Justin Bieber Tried To ‘Cover Up' His Selena Gomez Tattoo
In the video footage accompanying his GQ cover, Justin Bieber explains the significance of many of his tattoos.
www.billboard.comHere’s a quick update on the latest around Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez, and their tattoos.
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A viral clip in 2025 fueled chatter about Justin Bieber’s tattoo of Selena Gomez, prompting speculation about his marriage dynamics; many outlets noted the moment when Bieber glanced at the Gomez-inspired tattoo during a social post, renewing questions about whether the ink would be altered or covered. The same discussions highlighted that Bieber previously signaled intentions to shade or cover the tattoo, though public updates since then have varied in specificity.[1][3][6]
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In prior years, Bieber has discussed the tattoo as a tribute to Selena Gomez but has also expressed an interest in modifying it, with multiple reports indicating he attempted to obscure the face with shading rather than removing it entirely; fans and commentators have used the tattoo as a talking point about lasting ink and ex-relationships in pop culture.[3][6][1]
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Selena Gomez has not publicly commented on changes to Bieber’s tattoo, and major outlets have treated the topic as celebrity tattoo lore and fan speculation rather than a confirmed, ongoing storyline; coverage tends to focus on the tattoo’s origin, how Bieber has managed it over time, and the broader discussion around ink commemorating past relationships.[9][3]
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Would you like me to gather a focused timeline or fetch the latest single article recap from this week? I can also search for any new statements from Bieber, Gomez, or their representatives if you want the freshest updates.[1][3][9]