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British YouTuber and BBC personality Yung Filly, born Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, has been arrested in Australia on suspicion of sexually assaulting a woman. The 29-year-old internet star was detained in Brisbane and subsequently extradited to Perth. He is accused of raping a woman in her 20s at a hotel following his performance at Bar1 Nightclub in Hillarys, Perth, on September 28. This arrest comes after Barrientos performed two days earlier at Havana Nightclub on the Gold Coast.

Footage of Yung Filly in handcuffs, flying to Perth after being arrested in Brisbane

Police claim CCTV is a key part of their evidence, with the YouTuber required to report to authorities 3 times a week while on $100,000 bailpic.twitter.com/i4EviB6s69

— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 10, 2024

 

The charges against Yung Filly include four counts of sexual penetration without consent, three counts of assault, and one count of impeding a person’s breathing by applying pressure to their neck. He appeared before Perth Magistrates Court, where his bail application was adjourned, and he remains in custody. The event where he performed prior to the alleged incident had been heavily marketed, with promoters describing the evening as a blend of spontaneity, humor, and music.

 

 

Yung Filly’s rise to stardom began in 2013 when he launched his YouTube channel. He gained fame through collaborations with Beta Squad, which included his best friend, Chunkz. In 2022, the duo reunited to co-host the MOBO Awards. Barrientos has also worked with other well-known YouTube creators like the Sidemen and ventured into the music industry, where he recently collaborated with British rapper Aitch on the song "Grey."

 

The track amassed over 2.5 million views on YouTube and 10 million streams on Spotify. In addition to his online fame, Yung Filly has hosted several BBC shows, including *Hot Property* and *Yung Filly's Celeb Lock-In*, and made appearances on popular programs like *The Great Celebrity Bake Off* and *Would I Lie to You?*

 

Beyond his YouTube success, Barrientos has worked with prominent brands such as ASOS, Primark, McDonald's, and Heinz. He has also played in the high-profile charity football match Soccer Aid and took part in a star-studded game in Qatar alongside football legends like Didier Drogba and David Villa. As a result of his diverse endeavors, Yung Filly has amassed a substantial following, with over 3 million Instagram followers and 1.84 million YouTube subscribers. Since joining YouTube in 2013, his videos have been watched nearly 120 million times.

 

Despite his professional achievements, Yung Filly’s arrest in Australia has shocked his fans and colleagues. Barrientos, who was born in Colombia and moved to the UK as a refugee when he was a child, has often spoken about his humble beginnings and the pride he takes in his background. He once expressed his gratitude for his experiences as a refugee, stating, “I'm most proud of the fact that I was a refugee, I'm proud that I had to struggle. It makes you appreciate all the little stuff a lot more.” He recalled how his family lived above a fried chicken shop in Lewisham, South London, and how those hardships shaped his perspective on success.

 

As Barrientos's case proceeds, his future in the entertainment world remains uncertain. His representatives have yet to comment on the allegations. The arrest marks a significant turning point for the social media star, whose popularity skyrocketed over the past decade.

 

Based on a report from The Daily Mail | X 2024-10-12