When was Max B released from prison?

Max B was released from prison on November 9, 2025 after serving approximately 16 years behind bars.

What was Max B's original sentence?

Max B was originally sentenced to 75 years in prison in 2009 for his role in a deadly robbery at a New Jersey hotel.

Who is French Montana, and how is he connected to Max B?

French Montana is a longtime friend and collaborator of Max B. Max B's homecoming coincided with French Montana's 41st birthday.

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Harlem Rapper Max B Released from Prison After 16-Year Sentence

9 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Max B, 47, released from prison on November 9, 2025 after serving 16 years
Originally sentenced to 75 years in 2009, sentence reduced to 20 years in 2016
Excited to return to music, looking forward to working with "A-list" artists

Harlem Rapper Max B Released from Prison After 16-Year Sentence

On November 9, 2025, Harlem rapper Max B, 47, was released from Northern State Prison in Newark, New Jersey after serving approximately 16 years in prison. Max B, whose real name is Charly Wingate, was originally sentenced to 75 years in 2009 for his role in a deadly robbery at a New Jersey hotel. However, in 2016, his sentence was reduced to 20 years after he pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter.

Upon his release, Max B was greeted by family and friends, including his longtime friend and collaborator French Montana, whose 41st birthday coincided with Max B's homecoming. In a joyful moment captured on Instagram, French Montana expressed his excitement, writing "CANT MAKE THIS UP! MY BROTHER REALLY CAME HOME ON MY B DAY!"