Victoria Monet and her boyfriend, John Gaines, have had a tumultuous relationship since he starred in her music video. The couple has also welcomed a baby girl together. However, recent speculation has emerged on social media about the origins of their relationship.
A post on the Lipstick Alley Facebook group, now circulating among fans on X (formerly Twitter), has sparked rumors that Monet may have taken Gaines from another woman. The post, originally shared in 2020, expressed outrage over Monet’s pregnancy announcement, revealing that Gaines was the ex-boyfriend of the user’s cousin.
According to the post, Gaines was still in a relationship when he met Monet on the set of her “Moment” music video. It was unusual that he traveled alone to Africa to film the video, as his then-girlfriend usually accompanied him to his modeling gigs and events. Shortly after meeting Monet, Gaines reportedly broke up with his long-term girlfriend, the user’s cousin.
The post further alleged that Gaines referred to Monet as a “floozy” and claimed he “DID NOT want to keep the baby.” The user expressed disappointment in Monet, questioning her morals for being involved with a man who allegedly did not have her or their child’s best interests at heart.
Monet and Gaines initially kept their relationship low-key, reportedly meeting on the set of her music video. They announced their pregnancy in December 2020 and welcomed their daughter, Hazel, in February 2021. Gaines celebrated Hazel’s arrival on Instagram, posting a photo of her tiny hand wrapped around Monet’s finger with the caption: “I love you @victoriamonet. Thank you for the best early birthday gift I could ask for. #girldad”
