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Diddy Finds Sobriety in Prison, Awaits Sentencing After Prostitution Convictions
3 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Diddy has been in jail since last September
- He is now sober for the first time in 25 years
- Diddy says "the old me died in jail and a new version of me was reborn"

In a dramatic turn of events, rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who has been behind bars since last September, has revealed that he is now sober for the first time in 25 years. Combs, the founder of Bad Boy Records, was convicted on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution and is awaiting sentencing.
In a letter submitted to the judge presiding over his case on October 2nd, Combs acknowledged that his incarceration has been "the hardest and darkest time" in his life, but he has also found some positive outcomes. "For starters, I am now sober for the first time in 25 years," he wrote. "I have been trying my best to deal with my drug abuse and anger issues and take accountability as well as positive steps towards healing."
Combs, who is now 55 years old, added that "the old me died in jail and a new version of me was reborn." He expressed his choice to "live" and change, stating that "Prison will change you or kill you -- I choose to live."
The rapper's newfound sobriety and introspection come as he awaits his sentencing, which is set to take place one day after his letter was submitted. Combs' journey from addiction to accountability and self-renewal has been a dramatic one, and it remains to be seen how this transformation will shape his future.