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Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bond after being convicted of prostitution-related offenses Wednesday. He was acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put one of hip-hop’s most celebrated figures behind bars for life.
The mixed result capped a sordid legal odyssey that shattered Combs’ affable “Puff Daddy” image and derailed his career as a Grammy-winning artist and music executive, fashion entrepreneur, brand ambassador and reality TV star.
What to know:
- Bail hearing: Combs remains in custody as he awaits sentencing. His attorneys wanted him released on a $1 million bond, but Judge Arun Subramanian ruled against that request, saying the applicable law didn’t allow for Combs’ release at this point.
- Sentencing: The judge has not yet set a sentencing date for Combs. The maximum possible sentence for each of Combs’ two guilty counts is 10 years in prison.
- Combs’ reaction: After hearing the verdict, Combs held his hands up in a prayer motion, looking at the jury and hugging defense lawyer Teny Geragos. Combs later continued to pump his right fist subtly, seemingly satisfied that he was acquitted on the most serious charges.
