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Pop star Justin Bieber's recent public appearances have sparked widespread concern among fans, prompting his team to address speculation about his well-being. The Grammy winner's representative has firmly denied rumors of substance abuse, stating that Bieber is actually "in one of the best places in his life."
The 30-year-old singer, who has been photographed looking visibly tired in New York City, is reportedly focused on his expanding family life and musical pursuits. His team explained that recent exhausted appearances were simply the result of late-night recording sessions and caring for his six-month-old son, Jack Blues, whom he shares with wife Hailey Bieber.
"The recurring narrative that Justin is using hard drugs is absolutely not true," his representative told TMZ, describing such claims as "exhausting and pitiful." The statement emphasized that Bieber has undergone a "very transformative" year, during which he deliberately ended several close friendships and business relationships that "no longer served him."
This situation echoes Bieber's past struggles with substance abuse, which he openly discussed in his 2020 documentary series. He revealed that his journey with drugs began at age 12, eventually escalating to "pretty heavy drugs" as he grappled with overnight fame. His former manager, Scooter Braun, characterized this period as Bieber's "dark period" between ages 19 and 21.
According to Hailey Bieber, her husband's previous substance use may have been an attempt to self-medicate "crippling anxiety." Justin himself admitted that drugs became "an escape" during a time when he felt lost in the music industry. "I had all this success and it was still like: 'I'm still sad, and I'm still in pain,'" he revealed in a 2021 interview.
Now, sources close to the singer paint a different picture. The new father is said to be actively engaged in parenting while working on new music. His recent disheveled appearances in public have been attributed to the natural demands of balancing studio time with caring for a newborn.
The artist's journey from teen sensation to family man has been marked by both triumphs and challenges. As he approaches his 31st birthday next month, Bieber appears to be embracing a new chapter focused on family and creative pursuits, despite ongoing public scrutiny of his appearance and behavior.
His representative concluded by expressing frustration with persistent negative narratives, emphasizing that such speculation undermines the positive direction of Bieber's life. As the singer continues to prioritize his family and artistic endeavors, his team maintains that he remains committed to the healthy lifestyle he has built in recent years.
