Hollywood drama is officially back on the menu. In a bombshell turn of events, multiple sources are reporting that Hailey Bieber was left in tears after witnessing husband Justin Bieber react — not once, but twice — to ex-girlfriend Selena Gomez’s brand new emotional track, “Can You Imagine.”
For those thinking the love triangle between Justin, Hailey, and Selena was a thing of the past, think again. This latest controversy has sent shockwaves through both fan communities and celebrity gossip circles, proving that when it comes to old flames, nothing is ever truly extinguished in Tinseltown.
Justin’s “Private” and Public Reactions Spark Outrage
According to an insider who spoke to PopCulture Unfiltered, Justin Bieber was first caught reacting to Selena’s track during a private industry listening party in Los Angeles. The source revealed that “Justin looked visibly emotional while listening. He quietly mouthed some of the lyrics and later admitted, ‘She’s always had a way of getting to me with her music.’”
As if that wasn’t enough to get fans speculating, Justin’s second — and far more public — reaction ignited a digital firestorm. Within hours of the track’s official release, Justin liked a fan-made Instagram reel featuring Selena’s music video for the single, paired with a caption that read: ‘First love hits different.’
It didn’t take long for eagle-eyed followers to catch the interaction. Screenshots of the like flooded Twitter and TikTok, quickly sending #JustinSelenaDrama and #HaileyCrying to the top of trending topics worldwide.
Hailey’s Emotional Breakdown Behind Closed Doors
While social media erupted, things reportedly took a far more serious turn behind closed doors. A friend close to Hailey Bieber allegedly told StarNow Magazine that the model was heartbroken upon seeing Justin’s reaction.
“Hailey has fought hard to feel secure in their marriage, constantly battling comparisons to Selena. This was a major setback for her,” the source revealed. “She tried to act like it didn’t bother her at first, but later broke down in tears.”
This isn’t the first time Hailey has dealt with public scrutiny involving her husband’s famous ex, but sources say this time it cut deeper, especially since Selena’s new song is rumored to be about a lingering first love — a love fans are convinced is none other than Justin himself.
Is “Can You Imagine” About Justin?
Since its release, “Can You Imagine” has been dissected by fans and music critics alike, with lyrics referencing “unfinished promises,” “midnight phone calls,” and “a love that still haunts me.” While Selena has remained tight-lipped about the song’s muse, social media detectives have confidently connected the dots.
Some fans even claim that certain lines mirror things Selena publicly said during her rocky on-again, off-again relationship with Justin between 2010 and 2018.
“She’s never named him outright, but anyone who’s followed them over the years knows who she’s talking about,” one fan tweeted. “This song feels like closure, but also like an open wound.”
Fans Choose Sides — Again
As expected, this incident has reignited the long-dormant war between Selenators and Beliebers. While some fans accuse Justin of being insensitive and disrespectful toward his wife, others defend him, arguing that an appreciation for a good song shouldn’t be blown out of proportion.
“It’s just music. Let the man vibe,” one fan commented. “Selena’s allowed to express her pain, and Justin’s allowed to listen.”
Still, the timing — and Justin’s double reaction — feels too coincidental for many.
Where Do They Go From Here?
Neither Justin, Hailey, nor Selena have publicly commented on the unfolding drama, but according to insiders, tensions are reportedly high in the Bieber household.
Meanwhile, Selena remains unbothered, basking in the success of “Can You Imagine,” which has already topped iTunes charts in 18 countries within its first 48 hours.
If history has taught us anything, it’s that Hollywood’s messiest love stories never stay buried for long. And judging by the way the internet is reacting, this saga is far from over.