Early Life and Education of Justin Bieber: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Justin Bieber, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Justin Bieber is a Canadian singer and pop icon known for his genre-bending music. Discovered in 2008 by Scooter Braun, he was signed to RBMG Records, a label formed by Braun and Usher. Bieber's debut EP, *My World* (2009), achieved international success and launched him into teen idol status.

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

March 1, 1994: Birth of Justin Bieber

On March 1, 1994, Justin Drew Bieber was born in London, Ontario, Canada.

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April 2010: Bieber discusses vocal changes

In April 2010, Justin Bieber spoke about his voice cracking due to puberty and adjusting his live performances of "Baby" because of it.

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2010: Support for PETA

In 2010, Justin Bieber supported a campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) by urging fans to adopt abandoned pets from shelters.

February 18, 2011: Participation in NBA All-Star Celebrity Game

On February 18, 2011, Justin Bieber participated in the 2011 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game and was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP).

March 2011: Donation of Hair to The Gentle Barn

In March 2011, Justin Bieber donated his hair to Ellen DeGeneres during his appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which was then sold on eBay for over $40,000 to benefit the animal rescue charity, The Gentle Barn.

May 2011: Donation to Japanese Red Cross

In May 2011, Justin Bieber donated proceeds from his concerts in Japan to the Japanese Red Cross following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan in March 2011.

December 2011: Donation to Whitney Elementary School

In December 2011, Justin Bieber donated $100,000 to Whitney Elementary School in Las Vegas to provide students from low income families.

2011: Opposition to the Commercial Felony Streaming Act

In 2011, Justin Bieber was among the content creators opposing Bill S.978, also known as the Commercial Felony Streaming Act, stating that U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar "needs to be locked up, put away in cuffs!"

2011: Honored with Star in Stratford, Ontario

In 2011, Justin Bieber was honoured with a star in front of Avon Theater in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, where he used to busk when he was younger.

2012: Graduation from St. Michael Catholic Secondary School

Justin Bieber graduated from St. Michael Catholic Secondary School in 2012 with a 4.0 GPA.

2012: Campaign for Charity: Water

On his birthday in 2011 and 2012, Justin Bieber launched his campaign to urge his followers to donate on Twitter to Charity: Water, a nonprofit that brings potable drinking water to people in developing countries.

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

On March 7, 2013, Justin Bieber fainted backstage at London's O2 Arena after complaining of breathing problems throughout his concert performance and was taken to the hospital.

2013: Typhoon Haiyan Relief Efforts

In 2013, Justin Bieber launched his online #GiveBackPhilippines campaign to help the victims of Typhoon Haiyan and traveled to the Philippines after raising $3 million.

2014: Jeremy Bieber and Erin Wagner break up

In 2014, Jeremy Bieber and his ex-girlfriend, Erin Wagner, broke up after seven years together. They have two children, daughter Jazmyn and son Jaxon.

November 11, 2015: Purpose World Tour Announcement

On November 11, 2015, Justin Bieber announced that he would embark on the Purpose World Tour.

January 28, 2017: NHL Celebrity All-Star Game Participant

On January 28, 2017, Justin Bieber participated in the 2017 NHL Celebrity All-Star Game as a player, coached by Wayne Gretzky.

September 2017: Donation to American Red Cross after Hurricane Harvey

In September 2017, Justin Bieber donated $25,000 to the American Red Cross to help people in Texas after the severe destruction caused by Hurricane Harvey.

February 2018: Jeremy Bieber's Marriage

In February 2018, Justin Bieber's father, Jeremy Bieber, married his girlfriend Chelsey.

July 7, 2018: Engagement to Hailey Baldwin

On July 7, 2018, Justin Bieber became engaged to model and longtime friend Hailey Baldwin.

September 14, 2018: Baldwin's Tweet on Marriage Status

On September 14, 2018, Hailey Baldwin stated on Twitter that she and Justin Bieber had not yet married, but deleted the tweet afterward.

September 2018: Marriage License and Civil Marriage Reports

In September 2018, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin reportedly obtained a marriage license, leading to reports of a civil marriage.

September 2018: Reported Steps Towards U.S. Citizenship

In September 2018, TMZ reported that Justin Bieber had begun the process of becoming a United States citizen following his marriage to Hailey Baldwin.

November 23, 2018: Bieber's Confirmation of Marriage to Baldwin

On November 23, 2018, Justin Bieber stated that he was married to Hailey Baldwin, confirming their marital status.

2018: Marriage changed his persona.

Following his marriage in 2018, Justin Bieber's public persona began to shift, transitioning away from his teen heartthrob image to a more mature personality.

February 2019: Would "laugh at his past self".

In an interview with Vogue in February 2019, Justin Bieber expressed that he would "laugh at his past self", indicating a changed perspective on his earlier years and experiences.

September 30, 2019: Official Wedding Ceremony

On September 30, 2019, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin had an official wedding ceremony in Bluffton, South Carolina.

December 24, 2019: Announcement of New Album and Tour

On December 24, 2019, Justin Bieber announced that he would be releasing his fifth studio album and embarking on his fourth concert tour in 2020.

2019: Opposition to Trump Administration's Family Separation Policy

In 2019, Justin Bieber opposed the Trump administration family separation policy, calling for Donald Trump to "also let those kids out of cages".

January 2020: Diagnosis with Lyme Disease and Mononucleosis

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

February 2020: Donation to Beijing Chunmiao Children Aid Foundation

In February 2020, Justin Bieber donated to the Beijing Chunmiao Children Aid Foundation in China to support COVID-19 relief efforts.

September 2020: Partnership with Cash App for Donations

In September 2020, Justin Bieber and Chance the Rapper partnered with Cash App to donate $250,000 to fans struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.

December 2020: Protecting Lawful Streaming Act Signed into Law

In December 2020, the Protecting Lawful Streaming Act, a reintroduction of the Commercial Felony Streaming Act, was signed into law by then-President Donald Trump as part of the omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.

2020: Billie Eilish's "obsession" with Bieber.

In 2020, it was revealed that Billie Eilish's intense fandom for Justin Bieber in her earlier years was so strong that her mother, Maggie Baird, nearly considered sending her to therapy due to her "obsession" with him.

2020: Real Estate and Visa Status in 2020

In 2020, it was revealed that Justin Bieber owned a $26 million home in Beverly Hills, California, as well as a lakeside home in Ontario. He also possesses a non-immigrant O-1 visa for working status in the United States.

January 2021: Reflection on 2014 Arrest

In January 2021, Justin Bieber reflected on his 2014 arrest, describing it as "not [his] finest hour" and encouraging fans to embrace forgiveness.

February 14, 2021: "Journals Live" Performance on TikTok

On February 14, 2021, Justin Bieber performed "Journals Live" in collaboration with TikTok. This marked his first-ever performance of his 2013 album Journals and became the first long-form concert event on the platform, breaking the record for the most-viewed single-artist livestream in TikTok's history.

March 2021: Visit to California State Prison

In March 2021, Justin Bieber, along with his wife Hailey and pastor Judah Smith, visited the California State Prison in Los Angeles County, where he met with inmates and committed to providing buses for inmates' relatives.

November 15, 2021: Announcement of Justice World Tour

On November 15, 2021, Justin Bieber announced the international legs of his upcoming fourth concert tour, the Justice World Tour, scheduled to begin in San Diego, California, on February 18, 2022.

2021: Consolidated Appropriations Act in 2021

In 2021, the Consolidated Appropriations Act was signed into law, which included the Protecting Lawful Streaming Act.

February 2022: COVID-19 Diagnosis

In February 2022, it was reported that Justin Bieber tested positive for COVID-19, two days after starting his Justice World Tour.

2022: Disapproval of Roe v. Wade Overturn

In 2022, amidst Roe v. Wade being overturned, Justin Bieber and his wife expressed disapproval, with Bieber posting on his Instagram story stating "For what it's worth, I think women should have the choice what to do with their own bodies."

January 2023: Sold Music Publishing Rights

In January 2023, Justin Bieber sold his music publishing rights and recording catalogue shares, up to the end of 2021, to the Blackstone-backed Hipgnosis Songs Fund for over $200 million.