Just hours after the court declared Sean “Diddy” Combs not guilty of sex trafficking charges, Justin Bieber broke his silence with a furious statement, putting an end to the long-running rumors that he was once sexually groomed by Diddy when he was still underage.

The trial of Diddy lasted for weeks, with countless witnesses and shocking revelations about extravagant sex parties, hush contracts, and a hidden network that allegedly drew in many young stars. Diddy, once hailed as the “power mogul” of the American hip hop scene, was accused of luring young people — including celebrities — into drug-fueled, violent, and money-driven sexual gatherings. Throughout the trial, Justin Bieber’s name kept resurfacing on social media, especially after an old 2009 video went viral showing Diddy publicly claiming he would “own” Bieber for 48 hours to “mentor” the newly famous teen.

When the trial concluded with a not guilty verdict for sex trafficking, social media in the US exploded with outrage. Many felt that justice had not been served, while others argued Diddy was innocent according to the court’s decision. In this heated moment, Justin Bieber — the rumored key victim — chose to speak up immediately, and his statement made the scandal even more explosive.

In his statement to the press, Justin made it clear: he was never a victim of sexual abuse by Diddy as the rumors claimed, but he is furious that so many real victims have not received the protection they deserve. “I was never groomed or coerced. But I know there are people who suffered things they never had the chance to fully tell,” Justin said firmly in the message released by his representative.

The Baby singer also expressed regret for once collaborating with Diddy, saying that if he had known the dark side that is now being exposed, he would never have been part of any project with him. “If I had known, I would never have been involved. I was just a kid who trusted the adults around me. It’s sad that after all this, some people still haven’t found justice,” Justin shared.

Justin Bieber’s statement immediately went viral, not just because he’s a global pop superstar with massive influence, but because this was one of the rare times he broke his silence on a scandal that had dragged his name into it unwillingly. Many fans believe this move is not only about protecting his own name but also about sending a message to real victims that they are not alone.

On forums, countless supporters praised Justin’s honesty. One fan wrote: “He didn’t have to say anything, but he did because he knows the real victims deserve the world’s attention, not clickbait headlines.” Others remain skeptical, pointing out that if Justin was truly unaffected, why were there always those odd moments with Diddy in the past? A resurfaced photo shows a young Bieber looking uncomfortable while Diddy wraps an arm around him, promising to “take Bieber around the world.” These images continue to fuel countless conspiracy theories.

Another detail adding fuel to the fire is the role of Justin’s wife — Hailey Bieber — who reportedly encouraged her husband to speak up and finally put an end to this nightmare. Some insiders claim Hailey repeatedly urged Justin to stop staying silent, especially when false rumors were turning him into a “shield” that protected powerful people from facing the truth.

As for Diddy, even though the court cleared him of sex trafficking charges, he still faces multiple civil lawsuits related to coercion and out-of-court settlements with other alleged victims — some of whom claim they were groomed while underage. Many legal experts believe Diddy’s legal troubles are far from over and that the intense backlash from A-list stars like Justin Bieber could trigger new waves of accountability.

At the moment, Justin and Hailey are staying away from the media spotlight, but sources say he is quietly preparing to release a new song, rumored to be filled with raw symbolism about emotional scars and “coming back from the darkness.” Fans believe this scandal won’t just put an end to persistent rumors but may mark the beginning of a new chapter for Justin — not just as a pop star but as a strong voice standing up for the vulnerable.