What Happened to Andrés Felipe Valencia Barrientos (Yung Filly)?

Andrés Felipe Valencia Barrientos, known professionally as Yung Filly, began his journey to stardom in 2013 by launching his YouTube channel, where he quickly gained a following for his comedic skits and Q&A videos. Born in Cali, Colombia, and raised in the UK, his unique blend of humor and cultural references resonated with a broad audience. His career diversified into music in 2017 with his debut single 'Take Time,' followed by several other releases, including collaborations with fellow artist Chunkz that charted in the UK. Beyond digital platforms, Filly expanded into mainstream media, hosting BBC Three shows like 'Hot Property' (2018) and 'Don't Scream' (2019), and participating in popular events such as Soccer Aid in 2020, where he famously scored a goal. He also became a frequent collaborator with YouTube collectives like Beta Squad and appeared in videos with the Sidemen.

The trajectory of his career dramatically shifted in late 2024. While on tour in Australia, Yung Filly was arrested in Brisbane on October 8, 2024, following allegations of sexually assaulting a woman in a Perth hotel room on September 28, 2024. He was charged with multiple counts, including sexual penetration without consent and assault, and was subsequently extradited to Perth. The arrest led to immediate and severe professional repercussions; several brand partnerships, including those with the FA, M&S Food, Footasylum, ASOS, and Heinz, were suspended or pulled, and his upcoming dating show and live tour were cancelled.

Filly was granted conditional bail on October 10, 2024, which initially restricted him to Western Australia and prohibited him from discussing the case on social media or contacting the alleged victim. In December 2024, he pleaded guilty to a separate reckless driving offense. The legal proceedings continued, and in March 2025, he pleaded not guilty to the initial charges. Further complications arose on June 13, 2025, when two new charges of sexual penetration without consent were filed against him, bringing the total number of allegations to eight.

In September 2025, his bail conditions were amended, allowing him to return to the UK temporarily, provided he returned to Western Australia by January 7, 2026, and surrendered his passport. The highly anticipated trial commenced on July 20, 2026, in the Perth District Court. During the trial, Yung Filly testified in his defense on July 27, 2026, denying some of the more severe allegations but admitting to giving the complainant 'love bites'. The prosecution presented evidence including photos of the alleged victim's injuries.

On July 31, 2026, the jury delivered its verdict. Yung Filly was acquitted of three of the six counts of sexual penetration without consent. However, he was found guilty of two assault offenses. The jury was unable to reach a verdict on three remaining charges, which could potentially lead to a retrial for those specific counts. This outcome marks a complex chapter in Yung Filly's career, leaving his public image and future endeavors in a state of uncertainty as of July 2026.