E247mag reports: American rap icon and business mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has launched a fresh legal battle as he appeals his prostitution conviction in the United States, insisting he is not guilty and demanding the court throw out the verdict.
The music executive, who was once one of the most powerful figures in hip hop, had in July 2025 been cleared of serious racketeering and sex-trafficking charges but was convicted on two counts under the Mann Act, a U.S. law that prohibits transporting individuals for prostitution or unlawful sexual activity. The conviction sent shockwaves across the entertainment industry, where Diddy has long been regarded as a trailblazer, with fans and critics alike debating the implications for his legacy.
In his new appeal, filed through his legal team, Diddy argued that the court misapplied the law, stressing that he was never a “prostitution manager” and never acted with any commercial intent. His lawyers maintain that his activities fell under the realm of producing adult content—a field that is legal under U.S. law—making the Mann Act charges inappropriate.
The 55-year-old mogul, who built Bad Boy Records into one of the most successful hip hop labels of the late ’90s and early 2000s, now faces the possibility of years behind bars if the conviction stands. Prosecutors have recommended a sentence of 51 to 63 months in prison, while his defense is pushing for leniency, arguing that Diddy has already served time that should count against any sentence.The final sentencing is scheduled for October 3, 2025, and will be closely watched not just by fans but by the entire entertainment world.
This case has generated intense media attention globally, with the hashtag #DiddyTrial trending across social media platforms.