Justin Bieber stays loyal to Maple Leafs over Met Gala appearance

Justin Bieber opted out of the Met Gala for the chance to watch his favorite hockey team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, take on the Florida Panthers in the playoffs. While his wife, Hailey Bieber, walked the red carpet solo at the fashion gala, Justin Bieber remained back home and cheered his team on through social media while acknowledging that as well this is a can't-miss event, as his long-time love for hockey and the Maple Leafs shined through.Justin Bieber's affection for the Toronto Maple Leafs has been a well-documented fact. On Met Gala evening, he shared a video on Instagram of himself viewing the game, with the caption, "1 down @mapleleafs," following the team's 5-4 win against the Panthers. This is not the first time Justin Bieber opted to watch hockey instead of something major; he has loved the game and the team for years.Meanwhile, Hailey Bieber went to the Met Gala solo in a black Saint Laurent blazer dress with jewels from Tiffany & Co.Though they went in separately, Justin proved his solidarity by sharing Hailey's look through posts on his Instagram, admiring her looks. It's quite a telling statement about Justin Bieber's character when he skips the Met Gala, the biggest fashion event of the year, to stay home to watch the Maple Leafs game. Much will be made of the fact that he chose hockey over fashion, but it speaks volumes about prioritizing your interests and supporting your local team. Friends and bystanders noticed and acknowledged this decision, and many remarked on how real and committed he was.In the end, Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber both express their interests, Justin Bieber with a love of hockey, and Hailey with her being in the fashion space by showing an equal mixture of personal interest and support.This decision highlights Justin’s unwavering loyalty to his roots and passions, while also showing mutual respect in his marriage, as both he and Hailey continue to support each other’s separate journeys.Also Read: Maple Leafs Aim To Extend Lead In Game 2 Against Panthers