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In a heartwarming twist, Justin and Hailey Bieber have revealed a surprising reason behind the name of their newborn son, Jack Blues Bieber. The couple, who welcomed their first child this week, chose the name Jack as a tribute to Justin's father, Jeremy Bieber.
Jack happens to be Jeremy's middle name, a decision that's raised eyebrows and warmed hearts, considering Justin's complex history with his dad. Justin, 30, didn't always have a close relationship with Jeremy, who left when the pop star was just four years old.
In a 2015 interview with Billboard, Justin opened up about the estrangement, explaining that his father had to mature before becoming a consistent figure in his life.
"He was immature. He left for, like, a year when I was about 4. Went to British Columbia, came back on Father's Day," Justin recalled. He added, "There's a misconception that he's this deadbeat dad, but he has been in my life since."
Justin feels closer to his father
Despite their rocky start, the "Lonely" singer revealed in 2016 that he had grown much closer to his father than his mother, Pattie Mallette, who primarily raised him. This renewed bond with Jeremy seems to be reflected in their baby's name, signifying a full-circle moment for the pop star.
While Jeremy's presence in Justin's life has become more prominent over the years, Pattie Mallette was equally ecstatic about the baby news. When Justin and Hailey announced their pregnancy in May, Pattie couldn't contain her excitement.
"Oh my gosh, I'm going to be a grandma. Oh my goodness!" she gushed in an Instagram video. She praised the couple, saying, "Justin and Hailey, you are going to be the best parents ever, and I am so excited. Oh my goodness. Praise God."
Hailey doesn't feel that close to her family
On the other hand, Hailey, 27, has maintained a more distant relationship with her family. In July, she mentioned being "very independent" and "not super close" with her family, despite having "fond, beautiful memories" of her childhood. However, her father, Stephen Baldwin, has been overjoyed about becoming a grandfather, adding to the excitement surrounding the Bieber baby.
While Justin was the first to share the announcement of baby Jack's arrival, Hailey has yet to make her own public post, opting instead to repost Justin's announcement on her Instagram Story. The couple, who have been married since 2018, recently renewed their vows before sharing their pregnancy news with the world.
As the Biebers embark on their journey into parenthood, the tribute to Justin's father in their baby's name adds a meaningful touch to their growing family. Fans are eagerly awaiting more details about baby Jack Blues Bieber, but for now, the mystery surrounding his birthdate and Hailey's silence keeps the intrigue alive.