Hailey Bieber has denied allegations that she "liked" a TikTok video mocking her husband Justin Bieber’s ex-girlfriend, Selena Gomez, and Gomez’s fiancé, Benny Blanco. The controversy began when a TikTok creator, @courtneypresto, shared a video criticizing Gomez and Blanco’s recent Interview Magazine cover shoot. The creator claimed that Hailey had "liked" the post, implying that the model was taking a subtle swipe at Gomez. However, Hailey’s representative quickly shut down the rumors, telling Page Six that the story was entirely fabricated. "This never happened," the rep said, adding that the situation was an attempt by the content creator to capitalize on an old, tired narrative.
The TikTok video in question, posted on February 14, slammed Gomez and Blanco’s photo shoot, with @courtneypresto calling it "the WORST" and admitting that the clip was "a little shady" toward Gomez. The creator used the alleged "like" from Hailey as supposed proof that the long-rumored feud between Hailey and Gomez was still alive and well. "I feel like this is definitive proof that when Hailey Bieber is like, ‘Oh, it’s all love. It’s all good, we have absolutely no beef. Everything is completely fine,’ she’s lying," the TikTok user said. This claim sparked a wave of attention online, with fans and media alike weighing in on the supposed drama between the two women.
The tension between Hailey and Gomez has been a topic of discussion for years, stemming from their shared romantic history with Justin Bieber. Hailey, 28, and Gomez, 32, were both romantically involved with the singer at different times—Gomez from 2010 to 2018, and Hailey, whom Justin married in 2018 just months after his breakup with Gomez. Over the years, fans and tabloids have pitted the two women against each other, fueling speculation about a feud. However, both Hailey and Gomez have publicly denied any beef on multiple occasions. In fact, in March 2023, Gomez went out of her way to defend Hailey after the model faced "death threats and such hateful negativity" from online trolls. Gomez wrote on social media, "I’ve always advocated for kindness and really want this all to stop." Hailey later expressed her gratitude to Gomez for speaking out, emphasizing the importance of kindness and empathy online.
Despite the repeated denials, the narrative of a feud between the two women has persisted, often fueled by speculative "evidence" like the alleged "like" on the TikTok video. However, there have been moments where both women have shown support for each other, suggesting that the supposed beef may be more of a creation of online drama than real life. For instance, when Gomez announced her engagement to Benny Blanco on Instagram in December 2023, Hailey publicly "liked" the post, signaling her approval and well-wishes for the couple. This gesture was seen by many as a sign that there was no bad blood between the two.
Hailey has also repeatedly denied claims that she "stole" Justin from Gomez, a narrative that has haunted her since her marriage to the singer. Justin proposed to Hailey in July 2018, just months after his breakup with Gomez, and the two tied the knot that September. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Jack Blues, in August 2024. On the other hand, Gomez confirmed her relationship with Benny Blanco in December 2023 and announced her engagement to the record producer a year later. The two have been open about their relationship, and their loved-up photo shoot for Interview Magazine was widely covered in the media.
In the end, the latest drama surrounding Hailey, Gomez, and the TikTok video seems to be another example of how social media can amplify baseless rumors and create drama where none exists. While fans and tabloids may continue to speculate about a feud between Hailey and Gomez, the evidence suggests that both women are focused on their respective lives and relationships. Hailey and Gomez have both demonstrated a commitment to kindness and positivity, even in the face of online negativity. As the situation continues to unfold, it’s a reminder of how quickly online speculation can spiral out of control—and the importance of approaching such stories with a critical eye.
