“You think I’m beefing with you?” This line set the internet ablaze last week as rappers Alabama Barker and Bhad Bhabie became embroiled in a public feud. The saga unfolded through Instagram stories, TikTok videos, and receipts, revealing a tangled narrative of cheating allegations, personal drama, and accusations of cultural appropriation.
Did Bhad Bhabie Accuse Alabama Barker of Cheating with Her Boyfriend?
On December 17, 2024, Bhad Bhabie (real name Danielle Rigoli), 21, shared a now-deleted Instagram story accusing Alabama Barker, the 18-year-old daughter of Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler, of stealing her boyfriend. The post tagged Barker and read, “@AlabamaBarker took my man.”
Barker quickly responded on TikTok with a video captioned, “I’d never want a BUM,” lip-syncing to an audio clip that mocked the idea of engaging in a feud with Bhad Bhabie.
The exchange escalated when Bhad Bhabie shared additional Instagram stories suggesting her relationship with Le Vaughn, the father of her child, had ended. In one post, she declared, “Single.” She also accused Barker of pursuing Vaughn out of spite, claiming Barker had a history of entertaining men in relationships.
Alabama Barker Denies the Allegations
Barker countered the accusations by posting a now-deleted Instagram story stating that Vaughn had misled her. She alleged that Vaughn had lied about his identity, claimed he was single, and insisted he didn’t have an Instagram account. Barker urged Bhad Bhabie to direct her anger toward Vaughn rather than herself.
Bhad Bhabie Claps Back
In response, Bhad Bhabie took to Instagram Live, expressing her frustration over the situation, especially given her recent personal struggles, including the birth of her daughter, Kali Rose, in March, and a cancer diagnosis she revealed in November.
On December 18, Barker posted a TikTok video addressing the situation, denying Bhad Bhabie’s allegations. Barker explained that Vaughn had persistently contacted her despite her attempts to cut ties. She accused him of using fake numbers and harassing her. Barker also shared texts showing she had reached out to Bhad Bhabie to apologize and clarify her role in the controversy.
“I’m not going to disregard my faults in this situation,” Barker said, admitting she could have handled things differently.
Le Vaughn Weighs In
Le Vaughn, who has faced abuse accusations from Bhad Bhabie, denied Barker’s claims in a now-deleted Instagram story. He accused Barker of fabricating their interactions and suggested she was seeking attention to promote her music. “I have all the messages and videos to back up what I’m saying,” Vaughn wrote, urging fans to stream Barker’s new song.
Cultural Appropriation Accusations
Amid the feud, public attention turned to allegations of cultural appropriation by both rappers. Critics highlighted their use of Black culture and aesthetics, with Alabama Barker facing particular scrutiny. Bhad Bhabie, who is of Italian-American and Jewish descent, has also been criticized for similar reasons in the past.
Where Things Stand
As of now, Bhad Bhabie has confirmed her relationship with Le Vaughn is over. However, the feud with Alabama Barker remains unresolved, leaving fans to speculate about the next chapter in this public drama.
