Fact Check: Was Selena Gomez denied entry at Justin Bieber’s Coachella rehearsal?

Screenshots shared on X fueled the rumor, leading to widespread conversation and confusion among users online

A viral claim suggesting that Selena Gomez attempted to attend Justin Bieber’s Coachella rehearsal and was denied entry circulated widely on social media.

The rumor began circulating on social media platform X, where a widely shared post alleged that Gomez was “refused entry” by security while trying to access rehearsals for Bieber’s Coachella performance. The post quickly gained traction online, sparking speculation and debate among fans.

Selena Gomez has spoken out about the Coachella incident yesterday, saying that while she and her team were trying to attend Justin Bieber’s rehearsal, security allegedly refused them entry and harassed them. She has now reportedly decided to take legal action against the… pic.twitter.com/5frGpNZtAI

— SAMSON👑🐐 (@Samsonthegoat25) April 12, 2026

However, fact-check investigations have found no evidence supporting the claim. There are no official statements from Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber, or Coachella organizers confirming that any such incident occurred. Additionally, no credible news outlets reported the alleged event at the time it was said to have taken place.

The viral claim was further debunked after it was discovered that the supposed Instagram story attributed to Gomez was fabricated. The handle used in the screenshot was also found to be incorrect, further indicating manipulation of the image.

Reports confirm that Gomez did not post anything related to the incident on her verified social media accounts, and there is no indication she was involved in any such confrontation at the festival.

As misinformation continues to spread rapidly online, the incident highlights how quickly fabricated celebrity narratives can go viral, especially when tied to high-profile figures like Gomez and Bieber.

As of now, none of the parties involved have issued any statements, and the claim has been widely dismissed as false.