Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Holiday Prison Meal Revealed for New Years
As Sean “Diddy” Combs enters the New Year’s period behind bars, the details of his holiday prison meals have emerged, revealing a stark contrast to the lavish celebrations the music mogul once hosted. Instead of gala dinners and luxury spreads, the incarcerated star will be eating meals typical of a federal prison menu — a far cry from his billionaire lifestyle. Here’s a breakdown of what Combs will be served as he rings in 2026 from federal custody.
New Year’s Eve Lunch: Burgers Behind Bars
For New Year’s Eve, Diddy’s midday meal is far from glamorous. According to the prison menu confirmed by PageSix, his lunch on December 31 will consist of:
- A hamburger with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions
- A vegetarian black bean burger alternative
- A side of fries or a baked potato
This protein-packed lunch has been detailed as part of the holiday offerings at FCI Fort Dix, where Combs is serving his sentence.
New Year’s Eve Dinner: Pasta and Salad
Dinner on New Year’s Eve brings a carb-rich meal that is humble by celebrity standards:
- Pasta with marinara sauce and meatballs
- Garden salad
- Garlic bread
While this dinner might be considered satisfying for most, it’s a far cry from the ultra-exclusive parties and private chefs Combs used to host. This meal underscores the dramatic shift from fame and fortune to the everyday reality of federal prison dining.
New Year’s Day Morning: Protein Choices to Start 2026
When January 1 arrives, Combs will start the new year with a protein-focused breakfast — or lunch, depending on how the facility schedules meals — that includes a choice of:
- Baked fish
- Grilled beef
- Tofu lo mein (for a vegetarian option)
Accompaniments include sides like steamed broccoli, kidney beans, or a baked potato. Dessert options will consist of fruit or a designated “holiday dessert,” according to the facility’s menu.
New Year’s Day Dinner: Simpler Fare
Later in the day on New Year’s Day, the menu lightens considerably with simpler fare. Combs and other inmates will be offered:
- Sandwiches made with deli meat and sliced cheese
- Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
- Sides including potato chips, whole wheat bread, and fruit
- Additional dessert options
This dinner reflects the standard prison fare served to inmates, a routine far removed from champagne toasts and catered spreads typically associated with New Year’s celebrations in Diddy’s past.
From Parties to Prison Plates
The rapper — once known for throwing some of the most lavish New Year’s parties in the world — will be marking the holiday quietly behind bars. The switch from exclusive events and upmarket cuisine to institutional meals highlights his dramatic fall from celebrity lifestyle to incarceration. This holiday season marks at least Comb’s second spent in custody, following his Thanksgiving and Christmas meals in the federal system, where he even helped distribute food to fellow inmates during the earlier holiday period.
In Context: The Bigger Picture
Combs is currently serving a 50-month sentence at the Federal Correctional Institution in Fort Dix, New Jersey, after being convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Though acquitted of more serious charges like racketeering and sex trafficking, the case and its aftermath remain the subject of ongoing public attention and appeals from his legal team. According to a recent article from Rolling Stone, “attorneys for Combs call for his ‘immediate release’ from federal prison, and request that the court ‘either grant a judgment of acquittal or vacate and remand for resentencing.'”
These New Year’s meals — humble by celebrity standards but typical of prison cuisine — remind the world that even the most powerful figures are subject to the rigid routines of incarceration during the holiday season.
