Singer JUSTIN BIEBER issues statement after online speculation that he's on drugs

Monday, February 24, 2025 - Justin Bieber has dismissed recent speculation that he is using hard drugs, insisting he is simply enjoying life.

A representative for the singer told TMZ that the recurring narrative about Bieber’s alleged drug use is entirely false. Instead, they stated that he is in a positive place—focused on parenting his newborn son with his wife Hailey, working on new music, and looking forward to his 31st birthday later this week.

“The past year has been very transformative for him as he ended several close friendships and business relationships that no longer served him,” the rep said.

Bieber's priorities, according to the representative, are centred on supporting his family, maintaining his health, and creating music. The rep criticized the ongoing speculation about Bieber’s mental and physical well-being, calling it “exhausting and pitiful,” adding that people seem determined to push negative narratives despite the truth.

The singer recently faced scrutiny after being photographed in New York earlier this month with red eyes and dark circles, leading to online speculation about drug use. However, sources close to Bieber told TMZ that he had been recording music all night and lacked sleep, which contributed to his appearance. Additionally, he had spent part of the evening caring for his son, who was having trouble sleeping.

A video of Bieber interacting with a fan at a Rhode pop-up event in Los Angeles last Thursday also fueled speculation, with some social media users claiming he appeared to be under the influence. However, sources insist Bieber was not high, but rather having a lighthearted moment with a fan while supporting Hailey’s event.

Critics have pointed to Bieber’s past struggles with substance abuse as a reason for their concern. The singer has been open about experimenting with marijuana at a young age and later using stronger drugs, revealing that his security team would sometimes check his pulse at night.

However, Bieber has been sober since 2014 and, while he occasionally drinks alcohol socially, he no longer uses prescription pills or other substances. The singer appears to be in a stable place in his life and is frustrated with the ongoing speculation about his health.