Prison Thanksgiving: Diddy’s Shocking Menu!

Thanksgiving. For most of us, it conjures images of overflowing tables, maybe a little family drama (you know how it goes), and definitely some serious food comas. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce-the whole shebang. But what about the folks who won’t be carving their own bird this year? I’m talking about the ones behind bars. Specifically, some pretty high-profile names we’ve all read about in the headlines. Now, you might think they’d get, I don’t know, a gourmet meal or something, given their past lives of luxury. Well, let me tell you, reality is a whole different beast.

We’re not just talking about any Thanksgiving here; we’re talking about the 2025 holiday. And thanks to Us Weekly, we’ve got the exclusive scoop on what’s cooking (or, rather, not cooking) for some of these celebrity inmates. Names like Sean “Diddy” Combs, Josh Duggar, Fetty Wap, and Jared Fogle-yeah, that Jared Fogle-are all facing a very different kind of feast this November. It’s a stark contrast to what they were probably used to, that’s for sure.

Behind Bars and Behind the Menu

It’s actually kind of fascinating, in a grim sort of way, to peek behind the curtain of a prison kitchen on a holiday. You’re not going to see any Michelin stars flying around. These meals are designed for sustenance, not necessarily for celebration, though they do try to make it feel, you know, “special” in their own way. The logistics alone of feeding thousands of inmates are mind-boggling. Think about the scale. And then think about the budget. It’s not exactly lavish.

What’s on Diddy’s Plate?

Let’s start with Diddy, real name Sean Combs. He’ll be at Fort Dix in New Jersey, serving a 50-month sentence for-and this is the tough part to even type-two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He’s 56, and this will be his first Thanksgiving in the federal system. So, what’s Fort Dix dishing out? We’re looking at a pretty standard, no-frills, institutional holiday meal.

• Main Entree:Roasted turkey. Not a whole bird, obviously, but probably pre-sliced, perhaps a bit dry, turkey breast.
• Sides:Cornbread dressing (that’s stuffing to you and me), mashed potatoes with gravy (probably from a mix, let’s be real), and some sort of green vegetable-maybe peas or green beans. Definitely not fresh, probably canned.
• Dessert: A slice of pumpkin pie. Again, likely institutional, mass-produced.

“It’s a stark reminder that no matter your past fame or fortune, the federal system is a great equalizer when it comes to holidays.”

Duggar, Fetty, and Fogle: A Nationwide “Feast”

It’s not just Diddy, of course. Josh Duggar, who’s 37 and serving time at FCI Seagoville in Texas for child pornography charges, will have a similar-style meal. Texas prisons, from what I hear, tend to stick to a slightly more Southern-influenced holiday menu, but the core components will be there. Same goes for Fetty Wap, 34,-real name Willie Maxwell II-at FCI Sandstone in Minnesota, doing six years for drug trafficking, and Jared Fogle, 48, whose facility wasn’t specified but he’s famously locked up for child sex abuse charges.

The common thread here? None of them are getting anything remotely close to what they used to enjoy. It’s a sobering thought, really, especially on a day that’s supposed to be about gratitude and abundance. Their table won’t be laden with choices; it’s a fixed menu, serve-yourself or tray service, and that’s it. No second helpings of that perfectly glazed ham, no fancy cranberry relish.

The Psychology of a Prison Holiday

It’s actually kind of interesting to consider the psychological impact of a holiday like Thanksgiving in prison. On one hand, it’s a day that tries to mimic normalcy, a little bit of home comfort. On the other, it can amplify feelings of isolation and regret. Imagine sitting there, eating your pre-portioned turkey, knowing your family is gathered somewhere, probably talking about you, or pointedly not talking about you. It’s a double-edged sword, I’d say.

Beyond the Plate-The Real Experience

It’s not just the food, right? That’s just one piece of the puzzle. The entire atmosphere is different. There are usually limited visitation hours on holidays, which can be a lifeline for inmates, but it’s still not the same as being home. The noise, the smells, the regimentation-it’s all there, even on Thanksgiving. You’re still wearing the same uniform, still following the same rules. The outside world is celebrating, laughing, feasting. Inside, it’s a stark contrast.

We often imagine prison as a place of constant deprivation, which it is in many ways. But holidays like Thanksgiving are a brief, fleeting attempt to connect with something universally human: the idea of a special meal, shared company. Even if that company is other inmates and the food is, well, institutional fare. It’s a ritual, a break from the monotonous every day, even if it’s a bittersweet one. I’m sure for some, it’s a momentary escape; for others, a painful reminder of what they’ve lost.

So, while we might be debating whether to brine the turkey or smoke it, or which aunt is bringing the questionable green bean casserole, these individuals-Diddy included-will be partaking in a very different kind of tradition. It’s a stark, unglamorous look at life behind bars, especially when the rest of the world is pausing to count its blessings. It’s not glamorous at all, in fact. Just a basic plate, a basic meal, and a whole lot of time to think. And that, I guess, is probably the point.