By Trendsetter Tribune 
A new report claims Sean “Diddy” Combs used retired boxing legend Mike Tyson to deliver a pardon request to President Trump as part of a broader clemency push.
As President Donald Trump continues to reshape the boundaries of presidential clemency, a new report suggests disgraced music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs sought an unconventional messenger in his effort to secure a pardon: former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson.
The allegation underscores how celebrity connections, personal access, and informal channels have increasingly shaped the modern pardon process.
What’s Being Reported
According to a report published Tuesday by the UK-based Sun tabloid, Combs enlisted Tyson to personally deliver a letter requesting a presidential pardon during a December visit to the White House.
The outlet cited unnamed sources who claimed Tyson received the letter from a member of Combs’ inner circle and later passed it along to President Trump. One source said Tyson initially asked what the letter concerned and was told it was a plea for clemency.
“Mike admitted he was feeling nervous about it,” the source said, adding that Tyson nevertheless agreed to bring the letter with him during his White House visit.
Trump Acknowledged Receiving the Letter
President Trump has previously confirmed that he received a pardon request from Combs, though until now it was unclear how the letter reached him.
The report suggests Tyson may have served as the intermediary, leveraging his personal access to the president to ensure the request was seen.
Trump has not publicly commented on Tyson’s alleged role.
Tyson’s Relationship With Combs
Tyson has maintained a friendly relationship with Combs over the years, including after Combs was convicted in a 2024 New York trial.
“I wish him the best. In life, I wish him the best,” Tyson previously said when asked about Combs.
The two men have crossed paths frequently in celebrity and entertainment circles, and both have long histories of public controversy and legal trouble.
Combs’ Legal Status
Combs is currently serving a 50-month federal prison sentence related to prostitution-related charges. His legal team has appealed the conviction, arguing that the sentence was excessive and that the trial court imposed unfair penalties.
Despite the appeal, Combs remains incarcerated while pursuing clemency through political channels.
Trump has reportedly expressed skepticism about granting a pardon, noting that Combs had criticized him publicly in the past. While Trump has not formally ruled out clemency, he has suggested it is unlikely.
Analysis: Inside Trump’s Celebrity Pardon Pipeline
Trump’s approach to pardons has increasingly favored personal appeals, celebrity advocates, and informal persuasion. According to reporting by The Wall Street Journal, a “pardon economy” has emerged in which lawyers and intermediaries coach clients on how to secure access to individuals who can briefly influence the president.
The strategy often hinges on framing convictions as politically motivated, unfair, or excessive — and on delivering that message through a trusted or familiar face.
If the report is accurate, Combs’ outreach through Tyson fits squarely within that model.
Conclusion
While the White House has not confirmed Mike Tyson’s involvement, the report adds another chapter to the evolving story of how influence, fame, and access intersect in Trump-era clemency decisions.
For now, Sean Combs remains behind bars, his pardon request unresolved — and another example of how presidential mercy in the modern era often travels through unexpected hands.