Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez's relationship was one of the most talked-about and tumultuous in Hollywood. Here are 10 lesser-known facts about their romance:
1. **Early Crush**: Justin Bieber first met Selena Gomez in 2009 when he revealed she was his celebrity crush. Their managers introduced them, and their friendship soon turned romantic.
2. **New Year's Eve Serenade**: Bieber serenaded Gomez on Dick Clark's *New Year's Rockin' Eve* in Las Vegas, performing "One Less Lonely Girl" while cuddling with her.
3. **IHOP Date**: The pair sparked romance rumors when they were seen walking out of an IHOP in Philadelphia together in December 2010. Selena initially downplayed the outing, saying it was just about pancakes.
4. **Oscars Debut**: Bieber and Gomez made their red carpet debut as a couple at the Vanity Fair Oscars party in February 2011, wearing coordinated red and black outfits.
5. **PR Contract Rumors**: There were rumors that their relationship was part of a PR contract signed by their teams to boost their careers. A leaked contract in 2014 seemed to confirm this, though its authenticity is disputed.
6. **On-Off Romance**: The couple had a tumultuous relationship, breaking up and getting back together multiple times. Their final split occurred in 2018, with Bieber marrying Hailey Baldwin shortly after.
7. **Breakup Songs**: Selena Gomez released two breakup songs about Justin, reflecting the emotional impact of their relationship. Bieber also addressed their relationship in his music.
8. **Church Reconciliation**: Before Selena Gomez's breakup with The Weeknd, she was spotted at church with Justin, sparking reconciliation rumors. They were later seen on public bike rides and at hockey games.
9. **Orlando Bloom Incident**: In 2014, Selena Gomez and Orlando Bloom were rumored to have hooked up to make Justin jealous. However, both denied the romance.
10. **Post-Breakup Dynamics**: After their breakup, Justin and Selena maintained a friendship, with Justin expressing a desire to keep their relationship positive. However, their breakup narrative has been heavily influenced by public perception and media coverage.
In recent news, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin have been open about their marriage and family life. They have welcomed a daughter, and Hailey has spoken about the challenges and joys of being a new mom. The couple continues to share their personal and professional lives through social media, providing a glimpse into their modern-day relationship dynamics.