“Yikes, I Know, So Mean”: Justin Bieber Reflects on Past Comment About Hailey’s Career
Pop icon Justin Bieber is facing both praise and backlash after a deeply personal admission about a moment he regrets — telling Hailey Bieber she would “never be on the cover of Vogue.”
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Following Hailey’s stunning Vogue magazine cover reveal, the 31-year-old singer took to Instagram to celebrate her success — and to come clean about a hurtful comment he made years ago.
“Yo, this reminds me when Hailey and I got into a huge fight,” Justin wrote in a now-deleted caption. “I told Hails that she would never be on the cover of Vogue. Yikes I know, so mean.”
Why Did Justin Bieber Apologize to Hailey?
Justin’s apology wasn’t just about the comment itself — it was a reflection of growth, accountability, and emotional maturity. According to him, the remark came during a heated argument where he felt “disrespected” and acted out of spite.
“I think as we mature, we realize we’re not helping anything by getting even. We’re just prolonging what we really want — intimacy and connection.”
He concluded his post with a direct message to Hailey:
“So baby, u already know but forgive me for saying u wouldn’t get a Vogue cover cuz clearly I was sadly mistaken.”
Fan Reactions: Honest or Humiliating?
The now-deleted post stirred a range of reactions:
- Supportive Fans:
Some praised Justin’s transparency and vulnerability.
“It takes a real man to admit he was wrong in front of millions.” - Critical Voices:
Others felt the confession was unnecessary — and possibly humiliating for Hailey.
“He didn’t need to broadcast that. It could’ve stayed private.”
After the backlash, Justin replaced the caption with a string of emojis — signaling a step back from the public discourse.
Growth, Relationships, and Redemption
This moment has become more than just celebrity drama — it touches on broader themes:
- Emotional maturity in relationships
- The importance of lifting up your partner
- How words spoken in anger can linger for years
Hailey’s Vogue cover isn’t just a professional milestone — it’s symbolic of overcoming doubt, even from the people closest to her.
Final Thoughts: From “Never” to Vogue
Justin Bieber’s apology reminds us that growth often comes through vulnerability.
And Hailey Bieber’s latest Vogue cover is more than just a photo — it’s a quiet, powerful clapback to anyone who ever doubted her. Sometimes, the best revenge really is success.
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