Justin Bieber and Diddy have a long history together, dating back to when Bieber was just 15 years old. Like, “Diddy-was-my-mentor-when-I-was-a-literal-child” back.
They hung out, made music, and Diddy even gave Justin his first shot of alcohol (on his 21st birthday, folks, let’s not get crazy).
But now, with Diddy’s arrest, all those old videos and stories are resurfacing, and they’re hitting different. It’s like finding out your cool uncle who let you stay up late was actually… not so cool after all.
Justin Bieber has reportedly distanced himself from Diddy following the rapper’s arrest for sexual abuse charges in September 2024. While Bieber hasn’t publicly commented, insiders reveal he’s been confiding in close friends about how difficult this situation has been, given their long history.
A Friendship Shaped by Mentorship, Fame, and Now, Scandal
In the late 2000s, Bieber was a rising star, and Diddy—one of the most successful figures in music—was someone the young singer idolized. Diddy, who had mentored big names like Usher (also Bieber’s mentor), became a figure in Bieber’s life, often offering advice and even inviting him to hang out at his mansion.
Back in 2020, Justin got all teary-eyed talking about wanting to protect young stars like Billie Eilish from the dark side of fame. He said, “I don’t want her to go through anything I went through.” Now, those words are hitting harder than a double espresso on an empty stomach.
2009: At just 15, Bieber spent “48 hours” with Diddy, and the two formed a bond. They rode around in Lamborghinis, and Diddy famously refused to reveal what they were up to, calling it “a 15-year-old’s dream.”
While it seemed like innocent fun at the time, this footage has resurfaced and left fans feeling uneasy, given the current allegations.
2010: In another video, Diddy jokingly confronted Bieber about how they didn’t hang out as much anymore, teasing him about his rising fame and new friends. Diddy made Bieber a member of his Dirty Money crew, teaching him to “swag walk” and push back “haters.”
2011: Their bond was strong enough that they made a joint appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where Diddy described Bieber as a “little brother” in the music industry. He mentioned the importance of protecting Bieber, who was navigating fame at a young age.
Over the years, the two appeared to maintain a friendship. Diddy gave Bieber his first shot of alcohol on his 21st birthday and even featured him on his 2023 album The Love Album: Off The Grid.
But their connection has now been tainted by the allegations surrounding Diddy’s arrest.
Diddy’s September 2024 arrest for charges of sexual abuse, human trafficking, and running a criminal enterprise shocked the music world.
The charges claim Diddy used his power and influence to exploit women and conceal his criminal activities. Bieber, who was once close to the rapper, is reportedly struggling with the news.
According to sources, Bieber has been privately confiding in friends, describing his experiences with Diddy as a “nightmare” and feeling deeply conflicted about their past friendship.
Having battled his own demons with fame, addiction, and depression, Bieber has always been vocal about the dark side of the music industry, and Diddy’s arrest appears to have stirred up these past feelings.
Cryptic Reactions and a Focus on Family
While Justin hasn’t publicly commented on the scandal, his wife, Hailey Bieber, has posted some cryptic messages. In one instance, Hailey shared a 2017 throwback photo of Justin flipping off the camera with the caption “Mood,” leaving fans to speculate about the deeper meaning behind the post.
Bieber, however, seems to be leaning on his family for support. According to those close to him, he’s focusing on his wife Hailey and their new baby boy, Jack Blue, as a way to distance himself from the controversy.
Still, the resurfaced videos and memories from his time with Diddy are clearly weighing heavily on him.
Do you think Bieber should speak out publicly about his experiences with Diddy? And how might this change how fans view Bieber’s early years in the music industry?
Averagebeing’s Take: While Justin Bieber remains silent in public, it’s clear this situation is taking a toll on him. Maybe instead of speculating, we should be having bigger conversations about protecting young talent in showbiz.
