Lil Baby opens up about the viral photo incident with Michael Rubin that caused quite a stir online.
- The rapper was candid on Lil Yachty’s podcast, addressing rumors and criticisms head-on.
- He emphasized that the hug was misunderstood and all in good fun, with nothing “weird” occurring.
- Despite the online jokes, Lil Baby values his friendship with Rubin, calling him a positive influence.
- 50 Cent’s jokey Instagram post added fuel to the fire, but Lil Baby received unexpected support from Boosie Badazz.
Lil Baby recently addressed the buzz surrounding photos of him being hugged by billionaire Michael Rubin at a white party in 2023. Speaking on Lil Yachty’s podcast, ‘A Safe Place,’ the Atlanta rapper expressed his annoyance at the resulting jokes and criticisms.
During the conversation, Lil Baby made it clear that the hug was nothing but a friendly gesture. He mentioned that at the party, there were about 100 people, and nothing unusual happened. “They white so they don’t really understand. Even before the picture come out and went viral, I told Mike, ‘I can’t have pictures like that [coming out], even though you playing,’” he explained.
Despite having access to security footage from the event, Lil Baby chose not to post it online. He said, “I ain’t even gonna post that shit on the internet. I’m just like, ‘Fuck that shit.'” He decided against turning the incident into a bigger deal than it already was.
Lil Baby also stood by his friendship with Rubin, emphasizing the positive influence Rubin has in his life. He brushed off the negativity and focused on maintaining this valuable connection.
Adding more heat to the situation, 50 Cent’s Instagram post poked fun at the viral images, making a reference to parties hosted by another famous figure, which only inflamed the issue.
Interestingly, Boosie Badazz, known for his often controversial views, came to Lil Baby’s defense. In an Instagram Live session, he stated, “I ain’t finna shit on Lil Baby. I don’t give a fuck what picture he took.” His unexpected support highlighted the diverse opinions in the hip-hop community regarding the incident.
The viral photo may have sparked jokes, but Lil Baby stands firm in his friendships and doesn’t let the noise get to him.
