Shocking Images: Bebe Rexha Braves Fan Attack with Grace

Bebe Rexha Courtesy of Bebe Rexha/Instagram

Bebe Rexha provided her followers with an update on her recovery following an incident where a concert attendee hurled a phone at her face. The 33-year-old pop star took to Instagram on Monday, June 19, to share two selfies showcasing her black eye. In one of the photos, Rexha can be seen giving a thumbs up while sporting a bandage over her right eye, where she received stitches. Additionally, she posted a TikTok video revealing her injuries, accompanied by the reassuring caption, "I'm okay you guys."

Rexha was performing at a concert in New York City on Sunday, June 18, when an audience member threw a cell phone at her. The incident was captured on video, showing Rexha being hit on the head and reacting by clutching her face and falling to her knees. In another video, the singer can be seen acknowledging her fans before being escorted off stage by her crew.

According to a statement by the New York City Police Department, an assault took place at the concert venue of Pier 17 on June 18, 2023, at around 10:00 PM. The statement mentioned that the assailant intentionally threw a cell phone at Bebe Rexha. The police have arrested and charged 27-year-old Nicolas Malvagna, a resident of New Jersey, with assault.

Bebe Rexha @giiikondrackiii via Spectee/TMX / MEGA

After the incident, Rexha received an outpouring of support from her fans and colleagues on her Instagram. Lauren Jauregui, formerly of Fifth Harmony, expressed her shock, saying, "Dude what the f–k?!? I'm so sorry babe, that's so messed up." Bella Poarch also sent her love, saying, "Sending love your way... Feel better soon!" Betty Who added a playful comment, saying, "Please, let's not throw anything at this beautiful woman, unless they're bras!! Get well soon, sister!!!"

Rexha's NYC performance was part of her Best F*n Night of My Life tour, which began in May. Her next tour date is scheduled for Tuesday, June 20, at The Fillmore in Philadelphia.

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Rexha has shared her encounter with overly enthusiastic fans in the past, although she has never received physical harm from them. In an interview with British GQ in June 2018, she recounted a particular incident where a fan managed to locate her hotel and room without her disclosing any information. The fan had called Rexha, requesting a signed T-shirt, and despite her offer to send it to her, the fan unexpectedly revealed her presence in the hotel lobby and expressed her intention to go up to Rexha's room. Feeling alarmed, Rexha arranged for someone to hand the T-shirt to the fan in the lobby.