In January 2023, Hailey posted a TikTok video where she was hanging out with her friends Kendall Jenner and Justine Skye. The girls dance to the sound 'I'm not saying she deserved it, but God's timing is always right.' And then, everyone jumps in, as in the same month, Selena posted a bikini photo where she appears slightly heavier than usual. Fans connected these dots and concluded that the model, along with her friends, was throwing shade at the singer. Hailey tried to defend herself and address the accusations, but her followers didn't believe her. On the other hand, Selena wrote a post stating that she's not bothered by it and doesn't allow such things to sadden her.

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