Hailey Bieber may be riding high after the massive $1 billion sale of her Rhode cosmetics brand to E.L.F. Beauty, but behind the scenes, there’s growing concern over what this means for her marriage to Justin Bieber. The couple, who reportedly never signed a prenuptial agreement, could be heading for financial and emotional turbulence if they ever decide to split.
No Prenup, High Stakes
According to legal experts, Hailey’s lack of a prenuptial agreement could make her vulnerable. Since Rhode was founded during their marriage, the proceeds from its sale are considered community property in the state of California. This means Justin could be legally entitled to half of the earnings.
Divorce attorney Stephanie Blum, who is not involved with the couple, explained, “Since Hailey founded Rhode during the marriage, the money she receives for the sale would be considered community property and thus a court would order the monies divided equally between them.”
While Hailey’s deal with E.L.F. is for $800 million upfront with the possibility of an additional $200 million based on future performance, the entire sum could potentially be split down the middle in the event of a divorce.
Justin’s Earnings Likely Protected
Justin also sold off a large chunk of his music catalog in 2022 for a reported $200 million. However, that money may be safe from division. If those songs were created and monetized before the marriage, the profits are likely considered his separate property. Still, Blum notes that if Justin mixed those funds with money earned during the marriage, things could get complicated in court.
Family and Friends Are Worried
Sources close to Hailey told the Daily Mail that her friends and family are becoming increasingly concerned that Justin might take advantage of her financially. There are rumors that the pop star is struggling with debt, and that Hailey’s new fortune could end up being used to bail him out.
“Friends of Hailey are concerned that she has been so ride or die with Justin that she might get enveloped into bailing him out of financial struggles,” a source said.
Despite her loyalty, those close to her are urging Hailey to be cautious and not let her love for Justin cloud her judgment.
Tensions Behind Closed Doors
Beyond the financial issues, insiders claim the couple has been dealing with constant friction. Reports describe frequent arguments, including a now-viral incident where Justin admitted to telling Hailey she’d never make the cover of Vogue just to hurt her feelings during a fight. His attempt to turn the confession into a sweet tribute fell flat, with fans slamming him for bringing up the insult at all.
An insider claimed, “They’re regularly at each other’s throats. That argument was not out of the ordinary.”
Power Shift in Their Marriage
At the time of their wedding in 2018, Justin was clearly the wealthier and more established partner. But with Hailey’s Rhode deal potentially elevating her net worth far above his, the dynamic may have shifted.
Blum pointed out that in high-profile marriages without prenups, the lesser-earning spouse often benefits in a divorce. “Probably when they got married, Justin had greater wealth. Would anyone have anticipated that Hailey would end up being the richer spouse? Probably not—but good for her.”
The Bottom Line
What was once seen as a fairytale marriage is now under intense scrutiny as financial success and personal struggles collide. Without a prenuptial agreement in place, Hailey’s billion-dollar success could become a battleground if her marriage to Justin Bieber takes a turn.
