Speculation about lingering tension between Gomez and the Biebers has been perpetuated by social media users for years, despite all parties moving on with their lives. The animosity has, at times, spiraled into targeted harassment. In response to hateful comments directed at the Biebers, Gomez addressed the issue on TikTok, urging kindness: “Please be kind and consider others’ mental health. My heart has been heavy, and I only want good for everyone. All my love.”

Hailey Bieber also spoke out following intense trolling against her, emphasizing her disapproval of the behavior: “If you’re leaving mean or rude comments on my behalf on anyone’s posts, just know that I don’t want that, nor do I ever or will I ever support or condone hateful, mean, or nasty comments. Doing that is not supporting me. If you are participating in that you are a part of a culture that I want no part of. Please be nice or don’t say anything.”

While Gomez’s engagement marks a joyful chapter in her life, the choice to delay sharing the news highlights the complexities of navigating personal milestones under public scrutiny and the importance of maintaining mental well-being amid social media pressures.