As Justin Bieber posted pictures from his 29th birthday party, the rumors of a feud between his wife Hailey and ex-girlfriend Selena Gomez reached a fever pitch. Fans combed through his social media posts, those from Hailey, Selena Gomez, and a web of their friends and fans looking for hints of relationship drama that has engulfed the trio in recent weeks.
Justin allegedly distributed party favors at the gathering. Some attendees at the event posted images of what looked to be a letter cover with an engraving “I’m so thankful I didn’t end up with what I thought I wanted.” Due to this, fans have been speculating about a possible conflict between Selena and Hailey.
However, Selena Gomez has pleaded with her followers to “be kinder and respect others’ mental health” in her first TikTok post since the rumors.
Even though TikTokers and other social media users are fueling this controversy between Gomez and the Biebers, Justin has not provided any statement.
Netizens think Selena Gomez was the target of Justin and Hailey Bieber’s party favors
Since Hailey wed Justin in 2018, there have been rumors of conflict between Gomez and Justin because the pop star dated the latter intermittently throughout the 2010s.
However, last month, social media fans speculated that Kylie Jenner and Hailey had criticized Selena on purpose after she had shared an Instagram Story about unintentionally over-laminating her eyebrows. This sparked renewed rumors of a conflict between the two women.
Now due to this party favor, many fans believe it might be a subtle dig at Selena Gomez.
their whole world revolves around selena gomez. you are 5 years into marriage and still your ex is the main topic on your birthday? also posting your ex's tattoo 😭 imagine if it was selena doing this, they would call her obsessed. pic.twitter.com/n6nBvqzYiC
— sel ✪ fan account (@selskarmaa) March 5, 2023
it was probably hailey because you usually don’t have anything to do with planning your own birthday party lol
— Jaz (@itsjazzyyx) March 5, 2023
Imagine being married for 5 years and your birthday souvenir is about your ex💀 https://t.co/XgOZcQDSpH
— AOTY & AOTV💕 (@littlegoldangel) March 5, 2023
Other people have claimed that they weren’t targeted at Gomez and that some people were misinterpreting it.
What does this lighter have to do with Selena???
— R.M💕 (@shrededpotatoes) March 6, 2023
im not usually one to defend this man but there are soooo many things that quote could mean. its kinda dumb to assume its about selena when hes struggled with depression and the quote is probs referring to the fact that he made it to 29
— bella ♡ #1 epiphany stan (@fearlesshoax_) March 6, 2023
These favors have drawn criticism from Gomez’s followers on social media, with many claiming that Justin and Hailey implied their relationship with the singer through the inscription on the cover.
Although Gomez has denied the existence of a conflict and begged her supporters and fans to “be kinder and respect others’ emotional health,” fans have continued to take sides.
Gomez reacted that the reports were “unnecessary” and announced on TikTok on February 23 that she was quitting social media because “I’m 30, I’m too old for this.”
Selena Gomez announces on TikTok live that she’s taking a break from social media:
“I’m gonna be taking a second from social media cause this is a little silly and I’m 30. I’m too old for this.” pic.twitter.com/rJ7WvjOPEA
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) February 23, 2023
In an effort to provide fans with more information, Justin Bieber shared pictures of his star-studded 29th birthday party, a balloon-filled outdoor gathering, and a concert on Sunday. One of the pictures showed Hailey standing next to him, while another appeared to show her hugging him.
On one hand, some claim that Hailey should also be outraged by the party favors in addition to those who criticized Justin for the supposed jab at Gomez. Another admirer said, “She should’ve left him ages ago and never looked back, no woman deserves to be informed by her own partner that she’s his second option.”
On the other hand, some have speculated that Hailey was the one who came up with the party favor. Another person said, “As if Hailey didn’t arrange the birthday party and buy everything all. Folks saying this is Justin Bieber’s gift for his guests at his party [and] reportedly shadows Selena.”
However, Justin hasn’t given any official statement regarding this controversy or these tweets.
