Justin Bieber became one of the biggest pop stars in the world when he burst onto the scene in 2009 at just 15 years old.
He signed a record deal with music industry bigwig Scooter Braun two years prior and with his sweeping fringe and perfect voice, it was clear to those around him that Justin was born for pop stardom.
But the 30-year-old has sparked concern among fans in recent months as his appearance has grown increasingly dishevelled and gaunt.
The change in the star’s demeanour appears to have coincided with the epic fall from grace of his former mentor Diddy amid allegations of sex trafficking and racketeering offences against the rapper.
In January 2024, Justin looked like his usual self, sharing selfies to Instagram sporting a healthy appearance.
But as the months went on, he appeared noticeably thinner and more downcast as Diddy’s situation continued to worsen, culminating in his September 2024 arrest.
Justin Bieber has sparked concern among fans in recent months as his appearance has grown increasingly dishevelled and gaunt (pictured in January 2025)
The change in the star’s demeanour appears to have coincided with the epic fall from grace of his former mentor Diddy (pictured together in 2014)
In January 2024, Justin looked like his usual self, sharing selfies to Instagram sporting a healthy appearance
Diddy – whose real name is Sean Combs – has vehemently denied all accusations that have been levied against him since his arrest and Justin has not spoken out about or given comment on the situation or allegations.
In September, Justin and his wife Hailey were spotted heading home from a church service in Los Angeles where the singer looked considerably thinner and also sported a pair of slippers.
On another outing in October, Justin was spotted behind the wheel of his car where his face had a more gaunt appearance than usual.
The hitmaker sparked more concern in January on an outing in New York City where he appeared stone-faced in a yellow hoodie.
During another appearance that month, he looked exhausted after he was spotted leaving a studio in the Big Apple alone.
In the month of Diddy’s arrest, a clip branded ‘creepy’ by social media users resurfaced online of the rapper alongside a then 15-year-old Justin documenting his ’48 hours’ staying with the young singer.
In the clip Diddy stands next to the young pop sensation and tells the camera: ‘He’s having 48 hours with Diddy, where we hanging out and what we’re doing we can’t really disclose.
‘But it’s definitely a 15-year-old’s dream.’
In September, Justin and his wife Hailey were spotted heading home from a church service in Los Angeles where the singer looked considerably thinner and also sported a pair of slippers
On another outing in October, Justin was spotted behind the wheel of his car where his face had a more gaunt appearance than usual
In January, Justin looked exhausted after he was spotted leaving a studio in NYC alone
The hip hop mogul, 54, adds: ‘I have been given custody of him. He’s signed to Usher and I had legal guardianship of Usher when he did his first album.’
Diddy continues: ‘I don’t have legal guardianship of him [Bieber] but for the next 48 hours he’s with me and we’re gonna go full crazy.’
Bieber, wearing a black baseball cap and purple shirt smiles and looks up at Diddy throughout the video, making small comments such as ‘yeah’ and ‘full crazy.’
Justin is said to be so deeply ‘disturbed’ by the news of Diddy’s arrest on sex-trafficking charges that he’s cut himself off from the world.
Speaking exclusively to DailyMail.com, an insider said that new dad Justin has been completely ‘thrown’ by the harrowing allegations and is grappling to make sense of them – especially given that he collaborated with Diddy less than a year ago.
The source said of the fragile singer: ‘Bieber is so disturbed by the Diddy news and is unwilling to process it or discuss it so he has shut off.
‘So many people who helped to make him who he is were very close to Diddy and it has completely thrown him.
Justin has appeared noticeably thinner and more downcast as Diddy’s situation continued to worsen, culminating in his September 2024 arrest (pictured in February 2025)
‘Disturbing’ footage of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs with 15-year-old Justin Bieber has resurfaced online after the rapper was arrested on sex-trafficking charges
‘Justin hasn’t been responding on this since the home raids. He’s not going to.’
The insider added that Justin deeply regrets having collaborated with the disgraced mogul last year, and would never have done so had he known the allegations that have since come to light.
They continued: ‘He had a long break from Diddy when he believes most of this took place and he had distanced himself from him.
‘He was featured on Diddy’s most recent album, and had he known any of this, there is no way he would have done it.’
A source admitted to MailOnline that the star has been struggling with his mental health for a few years.
They explained: ‘Justin has been struggling for the last couple of years with his mental health and a significant part of that is down to his worry about being in certain public situations.
Justin is said to be so deeply ‘disturbed’ by the news of Diddy’s arrest on sex-trafficking charges that he’s cut himself off from the world (pictured in 2010)
They continued: ‘He had a long break from Diddy when he believes most of this took place and he had distanced himself from him’ (pictured in 2014)
‘He has built up a deep fear of being out in spaces with lots of people and has a deep-seated worry about large crowds.’
The source added that his wife Hailey is encouraging him to spend time with those close to him rather than attend public outings where he will be surrounded by strangers.
They continued: ‘The toll of being locked away from the world is also tough. It is tough on a partner, like Hailey, who is supportive and wants to help him get through these moments.
‘Their recent trip to Aspen is an example of how she is encouraging him back out in public with close friends.’
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