Actor Jeremy London’s Baby Oil Investment Joke After Diddy’s Verdict Turns Heads

Sean "Diddy" Combs and his family celebrated Wednesday after a Manhattan jury acquitted the music mogul of the most serious charges against him: sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.

The verdict delivered a significant victory for Combs, who had faced the possibility of life sentences.

However, the jury did convict Diddy on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, charges that carry prison sentences ranging from zero to 10 years each.

While Combs avoided the harshest penalties, including life imprisonment, the guilty verdict on the prostitution-related charges leaves his future in limbo. His defense team is now in a legal battle to secure his release on $1 million bail while he awaits sentencing, which could take months.

Combs has been jailed since September, and it remains unclear whether he will be granted bail while awaiting the final phase of his legal proceedings.

In the aftermath of the verdict, actor Jeremy London took to X (formerly Twitter) to comment on the outcome, writing that Diddy was "basically acquitted of all the worst charges against him."

He even quipped, "Now would be a good time to invest in baby oil stock," a statement that came as bizarre post-verdict celebrations went viral, where fans poured baby oil on each other in a surreal public display.

The post sparked a flood of reactions, with one fan responding, "That seems like a slippery investment. It could slide up or down."

Despite the humor, the social media buzz highlighted the polarized opinions on the Diddy case, with many expressing disappointment in the legal outcome.

One fan posted, "Disappointed in justice, never believes the women, again," echoing a sentiment many critics felt about the decision. Another voiced frustration, saying, "This is a horrible outcome for them."

Many expressed concerns about the influence of wealth on the justice system, with one commenter suggesting, "Because it's a Fed charge and they know he has the money to get a pardon from you-know-who. This is the pushback from the #MeToo movement."

Amid the social media chatter, there were also numerous voices expressing anger and disbelief.

"I can't believe he's getting away with it," one user wrote, reflecting the outrage of those who feel the system failed to hold Combs accountable for the alleged abuse.

The trial revolved around accusations that Combs had subjected two of his former girlfriends to years of abuse, coercing or forcing them to engage in sexual acts with male escorts and other men while he filmed the encounters.

Prosecutors spent weeks presenting evidence, including testimony from the alleged victims. Cassie Ventura, a former girlfriend, claimed that Combs raped her and regularly beat her during their 11-year relationship. She alleged that he abused her even when she objected to participating in the notorious "freak-off" parties, where Combs allegedly directed and filmed the disturbing events.

Another woman, referred to as "Jane" in court, testified about her emotional and financial dependence on Diddy, which she said made it impossible for her to escape from the abusive sex parties.

She described the mental and emotional manipulation that kept her trapped in the situation.

Amid the courtroom drama, Diddy, who has leaned into self-help during his legal battle, was seen holding two books on the defense table: "The Power of Positive Thinking" and "Happiness Advantage."

The courtroom sketch artist even captured the self-help book "The Art of Positive Thinking," which was prominently displayed during the trial. Combs, known for his entrepreneurial mindset, appeared to find solace in the philosophy of positive thinking, even in the face of such serious accusations.

As Combs knelt and prayed after the verdict was announced, the emotional weight of the trial was evident.

While he avoided life imprisonment, the remaining charges cast a shadow over the music mogul's future, leaving both supporters and critics to ponder what lies ahead for the once-iconic figure.

For now, all eyes are on Combs' next legal steps as he prepares for the possibility of years behind bars.