A $4 million Lamborghini Tecnomar yacht carrying 30 influencers sank off Miami Beach after overloading, forcing a dramatic Coast Guard rescue. The group, expecting a glamorous photo-op, clung to life jackets as the vessel tilted, sparking viral videos and highlighting safety concerns.
On Saturday at around 5 p.m. near Star Island, Florida, a Lamborghini Tecnomar yacht designed for five passengers began sinking due to the weight of 32 influencers and crew, as The New York Post reported.
The group, anticipating a champagne-filled day, scrambled for life jackets as the boat tilted vertically. The Coast Guard and a private vessel rescued 32 people, with no injuries reported. Witness Rachel Miller told 7 News, “The yacht was completely vertical in the water.”
Influencers’ Reactions and Viral Moments
Influencers maintained a party atmosphere despite the scare, dancing and laughing on rescue boats, as captured in viral videos. Former Miss America contestant Regan Hartley clutched a $3,600 tequila bottle, while another woman held her MacBook, prompting a humorous remark, “Women and children first!” Fueled by social media, the incident has drawn attention to the influencers’ carefree response and the yacht’s unidentified owner.
The sinking of a $4 million Lamborghini yacht off Miami Beach, carrying 30 influencers, turned a glamorous outing into a Coast Guard rescue operation. Viral videos of the group’s lighthearted response have captivated social media, but the incident raises serious questions about safety and responsibility. The yacht’s owner remains unknown as investigations continue.