Selena Gomez made a striking appearance at the Vanity Fair Oscar party, turning heads in a stunning strapless black gown. 

However, it wasn’t just her fashion choice that had people talking. 

The singer and actress reportedly made a conscious effort to avoid an awkward run-in with Hailey Bieber, wife of her ex-boyfriend, Justin Bieber.

Keeping the Spotlight on Her Career

According to an insider, Selena wasn’t interested in fueling media speculation by being photographed with Hailey. 

“There was no way Selena wanted an awkward photo and for everyone to write about it the next day,” the source shared.

The Only Murders in the Building star was focused on celebrating a major milestone in her career that evening. She had presented at the Oscars for Emilia Perez, a project she takes great pride in. The night was meant to be about her achievements, and she wanted the focus to remain on her work rather than past relationships or unnecessary drama.

Although Selena had no issue with Hailey personally and would have been fine saying hello if they crossed paths, she preferred to avoid being in a photo together. “Selena is a friendly person. If they ran into each other, she would say hello, of course,” the source explained. “She just wanted to avoid being photographed with her or near her because then 100 stories are born.”

Fashion Choices and Uncanny Similarities

What made the situation even more intriguing was that both Selena and Hailey wore eerily similar outfits to the event. They each arrived in elegant, strapless black gowns and styled their hair down, making for a coincidental fashion moment that could have fueled speculation if they had been photographed together.

Selena, accompanied by her fiancé Benny Blanco, exuded confidence as she mingled with Hollywood elites. Meanwhile, Hailey attended the event solo, without Justin Bieber by her side.

Hailey Bieber’s Solo Appearance and Justin’s Absence

Hailey, the 28-year-old founder of Rhode skincare, also made a statement at the Vanity Fair bash in a ruched black dress from Saint Laurent. She posed for photos confidently, exuding her signature poise and elegance. Inside the event, she spent time with actress Zoë Kravitz and singer Madison Beer.

Justin’s absence from the event sparked curiosity, especially since it came just a day after his 31st birthday. The pop star’s recent public appearances have led to fan concerns about his well-being. Some recent paparazzi images showed him looking unusually tired, leading to online speculation.

However, a representative for Justin addressed these rumors last month, dismissing claims that he was struggling with substance abuse. “The recurring narrative that Justin is using hard drugs is absolutely not true,” the rep clarified, adding that he is actually in a great place in his life.

Despite the speculation, Justin and Hailey’s marriage remains strong. Over the weekend, Hailey was featured in Justin’s birthday posts, which also included a rare glimpse of their six-month-old son, Jack. Justin even showed his support for Hailey by attending her Rhode pop-up event in West Hollywood.

Moving Forward on Their Own Paths

Selena and Hailey have had their share of public scrutiny due to their connection to Justin Bieber, but both women are thriving in their respective careers. While Selena remains focused on her music, acting, and personal projects, Hailey continues to expand her Rhode skincare brand and maintain her presence in the fashion industry.

Though their paths may cross in Hollywood, it’s clear that both women are intent on keeping the focus on their professional endeavors rather than media-fueled drama.

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