Priyanka Tiwari
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Francesca Farago, known for her appearance on Too Hot to Handle, has alleged that a wave of anti-Hailey Bieber content on TikTok may be part of a coordinated smear campaign. According to Farago, influencers are being paid to promote hate trends and reinforce negative narratives about Hailey's marriage to Justin Bieber.
In a series of Snapchat posts, Farago shared that she turned down a lucrative offer to participate in the viral “met by chance” trend, which mocks Hailey for allegedly stalking Justin before marrying him. “They offered me a decent amount of money to do it, and I was like, 'No,'” she said, labeling the trend “mean” and unethical.
Francesca Farago from Netflix’s “Too Hot To Handle” exposes on Snapchat that someone is paying influencers to post Hailey Bieber hate content on every social media platform. pic.twitter.com/fxuBoSAGwO
— fae (@demismonarchy) April 7, 2025
TikTok Trend Fuels Speculation and Harassment
The controversy stems from a seven-part TikTok docuseries that claims Hailey had a decade-long plan to marry Justin Bieber, including accusations of stalking him during his relationship with Selena Gomez. The viral series gave rise to the “met by chance” trend, where users jokingly imply they “accidentally” met their partners when they had actually stalked them—mirroring alleged behavior attributed to Hailey.
Farago added context to how such trends often gain momentum: “Sometimes Jesse [her partner] and I get paid to do trends on TikTok. Whoever owns the music or created the trend pays influencers to join in.”
Hailey Bieber Reportedly Considering Legal Action
Amid rising online hate, Hailey Bieber is reportedly exploring legal options. According to TMZ, Hailey may seek legal recourse against individuals and creators spreading false narratives, including labeling her a bully and stalker. Sources close to the model claim she has been severely affected by the ongoing wave of online harassment.
Justin Bieber's Online Behavior Raises Eyebrows
Meanwhile, Justin Bieber has sparked confusion with his cryptic social media activity. After Selena Gomez’s engagement to music producer Benny Blanco in December, Bieber posted a Gollum meme mocking engaged women and later liked a post referencing Selena and Benny, fueling speculation.
Some fans believe Justin is using these posts to tease his comeback album, while others think he might still be emotionally affected by Gomez’s new relationship.
Where Do Selena and Justin Stand Now?
Selena Gomez, who is now engaged to Benny Blanco, appears to have moved on, while Justin’s social media hints suggest lingering emotions or calculated PR strategies. This, coupled with the recent controversies involving Hailey, has reignited interest in the former couple's past and its lasting effects on their public image.
