Hailey Bieber responds to Selena Gomez’s engagement news – and fans are divided over her ‘intentions’
HAILEY Bieber responded to Selena Gomez’s engagement news – but were left divided over her “intentions”.
Earlier today, pop star Selena, 32 flashed her huge diamond ring as she announced her engagement to Benny Blanco.
The singer beamed in a series of snaps posted to her Instagram grid, with the caption: “Forever begins now.”
Model Hailey, who is married to Justin Bieber, shared her joy for the star by liking Selena’s Instagram post – despite years of rivalry.
But some fans are convinced were unsure how sincere the gesture was – pointing out their past “animosity”.
One wrote: “This is a nice gesture. Hailey’s always seemed like a fairly nice person who’s taken the high road through years of bullying. She’s also probably hoping Selena and her demented stans will leave her alone for good now. I’m happy for Selena, and I hope this marks a complete break from the social media nonsense of the past.”
But a sceptical fan fired back: “Let’s not pretend that there hasn’t been animosity on both sides in the past.
“I really think Hailey has grown up, but she wasn’t a nice person as a teenager/young adult.
“There are enough recipes of her being a bully in school, being mean to waiting staff etc. Selena isn’t innocent either, don’t get me wrong, but the sentiment that Hailey had no hand in their drama is simply not true.”
This person said: “Hailey is a better person than me because I would be holding a grudge against someone who was enabling their fans to attack me the way Selena was and never took accountability.”
But someone else disagreed and added: “She’s probably secretly jealous and angry doing this to pretend to look good for (insert delusional reason).”
On Thursday, Lose You To Love Me singer Selena held her left hand up to the camera to showcase the massive sparkler on a diamond-studded band.
Another image saw her enjoying a cuddle with record producer and songwriter Benny as they snuggled on the floor, while one snap captured her freshly-manicured hand and engagement band in full glory.
Selena was then captured gazing adoringly at her new jewellery piece as she enjoyed a sunny picnic.
The Calm Down songstress had sparked speculation of her engagement back in September when she was seen sporting a gold band on her ring finger.
This came just two weeks after Selena flashed a glittering ring on her engagement finger at the Emmy’s red carpet.
The two lovebirds confirmed their relationship in December last year and have been inseparable ever since.
Over the last few months fans suspected Selena and Benny may have secretly gotten engaged – especially after she posted a mirror selfie with her ring clearly visible – and now their theories have been proved correct.
After the official social media reveal, Selena’s famous pals were quick to comment.
Taylor Swift posted: “Yes I will be the flower girl.”
Actress Jennifer Aniston posted: “HONEY!! Congratulations sweet mama!”
Selena and Hailey’s rivalry explained
Ever since the marriage, The Wizards of Waverly Place alum and the Rhode skincare creator have had an up-and-down rivalry.
Since Hailey started dating Justin, all eyes have been on Hailey’s relationship with Selena.
At first, fans were outraged and claimed that she stole Justin from Selena, but she has since put those rumors to rest.
In September 2022, Hailey appeared on Alexandra Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast, revealing details about her relationship with the Baby singer and his ex.
“I can say, period, point blank, I was never with him when he was in a relationship with anybody — that’s the end of it,” Hailey said on the show.
The duo shocked the internet when they posed for photos at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures’ 2nd annual gala in October 2022.
It seemed like perhaps their rumored feud was over.
However, on February 22, 2023, Hailey and Kylie Jenner were accused of trolling Selena and making fun of her eyebrows after Selena posted a TikTok video of herself with overly-laminated brows.
While Kylie and Selena both came out and said there was no drama between them, Hailey remained silent.
A few hours later, Selena commented on another TikTok video that discussed how she had been handling the ‘mean girls.’
In the post’s comments, Selena wrote: “I love you,” which sparked rumors that she felt the same way.
On February 23, Selena commented on a TikTok video where Hailey can be seen gagging over the mention of Taylor’s name.
Selena commented in defense of her famous best friend.
She wrote: “So sorry, my best friend is and continues to be one of the best in the game.”