Justin Bieber has once again proven he’s a master of mischief, sending his millions of fans into a frenzy with a cheeky prank claiming that his wife, Hailey Baldwin, was pregnant. The pop superstar, known for his playful antics as much as his chart-topping hits, took to Instagram on March 24, 2025, to drop the bombshell—only to reveal shortly after that it was all a hoax. The stunt, perfectly timed to stir up excitement and chaos, left Beliebers reeling and sparked a whirlwind of reactions across social media.
The prank began innocently enough with Bieber posting a cryptic black-and-white photo of himself and Hailey, 28, gazing lovingly at each other. The caption read, “Big news coming soon…” followed by a baby emoji and a heart. Within minutes, fans flooded the comments with congratulations, speculating about due dates and baby names. The post racked up millions of likes as the rumor mill went into overdrive, with some even pointing to Hailey’s recent loose-fitting outfits as “evidence” of a baby bump. For a moment, it seemed the Biebers were about to expand their family, a prospect that thrilled their devoted followers.
Then came the curveball. Just hours later, Bieber uploaded a follow-up post: a screenshot of a fake ultrasound image, clearly doctored with a cartoonish alien face instead of a fetus. “April Fools a little early,” he wrote, laughing off the ruse with a string of crying-laughter emojis. The reveal confirmed what some had suspected—that the 31-year-old singer was up to his old tricks, capitalizing on his fans’ enthusiasm for a good laugh. Hailey joined in on the fun, commenting, “You guys are too easy,” with a winking emoji, proving she was fully in on the gag.
This isn’t the first time Bieber has toyed with his audience’s emotions. Back in 2019, he pulled a similar April Fools’ prank, posting a fake ultrasound and tagging Hailey, only to later admit it was a joke. That incident drew mixed reactions, with some fans finding it hilarious and others feeling misled. This time around, though, the response has been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising Bieber’s sense of humor. “He got me good!” one fan tweeted, while another wrote, “Justin and Hailey are the ultimate pranksters—love them for this!”
The prank comes at a time when Bieber and Hailey appear stronger than ever. Married since 2018, the couple has weathered their share of ups and downs, from public scrutiny to Bieber’s health challenges with Ramsay Hunt syndrome in 2022. Recent months have shown them in high spirits, often spotted on date nights or sharing affectionate posts online. The pregnancy joke, while a tease, tapped into fans’ genuine excitement for the next chapter of their love story—something Bieber seems well aware of.
Of course, not everyone was amused. A handful of followers expressed disappointment, with one commenting, “Don’t play with our hearts like that, Justin!” Others speculated that the prank might hint at a deeper truth, with conspiracy theories swirling that the couple could be testing the waters for a real announcement down the line. For now, though, there’s no evidence to suggest a Bieber baby is on the way—just a singer with a knack for keeping his audience on their toes.
As the laughter dies down, Bieber’s latest stunt reinforces his unpredictable charm. Whether he’s dropping a surprise album or pulling a fast one on his fans, he knows how to command attention. For Beliebers, the Hailey Baldwin pregnant joke was a rollercoaster of emotions—brief elation, mild betrayal, and ultimately, amusement. In true Justin Bieber fashion, he’s left us all guessing what he’ll do next, proving once again that with him, nothing is ever quite as it seems.
