Diddy appears «strikingly thinner» and «more grey» after spending three months in jail while awaiting trial
Sean «Diddy» Combs has reportedly shed a significant amount of weight and appears «greyer» three months after being incarcerated on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering.
The 55-year-old rapper has been held at the notorious Metropolitan Detention Center in New York City while awaiting trial.
At a recent hearing for his case on Wednesday, Combs was seen looking noticeably thinner, according to a journalist who attended the proceedings.
Law and Crime reporter Elizabeth Millner told after the hearing that Diddy looked «astonishingly thinner» after several months in federal detention.
She noted his appearance was «a lot different» from his previous luxury lifestyle and suggested that being locked up was taking a toll on him.
Millner also pointed out that Diddy appeared greyer and looked very different from a video just days before his arrest, where he was seen playing hacky sack in Central Park.
While cameras were not allowed in the courtroom, a source close to Combs assured that he remains «fit, healthy, and fully focused on his defense,» adding that he’s been «active, in good spirits,» and «happy to see his children.» The source also mentioned he is «working out regularly.»
Combs has been denied bail three times while in federal custody.
After a months-long investigation, Diddy was charged with sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation to engage in prostitution—all of which he denies. His trial is scheduled for May 5, 2025.
He was initially placed on suicide watch during his first week in custody but was soon removed, with his lawyer stating he is «focused and very strong.»
At Wednesday’s hearing, Combs exchanged emotional gestures with his sons, Christian, 26, and Justin, 30, who were in court.
The hearing primarily focused on scheduling future dates and the prosecution providing key documents. Prosecutors have reportedly gathered extensive evidence against Combs.
As he left the courtroom, Combs wished the gathered crowd a «happy holidays» and thanked his lawyers, adding, «I just want to say goodbye.» His sons, appearing grim, gestured with their hands in prayer but ignored reporters’ questions as they departed.
