Sean "Diddy" Combs is a prominent American rapper, record producer, entrepreneur, and former talent director known for founding Bad Boy Records in 1993, which helped launch major artists like The Notorious B.I.G., Mary J. Blige, and Usher. He achieved great success in music with several chart- topping albums and singles, and expanded into business ventures beyond music, including apparel and alcoholic beverages. However, in recent years, Combs has been involved in serious legal troubles. He faced multiple allegations and lawsuits related to sexual misconduct spanning decades, including accusations of sexual abuse, drug-facilitated assaults, and trafficking. In 2025, he was tried on charges including racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation for prostitution. While acquitted on racketeering and sex trafficking charges, he was convicted on two counts related to prostitution—specifically for flying paid escorts across state lines for drug-influenced sexual acts—and sentenced to 50 months (over 4 years) in prison, with credit for time served since his 2024 arrest. Combs has maintained his innocence and plans to appeal the conviction. Overall, Sean Diddy Combs is a highly influential figure in entertainment and business but recently has been convicted on prostitution- related criminal charges and is serving a prison sentence as of late 2025.