A video featuring Sean “Diddy” Combs and Justin Bieber has surfaced online, sparking concern and heated debate among fans.
The footage, reportedly filmed around three years ago, shows the pair greeting each other with a handshake and a hug, but many on social media have found the interaction uncomfortable and suspicious.
In the video, Diddy can be seen repeatedly patting Bieber’s back, torso, and chest. While this might appear to be a routine friendly gesture, some viewers are reading more into it, particularly in light of recent serious allegations against Diddy including sex trafficking. The rapper has faced accusations, leading some to interpret the video as more than just a casual exchange between friends.
One individual even speculated that Diddy might have been checking Bieber for a wire, a claim that set off a flurry of reactions on social media. “Diddy wouldn’t have known if Justin Bieber was wearing a wire in this video just by tapping his chest,” one person noted, questioning the plausibility of the theory. Another sarcastically responded, “Yeah, that’s exactly how people check for wires. Tapping on random places rather than just using a flat palm.”
Others dismissed the idea, suggesting that the contact was likely innocent. “He’s poking him while speaking to get his point across. People do that all the time,” one user said. However, some remained suspicious, calling Diddy “suspect” and labeling him as “strange” and a “weirdo.”
The video has gained traction on X (formerly Twitter), with viewers divided over its meaning. Some have referred to Diddy’s past interactions with Bieber as uncomfortable, particularly due to Bieber’s young age at the time. A later video shows Diddy commenting that Bieber had “changed” after he stopped wanting to spend time with him.
This comes amid serious allegations against Diddy which include abusing, coercing, and threatening victims to satisfy his desires, maintain his reputation, and hide his misconduct. He has since been charged with sex trafficking, forced labour, kidnapping, bribery, arson, and obstructing justice