Hip-Hop Mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs Faces Sentencing in Prostitution Case

Hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs is set to be sentenced for charges related to prostitution, with prosecutors advocating for a lengthy prison term while his defense argues for leniency. Combs' conviction follows accusations of arranging paid male escorts for drug-fueled encounters, though he was cleared of more serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking.

Combs, who maintains his innocence and plans to appeal, has been in custody since his conviction. The trial highlighted his influential role in hip-hop and the entertainment industry's evolving reckoning with sexual misconduct allegations. As sentencing approaches, Combs has expressed remorse and claims sobriety for the first time in decades.

Defense attorneys point to Combs' contributions while incarcerated, including teaching a self-development course, as evidence of his efforts to change. However, the judge must consider the physical abuse Combs inflicted on his partners when determining the sentence, as prosecutors argue for significant penalties in line with federal guidelines.

(With inputs from agencies.)