Justin and Hailey Bieber are expecting their first child, marking a new chapter in their whirlwind romance.
The couple announced the exciting news on May 9, with Hailey revealing her six-month baby bump on Instagram.
Here's a look backat the key milestones in their relationship that led to this moment:
2009: First Meeting
Justin and Hailey met for the first time, introduced by Hailey's father, Stephen Baldwin, during one of Justin's fan events. The encounter was captured on video, showing a young Hailey shyly greeting the pop star.
May 2015: Reconnecting
After years of friendship, rumors of a romance began to swirl when Justin and Hailey were spotted together frequently.
Courtesy: @justinbieber on Instagram
December 2015: Family Holiday
Hailey joined Justin and his family for a holiday vacation, indicating her growing closeness with the Bieber clan.
January 2016: Instagram Official
The new year brought confirmation of their relationship, as Justin posted a picture of him and Hailey sharing a kiss on Instagram.
February 2016: Declarations of Love
Both Justin and Hailey openly used the word "love" to describe their feelings in various interviews, underscoring the seriousness of their relationship.
June 2018: Rekindled Romance
Following Justin's brief reunion with Selena Gomez, he and Hailey rekindled their relationship, culminating in a proposal in the Bahamas in July 2018.
Courtesy: @justinbieber on Instagram
September 2018: Courthouse Wedding
The couple made it official with a low-key courthouse ceremony in New York City, just a few months after getting engaged.
February 2019: Candid Interview
In a revealing interview with Vogue, Justin and Hailey discussed the challenges and rewards of married life, emphasizing their commitment to each other.
September 2019: Lavish Wedding Ceremony
A year after their legal marriage, the Biebers hosted a grand celebration in South Carolina, affirming their vows in front of family and friends.
October 2023: Pregnancy Speculation
Hailey has faced similar scrutiny since her marriage to Justin in 2018.
In a GQ Hype interview, Hailey expressed frustration about the persistent rumors surrounding her pregnancy.
"Recently, everybody was like, 'Oh, my God, she's pregnant,' and that's happened to me multiple times before," she said. "There's something disheartening about, 'Damn, I can't be bloated one time and not be pregnant?'"
Back in 2017, a photo of her wearing a dress with a cinched waist sparked speculation, which she initially addressed with humor on social media. Despite her efforts to dispel the rumors, the speculation persisted.
May 2024: Pregnancy Announcement
Justin and Hailey officially announced they are expecting their first child, sharing their happiness with the world through heartfelt social media posts.
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