Fans react to the singer’s controversial post featuring a series of smoking snapshots.

March 5, 2025: Justin Bieber is once again at the center of controversy after sharing a series of Instagram photos on Tuesday, seemingly showing him smoking from a bong. The post quickly ignited backlash, with fans and critics expressing their disappointment.

The Photos That Sparked Debate

In the images, the 30-year-old pop star is seen holding what appears to be a bong while casually posing in various settings. The post, which lacked any caption, left fans speculating about the intent behind the photos.

Some supporters defended Bieber, arguing that marijuana is legal in many places and that he should be free to make personal choices. However, others criticized him for publicly promoting drug use, especially given his past struggles with substance abuse.

Fans React on Social Media

Bieber’s comment section quickly filled with mixed reactions.

• “Not a good look, man. You’ve come so far—don’t go back down this road,” one fan wrote.
• “He’s an adult, let him live,” another argued.
• “This is disappointing. You have so many young fans watching,” a concerned follower commented.
• “The amount of people shook over him smoking is a bid in itself ????????????‼️AT LEAST HE SMOKING AMERICAN GLASS ????????????????” another fan commented.

Bieber’s History with Substance Use

The backlash comes as Bieber has previously been open about his struggles with drug use in his younger years. In his 2020 documentary Seasons, he admitted to using substances as a coping mechanism but said he had worked hard to overcome his addiction.

Given his past statements, some fans feel that sharing these images sends the wrong message, especially to his younger audience.

Will Bieber Respond?

As of now, Bieber has not addressed the criticism or explained the reasoning behind his post. Whether he will respond or let the controversy fade remains to be seen.

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Published by HOLR Magazine

Image Credit:Instagram @justinbieber