Hailey Bieber and Bella Hadid are sending the internet into a frenzy all over again after resurfaced bikini photos from their 2018 Miami getaway started making the rounds on social media. The candid paparazzi shots showed the longtime friends lounging poolside in barely-there swimwear, laughing together, and at one point, appearing especially close as Hailey straddled Bella, while the model relaxed on a lounge chair. While some fans called the duo’s chemistry “iconic,” others admitted the viral photos left them feeling a little “uncomfortable.”
Bella Hadid And Hailey Bieber’s Resurfaced Bikini Photos Go Viral Again
The throwback snaps, originally taken during a girls’ trip in Miami back in 2018, have suddenly found a second life online in 2026.
In the now-viral images, Bella lounged in a tiny neutral-toned bikini while Hailey sat on top of her wearing gray shorts and a dark bandeau-style bikini top. Both stars appeared relaxed and carefree as they soaked up the Florida sun.
The intimate body language between the pair immediately reignited online chatter, with social media users flooding X with reactions ranging from amused to confused.
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Several users leaned into the playful nature of the photos, joking about the close friendship dynamic between the two stars. “If your friendship with your bestie doesn’t come with full lesbian allegations in 2026… are you even besties at this point?” one viral post read. Another user joked, “Straight girl activities hit different in Miami. Paparazzi just had the best day of their career lol.”
Others praised the energy between the pair, with one person writing, “Hailey & Bella out here serving pure Miami soulmate energy. The chemistry is illegal. The looks? Lethal. We don’t make ’em like this anymore.”
Some Critics Admit The Photos Made Them ‘Uncomfortable’
Not everyone found the resurfaced snaps amusing, however. One user admitted, “I feel uncomfortable with all these pics from their boat gathering. It’s like the photographer is hiding somewhere offshore taking pics behind something or on a different boat.”
Another critic questioned the revealing nature of some of the swimwear looks from the trip, writing, “I really don’t understand the logic behind opening your bum shorts for people to see your G-string.”
Hailey Bieber And Bella Hadid Were Peak ‘It Girls’ Of The 2010s
Despite the internet discourse, Hailey and Bella have been part of the same celebrity inner circle for years, frequently appearing together at fashion events, parties, and vacations throughout the late 2010s.
The two models were often spotted alongside Kendall Jenner during the height of their “It girl” era, dominating both street style and luxury fashion campaigns while building massive social media followings.
Hailey Bieber And Bella Hadid Are Now In Very Different Chapters Of Life
While the resurfaced Miami photos have fans reminiscing about their carefree 2018 era, both Hailey Bieber and Bella Hadid have since entered very different stages in their personal lives.
Hailey is now married to pop superstar Justin Bieber after the couple tied the knot in 2018, before later celebrating with a larger wedding ceremony in South Carolina in 2019. The pair have remained one of Hollywood’s most talked-about couples ever since, frequently making headlines over their relationship, fashion moments, and public appearances.
Meanwhile, Bella recently faced heartbreak after reportedly splitting from decorated equestrian Adan Banuelos following two years together. According to reports, the breakup was “very serious,” with sources claiming the supermodel has been trying to stay busy with work and close friends while processing the split.