Yung Miami criticized for Justin Bieber video after Diddy guilty verdict on trafficking charges
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Yung Miami, rapper and former partner of Sean “Diddy” Combs, faced backlash after sharing a controversial video on social media following the verdict in Diddy’s federal trial. The now-deleted post, which featured a clip of Justin Bieber, was widely interpreted as a reaction to the jury’s decision.
Yung Miami shares post following Diddy’s verdict pic.twitter.com/b5BZqtcOf4
On Wednesday, a 12-member jury delivered a mixed verdict in the case against Combs, who faced five serious charges, including racketeering conspiracy, multiple counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, and transportation for prostitution involving two alleged victims: Cassie and an individual identified as “Jane.” Combs denied all charges.
Combs was acquitted on three charges but convicted on counts 2 and 5, both related to sex trafficking and transportation for prostitution. While he avoided a potential life sentence under the racketeering charge, he now faces up to 20 years in prison—10 years for each remaining charge. Federal prosecutors have stated they will seek the maximum penalty.
Following the verdict, Yung Miami posted a black-and-white Instagram Story showing Justin Bieber smiling and making a popular Gen Z hand gesture. Although she deleted the post shortly after, screenshots quickly spread online and drew widespread criticism.
Social media users called the post “gross” and “weird,” accusing Yung Miami of celebrating the verdict insensitively. One user wrote, “Crazy and disgusting how Yung Miami used Justin Bieber as a meme to flex about Diddy… sit down.” Others suggested she had ulterior motives, with one comment reading, “I guess she’ll be back on Diddy’s payroll.”
The incident sparked debate about appropriateness and public responsibility, especially given the seriousness of the charges and their impact on the alleged victims.