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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Entertainment
Rohit David

P Diddy's Sentencing: His Unexpected Reaction and Why His Lawyers Appeared 'Happy'

Diddy Drops to Knees in Court Sketch (Credit: P Diddy Instagram Account Photo)

On 3 October 2025, Sean 'Diddy' Combs faced sentencing in a Manhattan federal court, receiving 50 months in prison for two counts of transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution under the Mann Act, following his acquittal on graver sex trafficking and racketeering charges.

The hip-hop mogul, once a music empire builder, delivered a tearful apology to victims including ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, marking a stark fall from grace amid allegations of abuse and exploitation.

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