The internet doesn’t forget — especially when it comes to a possible feud between Bella Hadid and Karol G. After fans noticed some serious shade during the Victoria’s Secret show, Bella has now publicly apologized (sort of) with a move that many saw as a peace offering… while others think it was just social pressure.
The awkward moment that started it all
During the VS runway, Karol G performed her song Ivonny Bonita as Bella opened the show. But fans were quick to catch that Bella didn’t even acknowledge Karol — not a glance, not a vibe, nothing. At first, people let it slide — runway nerves, maybe? But then came the real drama.
The “apology” post that broke the internet
When Bella posted a clip of her walk on Instagram, she swapped Karol’s track for a Tate McRae song. That move set the internet on fire — fans accused her of shading Karol, claiming she didn’t vibe with bichota energy or with Karol herself.
Two days later, Bella posted again — this time using Karol G’s song in her reel. Of course, it was too late for some people, who said she only did it after getting called out online. Others argued she probably didn’t even realize what Karol was singing and just went with a song that felt more her style.
Maybe her boyfriend helped clear things up
Some fans think her boyfriend, Adan Banuelos — who’s Mexican-American — might’ve explained what the Spanish lyrics actually meant and what people were saying about her. Either way, Bella’s latest post seems to have settled things down.
At the end of the day, both women are icons in their own worlds. No public statements, no shade (for now) — just two queens minding their business again.
This article was originally published in Spanish on Cultura Colectiva.