Lil Baby Reacts to Controversial Video Circulating Online
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Lil Baby has spoken out following a video purportedly showing the rapper performing a sex act involving another man appeared online. On Sunday (October 22), the Atlanta native was trending as users on X (previously Twitter) spread the obscene video, claiming Lil Baby was the individual featured in the video. Some speculated that the second guy in the video was Lil Baby’s pal James Harden. The video sparked a frenzy on the internet, with users posting memes and mocking the musician. The “Detox” hitmaker quickly responded to the rumours on social media, denying he’s the man in the video & alleging he’s being used for clout.
WHY IS LIL BABY GIVING JAMES HARDEN THAT GAWK GAWK 3000 ON MY TIMELINE pic.twitter.com/i8nrwBmP5B
— De🅿️ressed Warriors Fan 💔 (@GoIdenState) October 23, 2023
Lil Baby lambasted the “sick” rumors and stated the video was propaganda in an Instagram post late Sunday night. This isn’t the first time that Lil Baby has become the subject of false rumors about his sexuality. 50 Cent mocked him earlier this year for a shot he snapped at Michael Rubin’s annual White Party in the Hamptons. Fiddy shared a photograph of Lil Baby embracing two men, insinuating he was performing a g###### act while additionally mocking Diddy. “See, this is exactly why I don’t go to Puffy & them’s parties.” “What the f### is happening on here?” he said in the caption. “Get the f## out of my way, my young [ninja].” WTF!”
Lil Baby Clarifies His Sexuality After Explicit Viral Video Controversy
Recently, the internet was buzzing with allegations that rapper Lil Baby had been included in an explicit video which went viral. However, the musician has responded quickly, vehemently rejecting any connection & dismissing rumors about his sexuality. The uproar began when a graphic video of two men in a sexual act became viral on the internet. The video, which has been described as a “fuzzy recording of a recording,” was accompanied with the caption “Nah lil baby.” While the individual in the video did bear some similarities to Lil Baby, a number of people assumed it was the rapper. As a result, Twitter was flooded with reactions, numerous of which were tinged with racism and homophobia. Despite the chaos, Lil Baby was not silent. He expressed his frustration and dissatisfaction on his own Instagram Stories, writing, “Y’all gotta stop employing my name & likeness when y’all get uninterested, then the lengths that mfs go to seeking clout is sick.” There’s no mystery about my NO LEVEL history. This is the last time I’ll address any form of idiotic clickbait. It’s important to note that the individual featured in the video’s identity is still unknown.
Yall still gonna listen to lil baby after what he did🤔🤔 pic.twitter.com/RjgnMDryaa
— 🔳Alex🔳⭐🇸🇻🇺🇲 (@alxtnbone) October 23, 2023
Drawing definite conclusions is difficult with a partially covered face and an attribute that does not provide obvious identification. The insertion of Lil Baby’s name appears to be more of a malevolent or mischievous aim than a declaration of fact. The rapper has maintained his position, emphasising that the guy in the video is not him. This isn’t the first occasion that Lil Baby has been the subject of false rumours about his sexuality. 50 Cent mocked him previously this year for a shot he snapped at Michael Rubin’s annual White Party held in the Hamptons. Fiddy shared a photo of Lil Baby holding two men, insinuating he was performing a g###### act while simultaneously mocking Diddy. “Oh, that’s because I don’t attend Puffy’s parties.” “What the f### has been going on?” he said in the caption. “Get the f## out of my way, my young [ninja].” WTF!” Overall, while the internet is a breeding ground for rumors and hypotheses, users should exercise caution when drawing conclusions from ambiguous data. According to TMZ, Lil Baby’s vehement rejection serves as an indication that everyone has the right to their own story without being confronted with false accusations.
lil baby seeing himself trending on Twitter:
— 🐍HoodiiMamba 🐍 (@HoodiMambaSzn) October 23, 2023
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Who has that one Lil baby video ?🫠 pic.twitter.com/3AsnSj9DKO
— 𝔼𝕄𝕄𝔸ℕ𝕌𝔼𝕃 👽𝕏 (@hemmy_szn) October 23, 2023
Lil baby right now👀 #Lilbaby🫢 pic.twitter.com/Zvbxt9yjEJ
— Hassan™ (@Enzofeed) October 23, 2023
Lil Baby looking up and realising the flash was on the entire time pic.twitter.com/IKL0olNIHd
— DLI4 (@DemonsStaring) October 23, 2023
