**Hailey Bieber Makes Major Dig at Justin Bieber’s Ex Selena Gomez in New Interview**

*Published: October 17, 2025, 2:00 p.m. ET*

Hailey Bieber appeared to take a subtle jab at Justin Bieber’s ex, Selena Gomez, during a recent interview, RadarOnline.com can reveal. Addressing her thoughts on Gomez, Hailey didn’t hold back, insisting she “doesn’t feel competitive with people” who don’t inspire her.

**Hailey Bieber: “It’s Annoying Being Pitted Against Other People”**

“It’s always annoying being pitted against other people,” Hailey said. “I didn’t ask for that. When people want to see you a certain way and they’ve made up a story about you in their minds, it’s not up to you to change that.”

Hailey, who is married to Justin Bieber and shares son Jack with him, is often compared to Selena due to Justin’s on-and-off relationship with Gomez from 2010 to 2018.

“I think there is space for everybody. I don’t feel competitive with people that I’m not inspired by,” Hailey noted.

**Hailey Bieber Recently Shows Support for Selena Gomez**

Despite long-standing rumors of a feud between Hailey and Selena, both have denied any hostility. In fact, the pair posed for a photo together in 2022 to put the gossip to rest. However, speculation about tension over Justin continues to circulate.

In a surprising turn, Hailey has recently shown public support for Selena. At the end of 2024, Hailey liked a social media post in which Gomez shared a photo of her engagement ring from music producer Benny Blanco. Then, in January, Hailey gave a thumbs-up to a message celebrating the four Golden Globe wins for the musical comedy *Emilia Pérez*, which stars Gomez.

Some sources accused Hailey of extending these “olive branches” as a way to get into Selena’s good graces.

**Why Hailey Bieber Might Want to “Bury the Ax” with Selena Gomez**

An insider suggested, “She likely knows Selena has never been more powerful and that she can’t afford to have her as an enemy if she wants to be included in certain projects.” The source added, “Between Selena and Benny, there’s a lot of mojo.”

The insider also noted changes around Justin’s star power, pointing out that he “isn’t quite the dominating force he once was — with his medical problems and the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs (sexual abuse) rumors from when he was young.”

“Meanwhile, Selena’s star keeps rising, and I’m sure Hailey, who’s no fool, took notice,” the source continued. “She’s clearly decided it’s better to bury the ax and turn the page.”

**Justin Bieber’s Meltdown Triggered by Gomez’s Engagement to Benny Blanco?**

Although Justin seems to have moved on with Hailey, RadarOnline.com reported in February that he experienced a meltdown after Selena announced her engagement to Benny Blanco. The engagement apparently hurt Justin because he once considered Benny one of his “closest friends.”

“Justin confided in Benny about his heartbreak over Selena,” a source claimed at the time. “In a way, Justin felt betrayed (over the engagement), even though he knew he had no right to feel that way.”

These revelations came shortly after Justin posted bleary-eyed footage on Instagram, appearing to be on a plane while rapping about getting high. Fans were concerned, labeling the clip as “sad” and “desperate.”

**Hailey Bieber’s Emotional Struggles After Motherhood**

Meanwhile, another source divulged that Hailey has been struggling emotionally since having their baby.

“Hailey is having a hard time, experiencing the emotional turmoil that many women go through after childbirth,” the insider shared. “Justin has been bearing the brunt of it.”

As the couple navigates these personal challenges, fans remain watchful of their journey forward.
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