Fans Think Selena Threw Shade at Hailey Bieber—Here’s Why

May 22, 2025: Justin Bieber has found himself at the center of a social media storm following a controversial post he made congratulating wife Hailey Bieber on her Vogue June 2025 cover. What should have been a celebration of Hailey’s achievement quickly turned into backlash, with fans accusing the pop star of making the moment about himself.

In a now-viral Instagram post, Justin shared a personal anecdote that left many users uncomfortable. “Yo, this reminds me of when Hailey and I got into a huge fight. I told Hails that she would never be on the cover of Vogue. Yikes, I know—so mean,” he wrote. “For some reason, I felt so disrespected. I thought I gotta get even…”

While Justin did attempt to apologise later in the post, admitting his mistake and praising Hailey’s success, critics felt the damage was already done. “Congrats on taking one of Hailey’s biggest achievements and making it about you,” one user wrote. Another added, “Some things are best kept to yourself.”

Amid the controversy, Selena Gomez, Justin’s ex-girlfriend, shared an uplifting Instagram story on the same day, sparking further buzz. “You know who you are and I’m cheering you on,” she wrote. “You matter, your voice matters, your heart matters, you are worth so much more than you know.”

While Selena didn’t name names, the timing of her message led many to speculate that it was a subtle show of support for Hailey—or a pointed statement in response to Justin’s post.

The drama unfolds just as Vogue’s June issue hits shelves, featuring a candid interview with Hailey Bieber. She opens up about welcoming her son, Jack Blues, with Justin in August 2024. “It was the hardest thing I’ve ever done,” she revealed, also disclosing she experienced a postpartum hemorrhage and an emotionally difficult transition into motherhood.

In the interview, Justin also praised Hailey through a written statement to the magazine, calling their marriage “the smartest decision I’ve ever made.”

Public Reaction Divided

While some defended Justin’s emotional transparency, others felt he hijacked a moment meant for Hailey. The post has reignited discussions around public vulnerability, male ego, and how emotional sharing can sometimes blur into overshadowing.

With both Hailey’s fans and Selena’s supporters chiming in, the situation continues to trend online—fueling ongoing interest in the complex dynamics surrounding the Biebers and Gomez