Hailey Under Fire Again—Selena Gomez Fans Slam Her for "Creepy" Speech Plagiarism
Hailey Bieber Accused of Copying Selena Gomez’s Speech—Fans Say It’s “Creepy”
Hailey Bieber is once again in the eye of a social media storm—and this time, it’s for allegedly copying Selena Gomez’s words during a major awards speech. The Rhode beauty brand founder, who accepted the Beauty Innovator Award at the Daily Front Row’s 9th Annual Fashion Awards, is now being dragged online for delivering a speech that fans claim mimicked Selena Gomez’s past interview almost word-for-word.
From “creepy stalker” accusations to calls of plagiarism, here’s everything you need to know about the growing backlash.
Hailey Bieber’s Speech Sparks Controversy
What Did Hailey Say
While accepting her award on Thursday, 28-year-old Hailey Bieber said:
“When I started Rhode, I didn’t want to start a brand for the sake of starting a brand. I really wanted to create an entire world.”
The moment was supposed to be a celebration of her growing beauty empire, but it quickly turned controversial.
The Selena Gomez Connection
What Did Selena Say
Selena Gomez made a very similar statement back in 2021 during an interview with Spécial Madame Figaro Arabia while discussing her brand, Rare Beauty:
“I didn’t want to launch a makeup line for the sake of launching a brand. What interests me is cultivating beauty from the inside.”
This quote resurfaced almost instantly after Hailey’s speech aired, and fans were quick to point out the uncanny resemblance. Soon, side-by-side comparisons of the two quotes began circulating online.
Internet Reacts: She Copies Everything
Once the comparisons hit social media, the backlash was swift and brutal. Many fans accused Hailey of intentionally copying Selena’s messaging, calling it part of a pattern of mimicry.
Here’s what users had to say:
- “She copies everything. It’s getting weird now.”
- “Creepy stalker copycat vibes.”
- “This is not even subtle anymore.”
Some fans even posted compilation videos of alleged past instances where Hailey mimicked Selena—from fashion choices to social media posts and brand messaging.
Not Everyone Is Against Hailey
Despite the outrage, some people came to Hailey's defense, saying the line was too generic to be considered copied:
- “Many other celebrities use this line. It’s a common industry phrase.”
- “It’s almost like PR teams tell them what to say.”
This isn’t the first time fans have drawn comparisons between Hailey and Selena—but whether this was intentional or a coincidence remains hotly debated.
Selena, Justin & Hailey: The History
To understand the intensity of the fan reaction, we need to revisit the famous love triangle.
Selena and Justin
Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber had an on-again, off-again relationship that lasted nearly a decade before they finally ended things in 2018.
Hailey and Justin
Just months later, Justin Bieber married Hailey Baldwin (now Bieber) in a whirlwind romance that shocked many fans of “Jelena” (Justin + Selena).
Since then, fans of both stars have often clashed online, especially whenever Hailey makes headlines.
Trouble in Paradise for the Biebers
Adding more fuel to the fire, rumors have been circulating that all is not well in Hailey and Justin’s marriage. Many fans believe that the speech drama is just a distraction from bigger problems at home.
Recently, Justin tried to shut down those rumors via a social media post, writing:
“I don’t appreciate people spreading lies about me and my wife… It’s hard not to be jealous when we’re going brazzzzyy.”
Despite his efforts, speculation about the couple’s relationship continues to swirl.
Why This Keeps Happening: The Bigger Issue
This isn’t the first time Hailey has been accused of copying Selena Gomez. Internet sleuths have highlighted multiple moments over the years—from similar tattoos to makeup styles, even Instagram captions—that seem oddly aligned with Selena’s public image.
While some believe these moments are purely coincidental or exaggerated by overzealous fans, others argue that they show a deeper pattern.
Coincidence or Copycat
Whether Hailey’s speech was a coincidence or a deliberate copy of Selena’s words, one thing is clear—the public is deeply divided.
On one side are those who see Hailey as a “creepy stalker” who can’t stop mimicking her husband’s ex. On the other are those who believe celebrity beauty brands share similar language and that this is nothing more than an overreaction.
Whatever the truth may be, Hailey Bieber’s recent speech has reignited a long-standing internet feud, and the comparisons to Selena Gomez aren’t going away anytime soon.
