Fetty Wap to Celebrate Christmas 2026 with Family After Early Prison Release

As of November 15, 2025, the news is that rapper Fetty Wap, whose real name is Willie Maxwell II, will be released from prison sooner than anticipated. Originally expected to be released on March 13, 2027, Maxwell's release date has been moved up by over 4 months, and he is now set to regain his freedom on December 8, 2026.

This means that the "Trap Queen" artist will be able to celebrate the upcoming Christmas holiday with his family and loved ones. Maxwell, who is currently 34 years old, was sentenced to 6 years in prison in May 2023 after pleading guilty to charges related to a drug trafficking scheme. He was accused of transporting and distributing over 100 kilograms of deadly drugs, including heroin and fentanyl, on Long Island, New York.

While the exact reason behind the adjusted release date remains unclear, this development will undoubtedly come as welcome news for Maxwell and his supporters. The rapper, who has 6 children, faced a difficult setback in 2021 when his 4-year-old daughter tragically passed away. Now, he will have the opportunity to ring in the new year as a free man, having served a reduced sentence for his involvement in the drug trafficking operation.