National Enquirer previously reported, Combs is eyeing a “massive comeback” that could include fellow R&B musician Usher.

“People are already floating it behind the scenes. A redemption tour, big emotions, big money — the industry loves this kind of drama,” a source told Straight Shuter back in April.

While the concept is still just talk, the source noted that despite the controversial trial, tickets will sell, and fast.

“It would be huge — and hugely divisive,” the source said. “Redemption to some. Outrage to others.”