The first photo of Sean “Diddy” Combs in prison has emerged, showing the music mogul with a gray beard and bundled up in the yard at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey. This image marks his first public appearance since being incarcerated for a 50-month sentence on prostitution-related charges.
The exclusive photo, obtained by TMZ, captures Diddy during recreation time on October 31, 2025, as he walked around the prison yard. Dressed in an orange beanie and a navy blue puffy jacket, he appeared almost unrecognizable with a prominent gray beard. The weather was in the 50s, and he was appropriately dressed for the cold conditions. This visual provides the first clear look at the former Bad Boy Records founder since his arrest in September 2024.
In the grainy image, Diddy’s transformation is stark, with his beard showing significant graying that contrasts with his previous public image. He is seen wearing standard prison attire, including the beanie and jacket, which are part of the inmate uniform at FCI Fort Dix. The photo was taken during his allocated yard time, a routine part of prison life. His demeanor appears calm as he moves through the outdoor area.
Diddy was sentenced to 50 months in prison after being convicted on charges related to transportation for prostitution, though he was acquitted on more severe racketeering and sex trafficking counts. He began serving his sentence at MDC Brooklyn before being transferred to FCI Fort Dix on October 31, 2025. His release date is set for May 8, 2028, but he could serve less time with good behavior or through appeals.
His legal team requested the transfer to Fort Dix due to its specialized drug treatment program, which could allow him to reduce his sentence upon completion. Additionally, the prison’s location in New Jersey places him closer to his family, facilitating visits. Fort Dix is a low-security federal correctional institution that has housed other high-profile inmates, such as Joe Giudice from “The Real Housewives of New Jersey.”
At Fort Dix, Diddy has already been assigned a prison job on laundry duty, a common task for inmates. The facility houses over 4,000 male offenders and includes a commissary where inmates can purchase items like rice cakes, tuna, and Pop-Tarts. Life there is a stark contrast to his luxurious lifestyle, but his financial resources may ease some aspects, as noted by former inmate Joe Giudice.
During his trial, cameras were not permitted in the courtroom, so the public relied on sketch artists for glimpses of Diddy. This prison photo is the first detailed image since his arrest, ending a period of limited visibility. His incarceration follows a high-profile legal battle that attracted widespread media attention.
Diddy plans to pursue an appeal, which could affect his sentence length. If he completes the drug treatment program at Fort Dix, he may earn early release. The emergence of this photo highlights the ongoing public interest in his case and the realities of his new life behind bars.