DINH DOONG

The relationship between Justin Bieber and the Kardashian family has long been a subject of fascination for fans and media outlets alike. Particularly intriguing are the rumors surrounding Justin’s alleged romantic involvement with Kourtney Kardashian and the speculation about the paternity of her son, Reign. Although these rumors have never been confirmed, they have fueled ongoing curiosity about the true nature of Justin and Kourtney’s connection and the dynamics within the Kardashian-Jenner clan.

The origins of Justin Bieber’s association with the Kardashian family date back to his early years in the spotlight. Kim Kardashian once stated in an interview that she wanted to set up her younger sister, Kendall Jenner, with Justin, who at the time was 16 years old, while Kendall was only 14. While this comment was made in a lighthearted manner, it sparked a relationship between Justin and the family, with numerous rumors surfacing over the years about his interactions with various Kardashian-Jenner sisters.

Among these rumored relationships, the one with Kourtney Kardashian has garnered the most attention. The age gap between the two—Justin was 21 and Kourtney 36 at the time of the rumors—only added fuel to the fire. The speculation about their involvement began in October 2015, when Kourtney was spotted at the popular West Hollywood club, The Nice Guy, with Justin. Although they arrived separately, the fact that they left together in Justin’s car led to widespread rumors that they were romantically involved.

This was not an isolated incident. They were seen together multiple times over the following months, with outings to Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights and several more visits to The Nice Guy. Eyewitnesses reported seeing Justin with his arm around Kourtney, teasing her and displaying a playful closeness. These repeated sightings caused many to believe that there was more to their relationship than just friendship.

While Justin downplayed the rumors in an interview, suggesting that he was being “taken advantage of” and leaving the specifics of his relationship with Kourtney ambiguous, his comments did little to stop the speculation. The Kardashians are well known for their control over media narratives, and many believed that the rumors were strategically managed to keep the family in the limelight.

One of the most sensational rumors to emerge from this period was the suggestion that Justin Bieber might be the father of Kourtney’s youngest child, Reign. Fans and media outlets alike have noted a resemblance between Reign and Justin, with some even suggesting that Kourtney’s decision to keep the paternity of her children private could be linked to these rumors. Despite the fact that Reign is officially acknowledged as the son of Kourtney’s longtime partner, Scott Disick, the speculation has persisted.

There have been reports that Scott Disick himself expressed concerns about Reign’s paternity. Allegedly, Scott requested a paternity test for Reign, but Kourtney refused, further fueling the rumors. This was in contrast to an earlier paternity test conducted for their eldest son, Mason, amid rumors of Kourtney’s affair with a model. The differing responses to these paternity tests have led to even more intrigue, with many questioning whether there might be some truth to the rumors about Justin’s involvement.

One TikTok page went viral for drawing attention to the striking resemblance between Justin and Reign, prompting discussions about whether Justin could indeed be Reign’s father. The timing of Kourtney’s relationship with Justin and the birth of Reign has also added to the speculation. Reign was born during a tumultuous period in Kourtney and Scott’s relationship, which eventually led to their breakup less than a year later. Some have speculated that Kourtney may have turned to Justin during this time of instability, leading to the possibility of him being the father of her child.

Adding further complexity to the situation is the dynamic between Justin and Scott. Reports suggest that Scott was uncomfortable with Kourtney’s interactions with Justin, which only exacerbated the tension between the former couple. Justin himself seemed to play into the rumors, posting a cryptic Instagram photo around the time of the alleged affair, which some interpreted as a reference to Kourtney. The photo, which featured a caption reading “Lord knows,” only added fuel to the fire, with fans speculating that it was a veiled reference to Scott, whose nickname is “Lord Disick.”

Meanwhile, Justin’s relationship with his wife, Hailey Bieber, has also been affected by these rumors. There are reports that Hailey has set strict boundaries regarding Justin’s interactions with Kourtney, possibly due to her own insecurities about their past involvement. This has led to speculation that Hailey may have imposed restrictions on Justin’s ability to socialize with Kourtney, reflecting underlying tension in their marriage.

In conclusion, the rumors surrounding Justin Bieber’s involvement with Kourtney Kardashian and the paternity of her son, Reign, continue to captivate fans and fuel endless speculation. While there is no concrete evidence to suggest that Justin is Reign’s father, the timing of their relationship, coupled with Reign’s resemblance to the pop star, has kept the rumor mill turning. Whether these rumors are based in reality or simply part of the Kardashian family’s carefully crafted media strategy remains to be seen.