The NBA’s free agency period is underway and so far, things haven’t quite worked out for the Lakers. They missed out on their top target, Warriors guard Klay Thompson (off to Dallas), and saw another of their preferred targets—center Jonas Valanciunas—sign with Washington. There’s some debate about how much interest the Lakers had in point guard Chris Paul, but it’s a moot point because he has landed with the Spurs.

The Lakers will re-sign star LeBron James, who was said to be willing to take a discount if it would help the Lakers land a star with their mid-level exception. But those options are diminishing.

Increasingly, it appears that if the Lakers do want to make a significant change to the roster, they will need to seek a trade. And one name that could gain traction over time is center Jarrett Allen, the Cavaliers big man who could be made available this summer.

“They’ve been pretty conservative with that group so something would have to change,” one Eastern Conference executive said. “They don’t want to trade (Donovan) Mitchell. They don’t want to trade (Darius) Garland. They’re not trading Evan Mobley. And they have not been pushing for a Jarrett Allen trade. But that’s just where things stand now—if they start getting offers, they’d have to consider moving Allen. But he won’t be cheap, he’s a high-impact guy.”

Jarrett Allen a Tough Defensive Center

The Lakers would be an interesting fit for Allen, who averaged 16.5 points and 10.5 rebounds. L.A. has hoped to add a center to play alongside Anthony Davis, who prefers to be a power forward, but that has been a fruitless quest the Lakers have been on pretty much since Davis arrived in 2019.

Allen is, indeed, an impact player. He is an excellent rebounder and defensive player, and was an All-Star in 2021. However, he is not a shooter. Allen has attempted just 111 3-pointers in his seven NBA seasons, and made only 17.1% of them.

There would be some concern about the Lakers adding another non-shooter to their starting five. Spacing was a problem for the offense last year, with Davis and LeBron James doing their best work around the basket. Adding Allen would create more of a clog in the middle.

Still, an interior of Allen and Davis would be formidable on the defensive end. Davis is a five-time All-Defense selection, and Allen finished 10th in Defensive Player of the Year voting last season.

Lakers Could Have Difficulty Constructing Trade Package

Allen is entering the third year of a five-year, $100 million contract he signed with the Cavaliers in 2021. He makes $20 million per year, a reasonable price for his production.

One problem the Lakers would have in making a deal for Allen is finding the right talent to send to the Cavaliers. L.A. could match salaries by giving up Rui Hachimura and point guard Jalen Hood-Schifino, and include one of its future first-round picks—2029 or 2031. But the Cavs would want a better win-now return for Allen.

A package of Austin Reaves and Jarred Vanderbilt, with a future pick, is a lot more likely to get the Cavaliers’ attention. But the Lakers have insisted they won’t be trading Reaves this summer, which would scuttle that possibility.

Fox Sports host used Bronny to take a shot at LeBron

Skip Bayless is a bigger fan Bronny James than his father

LeBron James Jr., known as Bronny James, has succeeded in following his father’s footsteps and joining him on the Los Angeles Lakers.

One common feeling is that Bronny does not deserve a spot on an NBA roster just because he is LeBron James’ son. However, Skip Bayless is one of the few who sees potential in Bronny, because of the one gene his father did not pass down to him.

Why does Skip Bayless hate LeBron James?

The Fox Sports host is a well-known hater of LeBron James. His crucifixion of James on ESPN First Take with Stephen A. Smith after the Miami Heat’s collapse against the Dallas Mavericks in the 2011 NBA Finals helped catapult the show, and his career, to new heights. Since then, Bayless has worn his feelings for LeBron on his sleeve like a badge of honor.

One of his main critiques of the NBA’s all-time leading scorer is his reluctance to shoot the ball in clutch situations. According to Bayless, LeBron’s lack of a “killer instinct” will always keep him below Michael Jordan basketball’s GOAT debate.

What did Skip Bayless say about Bronny James?

How does LeBron’s son tie in to all of this? On Thursday, Skip claimed on the Skip Bayless Show: “I’ve always gotten the feeling that Bronny had a bigger clutch gene than [LeBron James] does.”

Bronny must have gotten the “clutch gene” from his mother, Savannah James, because Bayless has never thought the word “clutch” to be a part of Bron’s DNA. Skip’s willingness to overlook Bronny’s struggles in college and the allegations of nepotism to go to bat for the newest Laker made people wonder if it was just a circuitous way to throw more hatred at LeBron James.

“Skip’s new strategy in trying to finally have his existence be acknowledged by LeBron: go after his kid,” one comment on X said about the viral clip.

LeBron does EXACTLY what Skip wants him to do, takes over in the 2nd half, comes back down 13 and wins WHILE hitting the clutch 3 that wins the game, yet Skip still flip flops and makes excuses? You have to be the most SORRY and PATHETIC man alive. @RealSkipBayless pic.twitter.com/yJ6LiwGJIg

— Vulcan (@Isaacwutzke) May 20, 2021

LeBron’s genes played a big factor in getting Bronny to the NBA without a doubt. Which genes played the biggest role is now up for debate, but Skip Bayless claims to be the foremost scientist on the matter.​

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Did Justin Bieber Have a Hair Transplant? Experts Weigh In on Telltale Signs

“In the before photos, he’s displaying classic male pattern baldness,” notes Manhattan-based cosmetic cutter Dr. Yoel Shahar. “The angle of the hair goes deep and backward on the sides, and in the recent photo, his hairline looks more forward and is not at as sharp an angle. From one side to another, it looks almost horizontal. That sort of effect always comes from hair transplantation.”

Dr. Nicholas Jones, an Atlanta-based cosmetic surgeon, agrees, saying Justin’s hairline has undergone a “dramatic change” and “seemingly swift and complete” transformation.

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“Follicular unit extraction (FUE) can achieve very natural-looking results,” Jones explains. “In FUE, individual hair follicles are extracted from a donor area on the scalp and transplanted to the thinning areas.”

 

Jones adds, “This can create a denser, more defined hairline, which could explain the uniformity we’re seeing in Justin’s case. Natural hairlines are slightly irregular, and some areas grow more than others.”

Sources exclusively tell In Touch the “What Do You Mean” singer had been self-conscious about his thinning locks for years before deciding to do something about it.

“He’s thinks of himself as this boyishly handsome guy,” says an insider. “And the image in the mirror started to look a little different from that idea of himself.”

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Justin Bieber Only at Marital Home With Wife Hailey a ‘Couple of Nights a Week’ Amid

Justin Bieber is honoring wife Hailey Bieber‘s request for time apart by getting his own place in Beverly Hills, say sources who note the move is taking a serious toll because he falls to pieces without her by his side at all times.

Insiders exclusively tell In Touch the 30-year-old “Stay” singer is reluctantly giving the 27-year-old model some breathing space in an attempt to save their five-year marriage.

Teen Mom’s Leah Says She’s ‘Cordial’ With Jeremy After Filing Protective Order

“Justin got another place in Beverly Hills so he could give Hailey the space she wanted,” says a source. “He’s only there a couple of nights a week, if that, but it’s still really tough on him!”

ARE JUSTIN AND HAILEY BIEBER STILL TOGETHER AFTER SPLIT RUMORS? UPDATES
As previously reported, sources say the couple has been on each other’s last nerve after a series of blowups over his exes, starting a family, and his endless adolescent tantrums.

But according to our insider, the “Yummy” singer is doing everything he can to avoid divorce court — even if it means spending time apart.

“He’s so dependent on Hailey,” says our source. “She’s everything to him — personal cheerleader, assistant, cook, muse. He’s lost without her. But he’s trying to be tough about it because this is something Hailey wants!”

 

Sources previously say Hailey suffered a serious case of cabin fever while cooped up with Justin over the past several years. He had to cancel his 2021 tour after catching Lyme disease, and in 2022 Hailey suffered a mini-stroke that led to the diagnosis of having a hole in her heart.

“They’re both in better health now so there’s no reason they can’t take a little time for themselves,” says a source. “Hailey’s grateful for the space and says it’s helping clear her head.”

Adds the insider, “Justin’s hating it and hoping this is just a phase and they can go back to the way things were by summer’s end!”

Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin’s Relationship Timeline Amid Pregnancy News

Justin Bieber settled down quickly after rekindling his relationship with wife Hailey Bieber (née Baldwin) in May 2018. Two months after kickstarting their romance, the “Sorry” singer proposed to Hailey while on vacation.

 

“Hailey, I am soooo in love with everything about you! So committed to spending my life getting to know every single part of you, loving you patiently and kindly,” Justin wrote via Instagram a few weeks after popping the big question. “My heart is COMPLETELY and FULLY YOURS and I will ALWAYS put you first! You are the love of my life, Hailey Baldwin, and I wouldn’t want to spend it with anybody else.”

The couple walked down the aisle in October 2018 and reside in Los Angeles. It’s been six years since they said “I Do,” and on May 9, 2024, the couple revealed they were expecting baby No. 1.

 

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Justin and Hailey met for the first backstage at The Today Show after her dad, Stephen Baldwin, introduced the popstar to his daughter.

 

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NOVEMBER 2014

During one of his many breakups from ex-girlfriend Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber jet-setted to New York and celebrated Hailey’s birthday with her. Unsurprisingly, they quickly faced dating rumors and denied having a romantic relationship one month later.

“I’ve known him since I was so young — since I was like 13 — and we’ve just been good friends over the years,” Hailey told E! News that December.

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JANUARY 2016

After years of claiming to be just friends, Justin and Hailey debuted their relationship with a steamy Instagram photo.

The “Yummy” artist uploaded a picture of him and Hailey making out as they were fully embraced in each other’s arms. In the blurry snapshot, the Rhode founder donned daisy dukes and a loose crop top. Justin rocked a denim look completed with a trucker hat.

That being said, the pair never confirmed they were in a relationship, which was short lived. In August, Justin unfollowed Hailey on Instagram.

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IMPORTANT SIDE NOTE

Newly single Selena and Justin found their way back to each other and started officially dating again in November 2017. It was tough for them to get back into the groove of their peak romance and they broke up for the last time in March 2018.

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2018

In May, two months after Jelena became a part of Hollywood “It” couple history, Justin and Hailey reunited.

While fans didn’t see the couple’s rekindling as a serious relationship, they shocked fans when they made it the real deal.

Justin proposed to Hailey during a romantic vacation in early July and they shared the big news a few weeks later.

“God’s timing really is literally perfect. We got engaged on the seventh day of the seventh month. The number seven is the number of spiritual perfection. It’s true — GOOGLE IT! Isn’t that nuts?” the Canada native wrote in his Instagram announcement. “By the way, I didn’t plan that. Anyways, my goodness does [it] feel good to have our future secured! WERE GONNA BE BETTER AT 70, BABY, HERE WE GO!”

Justin and Hailey didn’t waste any time heading down the aisle and they said “I Do” in a New York courthouse ceremony in September.

They denied getting married to the public.

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FEBRUARY 2019

Reality quickly settled in for the newlyweds and they opened up about marriage with Vogue.

“The thing is, marriage is very hard,” the model told the publication. “That is the sentence you should lead with. It’s really effing hard.”

Signs pointed to an invasion of privacy in their relationship in August when Hailey accidentally left an Instagram comment from Justin’s account.

“Meant to type that comment on my Instagram and accidentally typed it on Justin’s LOL,” she later wrote from her Instagram handle.

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SEPTEMBER 2019

One year after their private nuptials, Justin and Hailey exchanged vows once again in a star-studded guest list wedding.

The pair said “I Do” times two in front of family and friends including Kendall Jenner and Jaden Smith at Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina.

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2022

Justin and Hailey seemingly had a great first few years of marriage. While nothing negative happened in their relationship, the two weathered Justin’s Lyme disease diagnosis. The Grammy winner announced his health condition in 2020.

“You have to figure out how to deal with this s–t as it comes, you know? There’s a reason they say ‘for better or for worse.’ Like, that’s for real!” Hailey told Marie Claire in August, before addressing future kids. “That’s going to be a whole other season of navigating how to make that work.”

Although she was honest with her struggles, she gushed that Justin was her lover and “best friend.”

The pair both faced serious health scares after Hailey suffered a mini-stroke in March and Justin was later diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome.

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FEBRUARY 2024

Justin and Hailey hadn’t been seeing eye-to-eye after more than five years of marriage. Although everything seemed to be going well between the two via social media, a source exclusively told In Touch that Hailey “wants to end it so she can be on her own again.”

“Hailey’s grown into a strong individual. As a model, she’s learned how to deal with stress, whereas Justin has been babied his whole life. Hailey sees him as an immature kid at times,” the insider revealed. ​

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MARCH 2024

Things got worse between the Hollywood stars after a source exclusively told In Touch that Hailey is considering pitching a separation trial from Justin.

“Hailey’s struggling. She just needs time to sort things out on her own,” the source shared. “Hailey just wants to live by herself for a while.”

Later that month, the Who’s In My Bathroom? host seemingly fired shots at Selena. Hailey shared a screenshot of Beyoncé’s version of the song “Jolene” via Instagram Stories and wrote, “Whew.”

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MAY 2024

Despite the rumors that Justin and Hailey’s marriage was on the rocks, the couple proved they were just fine when they announced Hailey was pregnant with their first child on May 9, 2024. The pair shared the news via Instagram and included a sweet video clip of Hailey and Justin seemingly renewing their vows. Hailey was wearing a form-fitting lace dress and held a small bouquet of wildflowers in her hand. When the camera panned out, fans saw the beginnings of a small baby bump.

Along with the video, Hailey included shots of Justin taking photos of her with her growing belly on display.

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Are Justin and Hailey Bieber Still Together? Where Their Marriage Stands After Split Rumors

Are Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber Still Together?

Justin and Hailey proved they were still together by packing on the PDA at Coachella in April 2024. They were together in the crowd at the festival and looked quite cozy as they listened to Lana del Rey’s set. The couple had their arms wrapped around each other and Justin placed a kiss on his wife’s head in the video.

That same weekend, Justin took the stage for a surprise performance with Tems, and Hailey proudly shared videos from the set on her Instagram Story.

She also acknowledged the singer’s birthday on March 1, 2024, with an Instagram post. “30!!!!!!!????!!????!!!!” she wrote. “That was fast. Words could never truly describe the beauty of who you are. Happy Birthday to you… love of my life, for life.” She also included several PDA photos and videos of the pair.

What Did Stephen Baldwin Say About Justin and Hailey Bieber?

Hailey’s dad, Stephen, shared an Instagram Reel to his IG Story in February 2024 that left fans concerned about the Biebers. The Reel said, “Christians, please when you think of Justin & Hailey, take a moment to offer a little prayer for them to have wisdom, protection and to draw close to the Lord. There are special challenges that folks in high visibility positions face.”

This led internet rumors about the couple to swirl, which the model shut down on March 5, 2024. “Just FYI the stories and constant ‘blind items’ I see on TikTok are 100 [percent] of the time wrong,” she wrote. “Made out of thin air… come from the land of delusion. So I know it may be fun feeding into these stories, but just know they’re always false, xx sorry to spoil it.”

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A source exclusively told In Touch that Hailey “confronted her father, warning him to refrain from further comments if he wishes to maintain a role in her and Justin’s lives.”

When Did Justin and Hailey Bieber Get Married?

Justin and Hailey tied the knot on September 13, 2018. They wed in a civil ceremony at a courthouse in New York City. Just over a year later, they had an actual wedding ceremony and celebration with their loved ones in attendance. The nuptials took place in South Carolina.

Before they walked down the aisle, Justin and Hailey had quite a history. They first met in 2009 when Hailey was just 12 years old. They were introduced by their parents at the Today show when Stephen took his daughter to the set for Justin’s appearance on the morning show.

By 2014, the two became friends after reconnecting during a church service. As dating rumors swirled, they insisted they were strictly platonic. However, they spent New Year’s Eve together. At the end of 2015, Hailey took a holiday vacation with the “Never Say Never” singer and his family. They confirmed they were a couple by ringing in 2016 with a kiss, then split a few weeks later.

In May 2018, Justin and Hailey started spending time together again following his last split from Selena Gomez. The Rhode creator confirmed that their reconciliation happened after they both attended a conference for their church. Justin popped the question in July 2018 during a trip to the Bahamas and they said, “I do” just two months later.

Do Justin and Hailey Bieber Have Kids?

Justin and Hailey announced they’re expecting baby No. `1 in May 2024. The couple shared the exciting news in an Instagram post on May 9, 2024, which included footage and photos from a maternity shoot. Hailey’s baby bump was on display as she wore a lacy white dress, while Justin proudly stood by and took photos of his wife.

 

DEAL OF THE DAY

Prior to the announcement, the Grammy winner said in 2020 that he would be ready to start having kids as soon as Hailey wanted to.

In a February 2022 interview, Hailey explained, “I think ideally in the next couple of years we would try. But there’s a reason they call it try, right? You don’t know how long that process is ever going to take. Definitely no kids this year; that would be a little hectic, I think.”

She revisited the idea in a May 2023 interview. “I literally cry about this all the time,” Hailey admitted. “I want kids so bad but I get scared. It’s enough that people say things about my husband or my friends. I can’t imagine having to confront people saying things about a child. We can only do the best we can to raise them. As long as they feel loved and safe.”

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Is Justin Bieber Going Broke? ‘He Spends More Money Than He’s Got Coming In’

In 2023, Justin Bieber sold the rights to his music catalog for more than $200 million — but In Touch has learned that the star is already running out of cash. He and wife Hailey Bieber, 27, were even forced to take a commercial flight in May because of his dwindling bank account! “While they always fly private, Justin simply couldn’t afford it this time,” a source exclusively tells In Touch. “He spends more money than he’s got coming in, and is now having to cut back on certain luxuries.” The “What Do You Mean?” singer, 30, last toured in 2022, and he hasn’t released an album since 2021. According to the source, Justin’s lack of new income is causing friction with his wealth management team. “They recently advised him against buying Hailey a $700K diamond ring, so he applied for a loan. But the loan was denied and he purchased it anyway,” reveals the source. “If Justin doesn’t make some changes soon, he could lose everything. He is going to go broke.”

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Justin Bieber Posts Photos of Himself Crying and Wife Hailey Reacts: ‘A Pretty Crier’

Justin Bieber gave fans a look inside the highs and lows of his life recently by posting a new series of photos to Instagram. The carousel of images was shared on April 27 and featured shots of the singer performing on stage, along with vulnerable photos of him crying.

Justin, 30, let the photos do the talking by adding no caption to his post for extra context. His wife, Hailey Bieber, popped into the comments section and wrote, “a pretty crier,” along with a crying emoji.

Fans also filled the comments section with concerned messages. Many asked Justin why he was crying and others simply let him know that they hoped he was OK.

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The concern comes following Justin’s surprise appearance at Coachella on April 14. He took the stage with Tems for a performance and fans were thrilled to see him singing again. However, an insider exclusively told In Touch that the sighting also sparked fears for Justin’s wellbeing.

“He’s still fragile and seemed checked-out all weekend,” an eyewitness shared. “He finally got his health back, but now friends are worried that he’s spiraling again.”

 

This came on the heels of rumors about trouble in Justin and Hailey’s marriage, which were first sparked by a concerning post on her dad, Stephen Baldwin’s, Instagram Story. In February, he shared a Reel that included the message, “Christians, please when you think of Justin & Hailey, take a moment to offer a little prayer for them to have wisdom, protection and to draw close to the Lord. There are special challenges that folks in high visibility positions face.”

Following the post, blind items about the couple began popping up on social media, which Hailey, 27, clapped back at on March 5. “Just FYI the stories and constant ‘blind items’ I see on TikTok are 100% of the time wrong,” she wrote on Instagram. “Made out of thin air … come from the land of delusion … so I know it may be fun feeding into these stories but just know they’re always false xx sorry to spoil it.”

A source exclusively told In Touch that the couple’s relationship “isn’t in the best place right now,” but added that leaving Justin is not on Hailey’s radar. “Their marriage is Hailey’s priority, as well as keeping [Justin] healthy,” the insider explained. “Coachella was a huge accomplishment for Justin, and everyone is rooting for him. But he’s still very fragile.”

During his introductory press conference with the Los Angeles Lakers, rookie Dalton Knecht shared an intriguing personal detail that caught the attention of fans and media alike. As Knecht addressed the crowd and media, he revealed a fascinating tidbit about his background: he used to be a competitive skateboarder before fully dedicating himself to basketball.

Knecht, who was selected in the second round of the NBA Draft, spoke candidly about his journey to the professional ranks and how his early years on a skateboard shaped his approach to sports. “Skateboarding taught me balance, resilience, and creativity,” Knecht said. “Those skills translated well to basketball, helping me develop a unique playing style and a never-give-up attitude.”

This revelation adds a layer of depth to Knecht’s story, highlighting his diverse athletic background and the unconventional path he took to reach the NBA. Known for his agility, versatility, and tenacity on the court, Knecht attributes much of his success to the lessons learned from skateboarding.

The Lakers’ coaching staff and front office have high hopes for Knecht, praising his work ethic and potential. “Dalton’s journey is a testament to his dedication and passion for the game,” said Lakers head coach Darvin Ham. “We’re excited to see how his unique experiences and skills will contribute to our team.”

Fans are also buzzing about Knecht’s revelation, eager to see how his diverse background will influence his performance on the court. Social media has been abuzz with clips of Knecht’s skateboarding days, and supporters are rallying behind the young athlete as he embarks on his NBA career.

As the Lakers gear up for the upcoming season, Dalton Knecht’s story serves as an inspiring reminder of the varied paths athletes can take to achieve their dreams. His journey from skateboarder to NBA rookie is a testament to perseverance, adaptability, and the unyielding pursuit of excellence.
Stay tuned to see how Dalton Knecht’s unique background and skills will impact the Lakers as they strive for success in the new season.

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Hailey and Justin Bieber Spotted Out Together for the 1st Time Since Announcing Her Pregnancy

Expecting parents Justin Bieber and wife Hailey Bieber (née Baldwin) were spotted in public for the first time after announcing that the model is pregnant with baby No. 1. The couple enjoyed the California sunshine while running errands in Los Angeles on Tuesday, May 14, after their pre-baby vacation.

E! News published photos of the A-listers roaming an outside shopping area as they wore differing attire. Hailey, 27, wore a trendy business outfit including matching black trousers and a blazer with oversized shoulders. The expecting mother tied the piece together with a cropped white top, thin black sunnies and a medallion necklace. Next to Hailey, the “Yummy” singer, 30, wore oversized yellow sweats, a graphic T-shirt of the band R.E.M. and a beige beanie.

Hailey and Justin, who wed in 2018, announced they are expecting their first child on May 9. The pair shared the exciting news by posting a precious video of themselves seemingly renewing their vows. The Rhode founder donned a vintage-inspired white lace wedding dress with a matching veil and train. The Canada native opted for a relaxed ensemble including black pants, a white T-Shirt, a puffy bomber jacket and an Oakland A’s baseball cap.

Hailey’s father, Stephen Baldwin, and Justin’s mother, ​Pattie Mallette, gushed over becoming grandparents via Instagram. Stephen, 57, shared one of the pregnancy announcement photos on May 10, writing, “Love you guys. Blessed beyond words. Praise God. let’s get ready to have some fun y’all.”

​Pattie, 49, congratulated her in-law in the comments section and raised eyebrows among fans.

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“Congratulations Grandpa! WE ARE GONNA HAVE THE CUTEST GRAND-BABIES EVER!” ​Pattie wrote. The comment quickly caught the attention of eagle-eyed fans, who thought she meant that Justin and Hailey are expecting twins.

 

“No not twins lol I wish. I just mean in general. Hopefully they will have more than one eventually,” ​​Pattie wrote in a follow-up comment. “They will make beautiful babies whenever they have them. One is enough for now.”

Hailey and Justin sparked pregnancy rumors throughout their marriage, including the 2021 Met Gala. The Grammy-winning artist wore a twist of a classic suit while the Mrs. looked incredible in a black floor-length Saint Laurent gown with a plunging embellished neckline.

The “Who’s In My Bathroom?” host reacted to baby speculation two years later in an October 2023 interview with GQ. “Recently, everybody was like, ‘Oh, my God, she’s pregnant,’ and that’s happened to me multiple times before,” she told the publication at the time. “There is something that’s disheartening about, ‘Damn, I can’t be bloated one time and not be pregnant?’ It would be a lie if I was like, ‘Oh, yeah, I don’t give a s–t.’”