Did you know that Hailey Bieber won’t let her parents meet their newborn child?
There’s a reason behind the decision – and it’s all over politics and religion.
At a glance:
- Hailey Bieber and her husband, Justin Bieber, are distancing their newborn son, Jack, from her parents, Stephen and Kennya Baldwin, due to long-standing family tensions.
- The strained relationship is rooted in religious and political differences, as well as Hailey’s desire for independence.
- Despite becoming a grandparent, Stephen Baldwin’s public actions and posts on social media have added to the tensions between him and Hailey.
New parents Hailey and Justin Bieber are intentionally keeping their son, Jack, away from Hailey’s parents, Stephen and Kennya Baldwin, amid ongoing tensions between Hailey and her family. Sources reveal that Hailey’s relationship with her parents has been strained for years, particularly over religious and political differences, as well as her desire for independence from the Baldwin family name.
Hailey, 27, and Justin, 30, welcomed their first child in August, but unlike many new mothers, Hailey has chosen to keep her parents at arm’s length. Stephen Baldwin publicly celebrated the birth of his grandson on social media, but Hailey did not interact with the post, and her mother, Kennya, raised eyebrows by not acknowledging the birth online at all.
According to an insider, the tension between Hailey and her family worsened when she became pregnant. Hailey reportedly did not inform her parents of her pregnancy for months, which added to the growing distance. A particularly explosive moment occurred when Stephen asked his followers to pray for Hailey and Justin, a post that upset Hailey. She reportedly told her father she did not want him interfering in her life, sparking further conflict.
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The relationship between Hailey and her family had already been on shaky ground for years, with Hailey feeling like the “black sheep” compared to her older sister, Alaia. She also distanced herself from the Baldwin name after marrying Justin, preferring to go by “Bieber” instead. Hailey admitted in a recent interview that she is not as close to her family as she once was, attributing it to her early move to New York City to pursue a modeling career and the independence that came with it.
In addition to these personal tensions, religious and political differences have also played a role. Stephen Baldwin is an outspoken evangelical Christian and a vocal supporter of Donald Trump, positions that have clashed with Hailey’s more liberal views, including her support for Kamala Harris.
These tensions have impacted Justin’s relationship with the Baldwins as well. According to sources, Justin does not get along with Hailey’s family and shares her desire to keep Jack away from their influence. The couple is focused on building their own family, separate from both of their relatives, but this new chapter has been challenging, especially as they navigate parenthood without much familial support.
Despite the friction, Stephen Baldwin has expressed his joy at becoming a grandfather, gushing about baby Jack in a recent interview. However, the public warmth hasn’t translated into a closer relationship with his daughter or grandson. For now, Hailey and Justin remain committed to keeping a distance from both of their families as they raise their son.