Fans Drench Themselves in Baby Oil Outside Diddy Trial
Another day, another display of public decorum—this time courtesy of Diddy’s most ardent supporters outside a Manhattan courthouse. Witnesses on the scene were treated to what TMZ describes as a “freak-off,” starring baby oil, scantily clad bodies and an impromptu nip slip that a smartphone camera will never forget. According to TMZ and corroborated by People magazine, a crowd gathered to celebrate Diddy’s acquittal on serious criminal charges, except the celebration felt more like a college pool party gone off the rails.
Video footage shows fans slathering themselves head-to-toe in baby oil—yes, the same product federal agents seized by the thousand during Diddy’s two-month trial. Prosecutors made a point of highlighting 1,000 bottles confiscated from his homes, arguing that baby oil was an integral part of Diddy’s “freak-off” ritual. Defense attorney Marc Agnifilo scoffed at the emphasis, joking in his closing argument that “we’ve spent more time talking about baby oil than any real evidence.” But apparently, outside the courthouse steps, the chatter about baby oil continues unabated.
One brave—or perhaps overzealous—fan took things so far that her oiled-up top couldn’t contain her excitement, resulting in an unplanned exposure that TMZ captured in all its glory. Passersby probably enjoyed a view they never asked for, but hey, this is modern entertainment. The unfiltered footage has already been dissected on social media, where reactions range from “carnival sideshow” to “performance art.” Entertainment Weekly even called it “the most surreal post-trial fête in recent memory.”
Let’s not forget the origin story of this slippery spectacle. Cassie, Diddy’s ex and star witness, detailed in her testimony how her first so-called freak-off involved baby oil for the sole purpose of making her “glistening.” She recalled climbing into a kiddie pool filled with the slick substance at Diddy’s instruction. Prosecutors showcased evidence photos from that very hotel, aiming to paint a picture of orchestrated sensuality. Still, the crowd outside seemed determined to one-up the trial drama—because nothing says “we believe you” like a gimmick lifted straight from the defense’s satire.
So where does this leave us? A cavalcade of grown adults mimicking courtroom anecdotes for social media clout, complete with impromptu acrobatics and wardrobe malfunctions. If you’re scoring at home, that’s one bold PR move—although it’s anyone’s guess whether it boosts Diddy’s image or just cements the baby oil saga as an endless carnival. And that’s today’s dose of reality. You’re welcome.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly
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