Justin Bieber’s like on old Selena Gomez photo sparks social media frenzy

Justin Bieber has sparked renewed online discussion after interacting with a comment on an old Instagram photo featuring his former partner, Selena Gomez.

The post, originally shared on March 20, 2016, shows Bieber kissing Gomez during the height of their highly publicized relationship.

Fans noticed that the singer recently liked a comment reading “Long live the couple,” written by an Instagram user beneath the throwback image. The interaction quickly gained traction across social media platforms, with users sharing screenshots and debating the significance of the move. The commenter later posted evidence showing the like came directly from Bieber’s verified account, further amplifying the moment.

Although the action was brief and unaccompanied by any statement from Bieber, it was enough to reignite long-standing fan narratives surrounding his past relationship with Gomez and his current marriage to Hailey Bieber. Justin Bieber has been married to Hailey since 2018, and both have repeatedly emphasized their desire to move beyond online speculation.

The timing of the interaction also drew attention. Just days earlier, Hailey Bieber shared a carousel of photos from 2016, including an image of her kissing Justin at sunset, captioned “You just had to be there.” While the post appeared nostalgic in nature, fans quickly connected it to Bieber’s recent activity, adding to the renewed discourse.

Neither Justin nor Hailey Bieber has addressed the situation publicly. Selena Gomez has also remained silent amid the online chatter. The episode highlights how even minimal social media engagement by high-profile celebrities can reignite years-old narratives, especially when tied to widely followed relationships.

As fan communities continue to dissect the moment, the incident underscores the lasting impact of digital footprints and the intense scrutiny surrounding celebrity interactions online.