Fake Bieber FOOLS Vegas Security Completely

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A Justin Bieber impersonator successfully fooled Vegas nightclub security, performed onstage, and racked up nearly $10,000 in charges before being exposed in what club officials called an “elaborate multi-step ruse” that exposes dangerous security vulnerabilities at high-end venues.

Story Highlights

Dylan Desclos and his fake entourage convinced XS Nightclub staff they were Justin Bieber’s new management team
The impersonator performed “Sorry” onstage during DJ Gryffin’s set before being discovered
Wynn Las Vegas banned Desclos for life and stuck him with a nearly $10,000 bar tab
The security breach highlights vulnerabilities in celebrity verification at premium venues

Elaborate Deception Fools Vegas Security

Dylan Desclos, a professional Bieber impersonator with eight years of experience, orchestrated a sophisticated con that exploited XS Nightclub’s celebrity protocols on August 16, 2025. Desclos and his team presented themselves as Bieber’s new management, using the real singer’s recent management change as cover for unfamiliar faces. The ruse demonstrates how social engineering tactics can bypass even high-security venues when executed with precision and inside knowledge.

The impersonator leveraged his verified social media presence and convincing appearance to maintain the deception throughout the day. Staff at the premier Wynn Las Vegas nightclub, accustomed to hosting legitimate celebrity performances, fell for the elaborate scheme that involved multiple accomplices posing as security and entourage members.

Performance Exposes Security Gaps

DJ Gryffin, the evening’s headliner, unknowingly facilitated the deception by announcing Bieber’s presence and inviting him onstage. Desclos performed the hit song “Sorry” before a packed crowd who believed they were witnessing an authentic surprise appearance. The incident reveals how celebrity culture and social media verification can be weaponized to manipulate both staff and performers at high-profile venues.

Wynn spokesman Michael Weaver confirmed the security breach, describing it as an “elaborate and multi-step ruse” that fooled multiple levels of venue staff. The fact that Desclos was actually paid for his performance adds another layer of audacity to the scheme, turning the nightclub into an unwitting victim of fraud.

Lifetime Ban and Industry Wake-Up Call

Wynn Las Vegas management responded swiftly by banning Desclos for life from all properties and pursuing the nearly $10,000 bar tab his team accumulated. DJ Gryffin expressed surprise at the deception in an Instagram video, highlighting how even experienced entertainment professionals can be fooled by sophisticated impersonators with the right support team.

This incident serves as a stark reminder that premium venues must strengthen their celebrity verification protocols to prevent similar security breaches. The ease with which Desclos penetrated XS Nightclub’s defenses should concern anyone who values proper security measures at establishments that cater to high-profile clientele and charge premium prices for exclusive experiences.