Fetty Wap is officially out of prison, walking free nearly a year earlier than expected. The 34-year-old rapper, born Willie Junior Maxwell II, was suddenly released on January 8, 2026, after serving more than three years of his six-year federal sentence. According to Billboard, he has been released 11 months earlier than his scheduled release date in December 2026. Fetty’s early release has sparked multiple questions about what led to his unexpected early release and what his next steps will be. Here’s everything we know about it.
What was Fetty Wap released early?
Although the Federal Bureau of Prisons has not released any detailed public reasoning behind Fetty Wap’s early release, multiple legal and administrative reasons are alleged to have contributed to his early release. In some federal cases, the inmates can earn good conduct time and time credits for maintaining discipline and participating in rehabilitation programs. Subsequently, these credit points can significantly reduce the time someone spends behind bars. In his words:
“I want to thank my family, friends, and fans for the love, prayers, and continued support — it truly means everything to me.”
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