Challenges Faced by Justin Bieber: Obstacles and Turning Points

A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped Justin Bieber's life and career.

Justin Bieber is a Canadian singer who gained fame in the late 2000s after being discovered on YouTube. His debut EP, My World (2009), achieved international recognition, establishing him as a teen idol and a prominent figure in contemporary pop music.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

April 2010: Vocal Changes Due to Puberty

In April 2010, Justin Bieber acknowledged that his voice was cracking due to puberty, impacting his ability to hit certain notes in songs like "Baby".

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2010: Debut performance of "Pray"

During the debut performance of "Pray" at the 2010 American Music Awards, Justin Bieber's changing voice became evident, as puberty was considered a potential threat to his career at the time.

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2010: Criticism for youthful appearance

In 2010, Justin Bieber received criticism for looking and sounding younger than his actual age, which contributed to his image as a teen heartthrob.

2011: Androgynous appearance in media

In 2011, Justin Bieber's androgynous appearance, including his cover on LOVE magazine, garnered attention and was noted in the media.

February 9, 2013: Hosting and Musical Guest Appearance on Saturday Night Live

On February 9, 2013, Justin Bieber returned to Saturday Night Live as the host and musical guest. His appearance was criticized by critics and cast members.

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March 7, 2013: Fainting at London's O2 Arena

On March 7, 2013, Justin Bieber fainted backstage at London's O2 Arena after experiencing breathing problems during his concert performance and was subsequently hospitalized.

2013: Controversial events and image change

In 2013, Justin Bieber was involved in several controversial events that drastically affected his clean-cut image, including abandoning a pet monkey in Germany and urinating in a bucket.

March 2014: Rolling Stone cover as "Bad Boy"

In March 2014, Rolling Stone featured Justin Bieber on its cover with the title "Bad Boy", marking a shift in his public image.

July 24, 2017: Cancellation of Purpose World Tour Dates

On July 24, 2017, Justin Bieber cancelled the remaining dates of the Purpose World Tour due to "unforeseen circumstances."

January 2020: Diagnosis of Lyme disease and infectious mononucleosis

In January 2020, Justin Bieber announced on his Instagram that he had been diagnosed with Lyme disease and infectious mononucleosis.

2020: Addiction struggles revealed in docu-series "Seasons"

In the 2020 American YouTube docu-series "Seasons", Justin Bieber opened up about his struggles with addiction in the early stages of his career, including the consumption of lean, MDMA, and hallucinogenic mushrooms.

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