Selena Gomez is celebrating her engagement to musician Benny Blanco, but not everyone seems thrilled about the news. While fans and celebrities have expressed excitement over Gomez finding her “forever love,” Justin Bieber, her ex-boyfriend, has fueled rumors that he’s harboring mixed emotions. A cryptic Instagram post from Bieber following the engagement announcement has sent the internet into a frenzy, with fans dissecting his intentions and reactions.
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A Cryptic Instagram Post Raises Eyebrows
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s engagement wasn’t entirely unexpected for those closely following their relationship. Although the couple reportedly got engaged months ago, they only decided to share the joyous news with fans this week. Justin Bieber, like the rest of the world, learned about the engagement when it was officially announced—and fans believe he responded in a subtle but telling way on Instagram.
Shortly after Gomez’s announcement, Bieber shared a cozy photo with his wife, Hailey Bieber, while vacationing in Costa Rica. On the surface, the post seemed innocent, but it was the music he chose to accompany the image that raised questions. Bieber added Lizzy McAlpine’s “All My Ghosts” to the post—a song that talks about being haunted by the past and even references a “wedding of the year.”
The timing of the post and the choice of song felt too coincidental for Gomez’s fans to ignore. While Bieber may have thought he was being cryptic, his followers quickly pieced together the perceived subtext. Gomez’s fans flooded the comments section, accusing the pop star of overshadowing Gomez’s happy moment. Not long after, Bieber removed the song from his post, but the damage was already done.
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Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber’s Complicated Past
The reaction to Bieber’s post is rooted in his complicated relationship history with Gomez. The two shared a highly publicized and tumultuous romance, which lasted for much of the 2010s. Their on-again-off-again relationship came to an end in 2018 after a brief rekindling in 2017. Despite their history, both appeared to move on—Bieber with Hailey Baldwin, whom he married in 2018, and Gomez with various personal and professional milestones.
However, their split wasn’t without drama. Just months after ending things with Gomez, Bieber announced his engagement to Hailey Baldwin. The rapid timeline raised eyebrows and fueled speculation that Bieber hadn’t fully moved on. Gomez, meanwhile, struggled with the emotional aftermath of their breakup, which she later described as a necessary but painful chapter in her life. In her 2022 documentary Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me, she revealed that the breakup was ultimately for the best, despite its lingering emotional impact.
Fans React to Bieber’s Social Media Behavior
Bieber’s recent Instagram activity has reignited speculation that he hasn’t completely let go of his past with Gomez. Over the years, fans have pointed to cryptic social media posts, interviews, and even paparazzi photos as evidence of unresolved feelings. This latest incident only adds fuel to the fire.
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Selena Gomez’s fans, known for their fierce loyalty, were quick to criticize Bieber for what they perceived as an attempt to steal attention from Gomez’s engagement news. Many commenters expressed frustration, urging him to let his ex enjoy her moment of happiness without interjecting himself into the narrative.
One fan wrote, “Can’t she just have her happy ending without this unnecessary drama?” Another added, “The song choice says it all. He’s still haunted.”
What’s Next for Gomez and Bieber?
While Justin Bieber has not issued a public statement about Gomez’s engagement, the timing and nature of his Instagram post suggest the news might have caught him off guard. Whether intentional or coincidental, his actions have reignited the ongoing narrative that he still has lingering feelings for Gomez.
Meanwhile, Selena Gomez appears to be focused on her future with Benny Blanco. The engagement marks a new chapter for the actor and singer, who has been open about her journey to finding happiness and healing from past relationships.
As for Bieber, his marriage to Hailey Bieber remains in the spotlight. The couple, who welcomed their first child together, has often faced scrutiny from fans who continue to compare their relationship to Bieber’s history with Gomez. While Bieber’s cryptic posts may keep fans guessing, it seems clear that Gomez is moving forward, leaving the past behind.
