Justin and Hailey Bieber's latest public appearance has done little to quell ongoing speculation about the state of their marriage, as the couple were photographed in a notably silent and sullen lunch outing in West Hollywood.
A Tense Public Appearance
The sighting occurred on Friday, December 19, just six days before Christmas. The pair stepped out for lunch in their typically fashion-forward styles, but it was their complete lack of communication that captured attention. Hailey, 29, was wrapped in an oversized black coat with baggy grey trousers and a beige top, accessorised with dark sunglasses. She crossed the street clutching a large tote bag while her husband of seven years followed closely behind.
Justin, 31 – who has prompted concern among followers about his wellbeing in recent months – opted for a casual look of very baggy shorts, a grey hoodie, and comfortable shoes with white crew socks. Neither appeared to exchange a single word as they made their way to a waiting car accompanied by a bodyguard, casting a pall over the festive season.
A Pattern of Pensive Outings
This lunch date came merely hours after the couple attended a holiday party at Beverly Hills' Funke restaurant on Thursday night, where they were also described as equally taciturn. For that evening event, Justin showcased his skater-chic aesthetic in a black leather jacket, red shirt, and baggy dark blue jeans. Hailey turned heads in a black semi-crop top that revealed her toned abs, paired with blue jeans and a stylish black jacket featuring a cow-print fleece collar.
Despite their coordinated stylishness, the apparent silence between them has become a focal point, lending credence to rumours of marital strife that plagued the couple during the first half of the year.
Addressing the Rumours Head-On
The Biebers, who first married in a New York City courthouse in 2018 before holding a larger traditional ceremony in 2019, have been open about facing challenges. In July, Justin addressed the speculation directly through his album Swag. The emotional lyrics laid bare relationship struggles, mentioning 'testing patience' and 'taking a break', while also asserting he 'will not' leave her.
More recently, in a November interview with GQ magazine, Hailey offered a candid update. "We're just taking it a day at a time," she shared. The model and Rhode Skin founder acknowledged the public nature of their union but expressed comfort with their current boundaries. "Our life is our life and it is really public, so I think we're just going to cross every bridge that we need to when we get there," she stated.
The dynamic of their relationship has evolved since they welcomed their first child, son Jack Blues in August 2024. Hailey emphasised their shared priority, saying, "We both feel very protective of our son and I don't think that's ever going to change."
While the couple continues to navigate life in the spotlight, their latest silent outing ensures that public fascination with their partnership remains as prominent as ever.
