Full History Of Justin Bieber In Timeline From 1963

1963: Stevie Wonder's Billboard Achievement

Justin Bieber's debut at number one on the US Billboard 200 in January 2010, made him the youngest solo male act to top the chart since Stevie Wonder in 1963.

1964: Influence from the Beatles

Justin Bieber was the first male artist since The Beatles in 1964 to chart three solo songs in the top five of the US Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously.

1965: Elvis Presley's record

In 2021, Justin Bieber's release of Justice broke Elvis Presley's 1965 record for the youngest solo act to have eight US number-one albums.

March 1, 1994: Justin Bieber's Birth

On March 1, 1994, Justin Drew Bieber was born. Bieber is a Canadian singer, now regarded as a pop icon, known for his multi-genre musical performances.

1995: Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill album

Justin Bieber's album Purpose(2015) was compared to Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill album of 1995

1998: Madonna's Ray of Light album

Justin Bieber's album Purpose(2015) was compared to Madonna's Ray of Light album of 1998

2006: Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveSounds album

Justin Bieber's album Purpose(2015) was compared to Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveSounds album of 2006

2007: Discovery by Scooter Braun

In 2007, Scooter Braun accidentally clicked on one of Justin Bieber's YouTube videos where he was covering Ne-Yo's "So Sick". Impressed, Braun tracked down Bieber and contacted his mother, eventually leading to Bieber going to Atlanta to record demo tapes.

2007: Singing Competition and YouTube Beginnings

In early 2007, at age 12, Justin Bieber performed Ne-Yo's "So Sick" for a local singing competition in Stratford, placing second. His mother then posted a video of the performance on YouTube, leading to more videos and growing popularity.

October 2008: Signing with Island Records

In October 2008, Justin Bieber signed with Island Records after L.A. Reid, from the Island Def Jam Music Group, signed Bieber to Island Records.

2008: In relationship with Caitlin Beadles

From 2008 to 2009, Justin Bieber was in a relationship with Caitlin Beadles; the two remained friends, and Beadles attended Bieber's wedding.

2008: Bieber Started Vocal Coaching

In 2008, Justin Bieber started to receive voice coaching from Jan Smith.

2008: Discovery by Scooter Braun and Usher

In 2008, Justin Bieber was discovered by record executive Scooter Braun, who then brought him to the US to meet Usher. Together, they formed the record label RBMG Records and signed Bieber.

July 2009: Release of "One Time"

In July 2009, Justin Bieber's first single, "One Time", was released to radio and reached number 12 on the Canadian Hot 100 during its first week. It was certified platinum in Canada and the US.

November 2009: Pre-Debut YouTube Popularity

In November 2009, long before the release of his album My World, Justin Bieber's YouTube videos had already attracted millions of views, contributing to his early fanbase.

November 17, 2009: Release of "My World" EP

On November 17, 2009, Justin Bieber's first release, an extended play titled "My World", was released. He became the first solo artist to have four singles chart in the top 40 of the Hot 100 before the release of a debut album.

December 20, 2009: Performance at the White House

On December 20, 2009, Justin Bieber performed "Someday at Christmas" for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House for Christmas in Washington.

2009: In relationship with Caitlin Beadles

From 2008 to 2009, Justin Bieber was in a relationship with Caitlin Beadles; the two remained friends, and Beadles attended Bieber's wedding.

2009: Live Performances to Promote "My World"

In 2009, Justin Bieber performed on several live shows to promote the album "My World". Bieber also guest starred in an episode of True Jackson, VP.

2009: Release of "My World" EP

In 2009, Justin Bieber's debut EP, "My World", was released, achieving international recognition and establishing him as a teen idol.

2009: Rise to Fame

In 2009, at the age of 15, Justin Bieber's popularity surged following the release of his singles "One Time" and "One Less Lonely Girl", leading to appearances on shows like The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

2009: "Bad Romance" Release

In July 2010, Justin Bieber's music video for "Baby" surpassed Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" that was released in 2009, as the most viewed, and also the most disliked, YouTube video at the time.

December 31, 2009: New Year's Rockin' Eve Performance

On December 31, 2009, Justin Bieber performed for Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest.

January 2010: Release of "Baby"

In January 2010, the song "Baby" featuring Ludacris was released from Justin Bieber's debut album, "My World 2.0". It became an international hit.

January 31, 2010: Grammy Awards Presentation and "We Are the World" Remake

On January 31, 2010, Justin Bieber was a presenter at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards. He also participated as a vocalist for the remake of "We Are the World" to benefit Haiti.

March 12, 2010: Release of "Wavin' Flag" Collaboration

On March 12, 2010, a version of K'naan's "Wavin' Flag", recorded by a collective of Canadian musicians known as Young Artists for Haiti, was released. Justin Bieber is featured in the song, performing the closing lines.

April 10, 2010: Saturday Night Live Appearance

On April 10, 2010, Justin Bieber was the musical guest on Saturday Night Live.

April 2010: Vocal changes due to puberty

In April 2010, Justin Bieber acknowledged his voice was changing due to puberty, causing cracking and preventing him from hitting certain notes he previously could, such as those in "Baby".

April 2010: Release of "Somebody to Love"

In April 2010, the single "Somebody to Love" was released from Justin Bieber's album, "My World 2.0", and a remix featuring Usher was released.

May 2010: Featured in "Rich Girl"

In May 2010, Justin Bieber featured in rapper Soulja Boy's song "Rich Girl".

June 23, 2010: My World Tour Start

On June 23, 2010, Justin Bieber started his first official headlining tour, the My World Tour, in Hartford, Connecticut.

July 4, 2010: Macy's Fourth of July Performance

On July 4, 2010, Justin Bieber performed at the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular in New York City.

July 2010: Most Searched Celebrity

In July 2010, it was reported that Justin Bieber was the most searched-for celebrity on the Internet. Also that month, his music video for "Baby" surpassed Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" (2009) as the most viewed, and also the most disliked, YouTube video at the time.

September 12, 2010: Performance at MTV Video Music Awards

On September 12, 2010, Justin Bieber performed a medley of "U Smile", "Baby", and "Somebody to Love" and briefly played the drums at the MTV Video Music Awards.

September 2010: Twitter Traffic

In September 2010, it was reported that Justin Bieber accounted for 3% of all traffic on Twitter.

September 23, 2010: Guest appearance on CSI

On September 23, 2010, Justin Bieber guest-starred in the season premiere of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, playing a "troubled teen".

October 2010: Announcement of Acoustic Album and Book Release

In October 2010, Justin Bieber announced the release of his acoustic album, My Worlds Acoustic. In October 2010, he also released his first book, Justin Bieber: First Step 2 Forever: My Story.

November 26, 2010: Release of "My Worlds Acoustic"

On November 26, 2010, Justin Bieber released his acoustic album, My Worlds Acoustic, which included acoustic versions of previous songs and a new song, "Pray".

December 2010: On-again, off-again relationship with Selena Gomez

From December 2010 to March 2018, Justin Bieber was in an on-again, off-again relationship with singer and actress Selena Gomez.

2010: Voice Change During "Pray" Performance

During the debut performance of "Pray" at the 2010 American Music Awards, Justin Bieber's voice broke. It was also observed that Bieber sang with "swing and rhythmic dexterity" and a "nasal" tone on his debut album.

2010: Release of "My World 2.0"

In 2010, Justin Bieber released "My World 2.0", his teen pop debut studio album. It debuted atop the US Billboard 200, making him the youngest solo male act to do so in 47 years.

2010: Partnership with Proactiv and OPI

In 2010, Justin Bieber signed a deal with Proactiv and partnered with Nicole by OPI to launch a nail polish line "The One Less Lonely Girl Collection", expanding his brand beyond music.

2010: Supported a campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (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.

2010: MTV Award for Best New Artist

In 2010, Justin Bieber was awarded the MTV Award for Best New Artist, marking his early recognition in the music industry.

2010: Criticism for Looking Younger

In 2010, Justin Bieber was frequently criticized for looking and sounding younger than his age, affecting his public image.

2010: Top-Trending Star on Twitter

In 2010, Justin Bieber was named the top-trending star on Twitter as his fans frequently discussed him on the network, marking his early influence on social media.

2010: "Beliebers" named top words of 2010

In 2010, The Chicago Tribune noted that Justin Bieber's fanbase, "Beliebers", was among the top words of 2010.

2010: Musical Style in 2010

In 2010, it was noted that Justin Bieber's music offered a gentle introduction to the mysteries and heartaches of adolescence, with songs flushed with romance but notably free of sex.

February 11, 2011: Release of "Justin Bieber: Never Say Never"

On February 11, 2011, Justin Bieber's 3-D concert film, Justin Bieber: Never Say Never, was released and topped the box office.

February 14, 2011: Release of "Never Say Never – The Remixes"

On February 14, 2011, Justin Bieber released his second remix album, Never Say Never – The Remixes, featuring remixes and guest appearances.

February 17, 2011: Justin Bieber's CSI Character's Death

On February 17, 2011, the episode of CSI aired where Justin Bieber's character was killed.

February 18, 2011: NBA All-Star Celebrity Game MVP

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

March 2011: Donated his hair to The Gentle Barn

In March 2011, Justin Bieber donated his hair to Ellen DeGeneres, with the proceeds benefiting the animal rescue charity, The Gentle Barn.

May 2011: Donated proceeds from his concerts in Japan to Japanese Red Cross

In May 2011, Justin Bieber donated proceeds from his concerts in Japan to Japanese Red Cross.

June 2011: CMT Music Award & Forbes Ranking

In June 2011, Justin Bieber won his first country music award at the CMT Music Awards for "That Should Be Me." Also in June 2011, he was ranked No. 2 on Forbes list of Best-Paid Celebrities under 30.

November 1, 2011: Release of "Under the Mistletoe"

On November 1, 2011, Justin Bieber released his Christmas-themed album Under the Mistletoe, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

December 2011: Donated $100,000 to Whitney Elementary School in Las Vegas

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

2011: Androgynous Appearance

In 2011, Justin Bieber faced criticism for an androgynous appearance, notably highlighted by his appearance on the cover of LOVE magazine's androgyny issue.

2011: Launch of Someday fragrance

In 2011, Justin Bieber launched his debut fragrance, Someday, which grossed over three million US dollars in sales at Macy's in just under three weeks.

2011: Release of "Under the Mistletoe"

In 2011, Justin Bieber released "Under the Mistletoe", his second studio album. It became the first Christmas album by a male artist to debut atop the chart and saw continued success.

2011: Shared views on sexual abstinence and abortion

In 2011, Justin Bieber shared his views on sexual abstinence and abortion, stating that he doesn't believe in abortion and that it is "like killing a baby".

2011: Opposed the Commercial Felony Streaming Act

In 2011, Justin Bieber was among the list of content creators opposing Bill S.978, also known as the Commercial Felony Streaming Act.

2011: Star in front of Avon Theater

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.

2011: Forbes Top Ten Most Powerful Celebrities

In 2011, Justin Bieber was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.

2011: Cultural Significance

In 2011, Justin Bieber's cultural significance was compared to Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, with the Orlando Sentinel noting Bieber as one of the most prominent cultural icons influencing and inspiring society.

2011: Most Influential People

In 2011, Time named Justin Bieber one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

January 2012: Statements on Music Content

In January 2012, Justin Bieber expressed his desire to maintain his own pace, focusing on love rather than topics like sex, drugs, and swearing, aiming to be respected by everyone.

February 2012: Featured on Far East Movement's "Live My Life"

In February 2012, Justin Bieber was featured on Far East Movement's song "Live My Life".

March 26, 2012: Release of "Boyfriend"

On March 26, 2012, Justin Bieber released his single "Boyfriend", which debuted at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100.

May 2012: Production of "Justin Bieber's Believe" began

In May 2012, production of Justin Bieber's Believe film began.

May 29, 2012: Release of Promotional Single "Die in Your Arms"

On May 29, 2012, Justin Bieber released the first promotional single "Die in Your Arms" from his upcoming album.

June 11, 2012: Release of "As Long as You Love Me"

On June 11, 2012, Justin Bieber released the second single from Believe, "As Long as You Love Me" (featuring Big Sean).

June 2012: Launch of Girlfriend fragrance

In June 2012, Justin Bieber launched his second fragrance, Girlfriend, building on the success of his debut fragrance.

June 19, 2012: Release of "Believe" Album

On June 19, 2012, Justin Bieber released his third studio album, Believe, marking a musical departure towards dance-pop and R&B.

September 2012: Start of "Believe Tour"

In September 2012, Justin Bieber began the Believe Tour in Glendale, Arizona, to further promote the album Believe.

September 2012: Featured on Carly Rae Jepsen's "Beautiful"

In September 2012, Justin Bieber was featured on "Beautiful", a song from Carly Rae Jepsen's second studio album, Kiss.

October 2012: Release of "Beauty and a Beat"

In October 2012, Justin Bieber released the third single from Believe, "Beauty and a Beat" (featuring Nicki Minaj).

November 23, 2012: Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal

On November 23, 2012, Justin Bieber was presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal by the former Prime Minister of Canada, Stephen Harper.

December 14, 2012: Announcement of "Believe Acoustic"

On December 14, 2012, Justin Bieber announced plans to release an acoustic album titled Believe Acoustic.

2012: Indigenous heritage claims

In 2012, Bieber claimed to be 'part Indian', sparking criticism from the Canadian Congress of Aboriginal Peoples for perpetuating a misconception regarding complimentary gasoline from the Canadian government.

2012: Endorsement with Adidas

In 2012, Justin Bieber endorsed Adidas, beside Derrick Rose and Venus Williams.

2012: Release of "Believe"

In 2012, Justin Bieber explored dance-pop with his third studio album, "Believe". Its acoustic re-release made him the first artist in Billboard history to have five US number-one albums by the age of 18.

2012: Graduation from St. Michael Catholic Secondary School

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

2012: Influences and Musical Direction

In 2012, Justin Bieber stated that his music was influenced by black artists like Michael Jackson and Boyz II Men.

2012: Accused of reckless driving

In 2012, Justin Bieber was accused of reckless driving in his neighborhood.

2012: Forbes Top Ten

In 2012, Justin Bieber was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.

2012: Forbes List Inclusion

In 2012, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list, recognizing him as one of the top celebrities.

2012: Launched campaign to urge his followers to donate on Twitter

On his birthday in 2012, he launched his campaign to urge his followers to donate on Twitter to Charity: Water.

January 2013: Most-Followed Person on Twitter

In January 2013, Justin Bieber surpassed Lady Gaga as the most-followed person on Twitter for the first time, holding the record for 11 months.

January 29, 2013: Release of "Believe Acoustic"

On January 29, 2013, Justin Bieber released "Believe Acoustic", which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

February 9, 2013: Host and musical guest on Saturday Night Live

On February 9, 2013, Justin Bieber hosted and performed as a musical guest on Saturday Night Live, receiving negative reviews from critics and cast members.

March 7, 2013: Fainted backstage at London concert

On March 7, 2013, Justin Bieber fainted backstage at London's O2 Arena after experiencing breathing problems during his concert, leading to hospitalization.

April 2013: Criticism for Anne Frank House Guestbook Message

In April 2013, Justin Bieber faced criticism for writing a message in the guestbook at the Anne Frank House, which was perceived as insensitive and narcissistic, sparking widespread debate on social media. The Anne Frank House defended Bieber, acknowledging his age and genuine interest in Anne Frank's story.

July 2013: Launch of The Key fragrance

In July 2013, Justin Bieber launched his third fragrance, The Key, continuing his ventures in the fragrance industry.

August 2013: Leak of "Slave to the Rhythm" remix

In August 2013, a remixed duet version of Michael Jackson's "Slave to the Rhythm", featuring Justin Bieber, leaked online, sparking controversy.

October 3, 2013: Announcement of Music Mondays

On October 3, 2013, Justin Bieber announced that he would release a new song every Monday for 10 weeks leading up to the release of his film Justin Bieber's Believe.

December 9, 2013: Release of "Confident" and announcement of "Journals"

On December 9, 2013, Justin Bieber released the final song of Music Mondays, "Confident", and announced the compilation album Journals.

December 23, 2013: Release of "Journals"

On December 23, 2013, Justin Bieber's "Journals" album released only via iTunes.

December 25, 2013: Release of "Justin Bieber's Believe"

On December 25, 2013, Justin Bieber's second theatrical film, Justin Bieber's Believe, was released.

2013: Launched his online #GiveBackPhilippines campaign

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

2013: Diamond Award for "Baby"

In 2013, Justin Bieber received a Diamond award from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for his single "Baby", which became the highest-certified digital single of all time.

2013: Influence by black culture

In 2013, Justin Bieber said he was "very influenced by black culture", but he neither thought "of it as black or white" nor tried to "act or pose in a certain way".

2013: Charged in Brazil with vandalism

In 2013, Justin Bieber was charged in Brazil with vandalism.

2013: Forbes Top Ten

In 2013, Justin Bieber was included on Forbes' list of the top ten most powerful celebrities.

2013: Forbes List Inclusion

In 2013, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list, recognizing him as one of the top celebrities.

2013: Controversial Events

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

January 9, 2014: End of "Journals" availability

On January 9, 2014, Justin Bieber's "Journals" album was no longer available.

January 23, 2014: Arrested in Miami Beach, Florida

On January 23, 2014, Justin Bieber was arrested in Miami Beach, Florida, on suspicion of DUI, driving with an expired license, and resisting arrest. He was later released on a $2,500 bond.

March 2014: Rolling Stone "Bad Boy" Cover

In March 2014, Justin Bieber appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine with the title "Bad Boy", reflecting his controversial image during that period.

March 2014: Jeremy accepted a place of honor in his superstar son's entourage

In March 2014, Rolling Stone characterized Jeremy as having "split with Justin's mom when Justin was a toddler, and wasn't always around afterward. But he has, as of late, accepted a place of honor in his superstar son's entourage".

April 2014: Transfer to Def Jam Recordings

In April 2014, due to the disbanding of The Island Def Jam Music Group, Justin Bieber was transferred to Def Jam Recordings.

June 2014: Videos Surface of Racist Jokes

In June 2014, two videos emerged showing a 15-year-old Justin Bieber making racist jokes. One video contained Bieber using the n-word multiple times. The second video showed him changing the lyrics of his song "One Less Lonely Girl" to be racially offensive. Bieber later apologized for his actions.

July 9, 2014: Sentenced for Vandalism

On July 9, 2014, Justin Bieber was sentenced for vandalism for throwing eggs at his neighbor's house in Calabasas. The Los Angeles County Superior Court ordered him to pay $80,900 in restitution, serve two years' probation, complete anger management, and perform community service.

August 13, 2014: Plea Bargain in DUI Case

On August 13, 2014, Justin Bieber's January DUI case was settled with a plea bargain. He pleaded guilty to resisting an officer and driving without due care and attention. Bieber was fined $500, ordered to attend anger management and a program about the impact of drunken driving, and contributed $50,000 to Our Kids, a children's charity.

September 1, 2014: Arrested for Assault and Dangerous Driving

On September 1, 2014, Justin Bieber was arrested and charged with assault and dangerous driving near Stratford, Ontario, following a collision between his ATV and a minivan on August 29. Police reported a physical altercation between Bieber and an occupant of the minivan. Bieber was later released.

November 2014: Topped Forbes 30 Under 30 list

In November 2014, Justin Bieber topped Forbes magazine's Forbes 30 Under 30 annual ranking as one of the highest-earning celebrities under 30.

November 2014: Ordered to Appear in Argentina

In November 2014, Justin Bieber was ordered by a Buenos Aires court to appear in Argentina within 60 days to give testimony regarding an alleged assault on a photographer that happened November 9, 2013.

2014: Jeremy Bieber and Erin Wagner Breakup

In 2014, Jeremy Bieber and his ex-girlfriend, Erin Wagner, broke up after seven years together. They have two children together, Jazmyn and Jaxon, who are Justin Bieber's half-siblings.

2014: Launch of Justin Bieber Collector's Edition fragrance

In 2014, Justin Bieber launched his latest fragrance, Justin Bieber Collector's Edition, expanding his fragrance line.

2014: Forbes List Inclusion

In 2014, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list, recognizing him as one of the top celebrities.

February 2015: Release of "Where Are Ü Now"

In February 2015, Justin Bieber released "Where Are Ü Now", a collaboration with Jack Ü.

March 2015: Appearance in Carly Rae Jepsen's music video

In March 2015, Justin Bieber made an appearance in the music video for Carly Rae Jepsen's single "I Really Like You".

March 2015: Comedy Central Roast Appearance

In March 2015, Justin Bieber was the featured roastee in Comedy Central's annual roast special.

June 2015: Partnership with StarShop

In June 2015, Justin Bieber teamed up with StarShop, a new shopping app launched by Kevin Harrington, expanding his business ventures.

August 28, 2015: Release of "What Do You Mean?"

On August 28, 2015, Justin Bieber released "What Do You Mean?" as the lead single from his fourth studio album, Purpose. The song debuted at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Bieber's first number-one single in the country.

September 4, 2015: Featured on "Maria I'm Drunk"

On September 4, 2015, Justin Bieber was featured alongside Young Thug on the album track "Maria I'm Drunk" from Travis Scott's debut studio album, Rodeo.

October 23, 2015: Release of "Sorry"

On October 23, 2015, Justin Bieber released "Sorry", the second single from his album Purpose. The song debuted at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.

November 11, 2015: Purpose World Tour Announcement

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

November 13, 2015: Release of Purpose

On November 13, 2015, Justin Bieber's album Purpose was released and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

December 6, 2015: Jingle Bell Ball Headliner

On December 6, 2015, Justin Bieber was the headliner at the Jingle Bell Ball held by Capital FM.

December 2015: Briefly dated Hailey Baldwin

From December 2015 to January 2016, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin briefly dated before reconciling in June 2018.

2015: Grammy Win and Release of "Purpose"

In 2015, Justin Bieber explored EDM on "Where Are Ü Now" (with Jack Ü), which won the Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Recording. The genre also influenced his fourth album, "Purpose".

2015: Release of Purpose Album

In 2015, Justin Bieber released his EDM-driven album 'Purpose', which was considered beyond the moment and trends of that period and signaled his evolution as a serious creative artist.

2015: Release of Purpose

In 2015, Justin Bieber released the EDM-fueled album Purpose, collaborating with Skrillex and exploring serious themes through "feel-good music".

2015: Anne Frank House exhibit records

In 2015, the Anne Frank House exhibit broke attendance records at the Stratford Perth Museum.

January 8, 2016: UK Chart History

On January 8, 2016, Justin Bieber made UK chart history by becoming the first artist to occupy the entire top three of the UK Singles Chart with "Love Yourself", "Sorry", and "What Do You Mean?".

January 2016: Briefly dated Hailey Baldwin

From December 2015 to January 2016, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin briefly dated before reconciling in June 2018.

January 23, 2016: "Sorry" Climbs to Number One

On the week charting January 23, 2016, "Sorry" climbed to the top of the chart and became Bieber's second number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100.

February 12, 2016: Vinyl Release of First Four Albums

On February 12, 2016, Justin Bieber's first four albums were released on vinyl for the first time.

March 8, 2016: "Company" Announced as Single

On March 8, 2016, "Company", an album track on Purpose, was announced as the fourth single.

March 9, 2016: Start of Purpose World Tour

On March 9, 2016, the Purpose World Tour started in Seattle, Washington.

May 13, 2016: Featured on "Juke Jam"

On May 13, 2016, Justin Bieber was co-featured alongside Towkio on the album track "Juke Jam" from Chance the Rapper's third mixtape Coloring Book.

June 2016: Purpose Sales Update

As of June 2016, Justin Bieber's album Purpose had sold 4.5 million copies globally.

July 22, 2016: Release of "Cold Water"

On July 22, 2016, Justin Bieber released a new single with EDM trio Major Lazer and Danish singer MØ titled "Cold Water".

August 2016: Featured on "Let Me Love You"

In August 2016, Justin Bieber was featured on French DJ DJ Snake's single "Let Me Love You".

September 2016: Featured on "Deja Vu"

In September 2016, Justin Bieber was featured on American rapper Post Malone's single "Deja Vu".

December 9, 2016: iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Performance

On December 9, 2016, Justin Bieber was the headlining act at the 2016 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball and gave a closing performance.

December 2016: Linked to model Sofia Richie

From August to December 2016, Justin Bieber was linked to model Sofia Richie.

2016: "Love Yourself" Topped Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 Chart

In 2016, "Love Yourself" topped Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 Chart, followed by "Sorry" at number two, and made Justin Bieber only the third artist in history to hold the top-two positions of the Billboard Year-End Hot 100, after the Beatles in 1964 and Usher in 2004.

2016: Forbes List Inclusion

In 2016, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list, recognizing him as one of the top celebrities.

2016: Greatest Pop Star of 2016

In 2016, Justin Bieber was named the "Greatest Pop Star of 2016" by Billboard. He was also Billboard's Year-End Top Male Artist for 2016 and placed number seven on the magazine's Decade-End Top Artists Chart for the 2010s.

January 28, 2017: NHL Celebrity All-Star Game

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

April 17, 2017: Release of "Despacito" Remix

On April 17, 2017, Puerto Rican singers Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee released a remix for their song "Despacito" featuring Justin Bieber. It was the first song by Bieber in which he sings in Spanish.

April 28, 2017: Release of "I'm the One"

On April 28, 2017, Justin Bieber, along with rappers Quavo, Chance the Rapper, and Lil Wayne, provided vocals on DJ Khaled's single "I'm the One".

June 9, 2017: Release of "2U"

On June 9, 2017, French DJ David Guetta released "2U", in which Justin Bieber was featured.

July 2017: Banned From Performing in China

In July 2017, the Chinese government banned Justin Bieber from performing in China, citing his controversial behavior and the need to maintain order in the Chinese market.

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".

August 17, 2017: Release of "Friends"

On August 17, 2017, Justin Bieber released the single "Friends" with American record producer and songwriter BloodPop.

September 2017: Donated to the American Red Cross to help people in Texas

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.

2017: Forbes List Inclusion

In 2017, Justin Bieber was included on the Forbes annual list, recognizing him as one of the top celebrities.

2017: Billboard Hot 100 Success

In 2017, Justin Bieber's guest singles "I'm the One" by DJ Khaled and "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi both peaked on the Billboard Hot 100, making him the first artist to replace himself atop the chart with new songs in two consecutive weeks. He also earned a Latin Grammy Award for the latter.

February 2018: Jeremy Bieber's Marriage

In February 2018, Jeremy Bieber, Justin Bieber's father, married his girlfriend Chelsey. They have a daughter named Bay.

February 2018: Trademarked Name for Clothing Line

In February 2018, Justin Bieber trademarked the name for his company, which would later be used for his clothing line.

March 2018: End of on-again, off-again relationship with Selena Gomez

From December 2010 to March 2018, Justin Bieber was in an on-again, off-again relationship with singer and actress Selena Gomez.

June 2018: Reconciled with Hailey Baldwin

Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin reconciled in June 2018.

July 7, 2018: Engaged to Hailey Baldwin

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

July 2018: Reunion with DJ Khaled on "No Brainer"

In July 2018, Justin Bieber reunited with DJ Khaled in "No Brainer", co-featuring again with Chance the Rapper and Quavo.

September 14, 2018: Baldwin said on Twitter that she and Bieber had not yet married

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

September 2018: Reportedly obtained a marriage license

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

September 2018: Reportedly started the process of becoming a United States citizen

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

October 2018: "Steps to Stardom" Exhibit Extended

In October 2018, the "Steps to Stardom" exhibit on Justin Bieber's early career at the Stratford Perth Museum was scheduled to close, but it was extended for at least another year after breaking attendance records.

November 23, 2018: Bieber stated he was married to Baldwin

On November 23, 2018, Justin Bieber stated he was married to Hailey Baldwin.

2018: Marriage and Image Change

In 2018, after his marriage, Justin Bieber's persona continued to change, transitioning away from the teenage heart-throb image to a more mature personality.

January 2019: Launch of "Drew House" clothing line

In January 2019, Justin Bieber launched his own clothing line called "Drew House", featuring a yellow smiley-face logo with the text "drew".

February 2019: Reflecting on the Past

In February 2019, Justin Bieber stated in an interview with Vogue that he would "laugh at his past self", indicating a change in perspective and personal growth.

April 21, 2019: Surprise Coachella Performance

On April 21, 2019, Justin Bieber delivered a surprise performance at the 2019 Coachella music festival, marking his first live performance in two years, and teased his return to music with a new album.

May 10, 2019: Release of "I Don't Care"

On May 10, 2019, British singer Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber released the single "I Don't Care", from Sheeran's album No.6 Collaborations Project.

September 2019: Release of "Here + Now" deodorant line

In September 2019, Justin Bieber released his deodorant line, "Here + Now", designed for sensitive skin, after a year-long collaboration with Schmidt's Naturals CEO, Michael Cammarata.

September 30, 2019: Official ceremony with Hailey Baldwin

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

October 4, 2019: Release of "10,000 Hours"

On October 4, 2019, Justin Bieber and country music duo Dan + Shay released the song "10,000 Hours".

October 14, 2019: 200 Weeks in Billboard Top 10

On October 14, 2019, Justin Bieber became the youngest solo male artist to spend 200 cumulative weeks in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.

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: Called Chris Brown the "best entertainer of all time"

In 2019, Justin Bieber called Chris Brown the "best entertainer of all time".

2019: Called for Donald Trump to "also let those kids out of cages"

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

December 31, 2019: Announcement of YouTube Docu-Series

On December 31, 2019, Justin Bieber released a trailer announcing his 10-part YouTube Originals docu-series Justin Bieber: Seasons.

January 3, 2020: Release of "Yummy"

On January 3, 2020, Justin Bieber released "Yummy", the first single from his upcoming fifth studio album.

January 2020: Diagnosed with 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, which affected his neurological and overall health.

January 27, 2020: Release of Docu-Series Episodes

On January 27, 2020, Justin Bieber's YouTube Originals docu-series Justin Bieber: Seasons began releasing episodes weekly.

January 28, 2020: Album Release Date Confirmation

On January 28, 2020, Justin Bieber confirmed the release date of his fifth studio album, Changes, to be February 14, 2020, while appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He also released a promotional single, "Get Me".

February 7, 2020: Release of "Intentions"

On February 7, 2020, Justin Bieber released "Intentions" (featuring Quavo), as the second single from the album Changes.

February 14, 2020: Release of Changes

On February 14, 2020, Justin Bieber's album Changes was released, debuting at number one on the UK and US Billboard 200 charts.

February 2020: Donation to Beijing Chunmiao Children Aid Foundation

In February 2020, Justin Bieber made a donation to Beijing Chunmiao Children Aid Foundation in China to support COVID-19 relief.

May 8, 2020: Release of "Stuck with U"

On May 8, 2020, American singer Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber released the single "Stuck with U" to help raise funds for the first responders of the COVID-19 pandemic and their families.

May 2020: Released "Stuck With U" with Ariana Grande to support COVID-19 relief

Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande collaborated on the single "Stuck With U", released in May 2020 to support the COVID-19 pandemic, and all net proceeds from the song went to the First Responders Children's Foundation.

June 2020: Sexual Assault Accusation

In June 2020, Justin Bieber was accused of sexual assault by a woman known as "Danielle," who claimed the incident occurred in March 2014. Bieber denied the allegations and provided evidence that he was not at the location at the time of the alleged incident.

August 28, 2020: Featured on "Falling for You"

On August 28, 2020, Justin Bieber was featured on the album track "Falling for You" from Jaden's third studio album, CTV3: Cool Tape Vol. 3.

September 4, 2020: Starring Role in "Popstar" Music Video

On September 4, 2020, Justin Bieber played a lead starring role in the music video for DJ Khaled's single "Popstar" (featuring Drake).

September 2020: Partnered with Cash App to donate to fans struggling during the pandemic

In September 2020, Justin Bieber and Chance the Rapper announced that they partnered with Cash App and will donate $250,000 to fans who are struggling during the pandemic.

September 18, 2020: Release of "Holy"

On September 18, 2020, Justin Bieber released a collaboration with Chance the Rapper titled "Holy", which Bieber called the start of his new era and the first single from his upcoming sixth studio album.

October 15, 2020: Release of "Lonely"

On October 15, 2020, Justin Bieber released "Lonely", a collaboration with Benny Blanco as the second single from his upcoming album.

October 2020: Collaboration with Crocs on limited edition clogs

In October 2020, Justin Bieber collaborated with Crocs on a limited edition of the brand's renowned clogs called "Crocs x Justin Bieber".

November 6, 2020: Featured on "Mood" Remix

On November 6, 2020, Justin Bieber and J Balvin were featured on a remix of 24kGoldn's single, "Mood".

November 20, 2020: Release of "Monster"

On November 20, 2020, Shawn Mendes and Justin Bieber released "Monster", from Mendes' fourth studio album, Wonder.

December 2020: Protecting Lawful Streaming Act signed into law

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

2020: Release of "Changes"

In 2020, Justin Bieber released his R&B-inspired fifth album, "Changes", which topped the Billboard 200.

2020: Owned a $26 million home in Beverly Hills, California

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.

2020: Billie Eilish's obsession with Bieber

In 2020, it was revealed that singer Billie Eilish was nearly sent to therapy by her mother due to her "obsession" with Justin Bieber.

2020: Opened up about his struggles with addiction

In his American YouTube docu-series Seasons (2020), Justin Bieber opened up about his struggles with addiction, with frequent consumption of the recreational drug lean, pills such as MDMA, and hallucinogenic mushrooms in the early stages of his career.

January 1, 2021: Release of "Anyone"

On January 1, 2021, Justin Bieber released "Anyone", the third single from his upcoming studio album. The single peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100.

January 2021: Reflected on his 2014 arrest

In January 2021, Justin Bieber reflected on his 2014 arrest, describing it as "not [his] finest hour" and encouraging fans to "let the forgiveness of Jesus take over and watch your life blossom into all that God has designed you to be."

February 14, 2021: Journals Live Performance

On February 14, 2021, Justin Bieber performed "Journals Live" in collaboration with TikTok, marking the first-ever performance of his 2013 album Journals. The event broke records as the most-viewed single-artist livestream on TikTok.

February 26, 2021: Announcement of "Justice"

On February 26, 2021, Justin Bieber officially announced that his sixth studio album would be titled Justice.

March 5, 2021: Release of "Hold On"

On March 5, 2021, Justin Bieber released "Hold On", the fourth single from his album Justice. The song peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.

March 2021: Visited the California State Prison in Los Angeles County

In March 2021, Justin Bieber visited the California State Prison in Los Angeles County along with his wife Hailey and pastor Judah Smith and committed to provide buses to transport relatives of the inmates who have been unable to see them due to the COVID-19 pandemic in California.

March 19, 2021: Release of Justice and "Peaches"

On March 19, 2021, Justin Bieber released his album Justice and its fifth single, "Peaches". Justice debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, while "Peaches" debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, setting major records in the US.

April 11, 2021: "Justice" Leads Billboard 200

On April 11, 2021, Justin Bieber's album Justice led the Billboard 200 chart and became his first full-length album to spend more than one week at the top of the chart in over a decade.

May 10, 2021: Featured on DJ Khaled's "Let It Go"

On May 10, 2021, Justin Bieber was featured alongside 21 Savage on DJ Khaled's single "Let It Go", from Khaled's album Khaled Khaled. He also appeared in the music video.

June 11, 2021: Appearance on Migos's Culture III

On June 11, 2021, Justin Bieber made an appearance on Migos's fourth studio album, Culture III, on the track "What You See".

July 9, 2021: Release of "Stay" with The Kid Laroi

On July 9, 2021, Justin Bieber released "Stay" in collaboration with the Kid Laroi. The song debuted at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and later peaked at number one, becoming his eighth number-one single in the US.

July 24, 2021: Headlining Act at "Freedom Experience"

On July 24, 2021, Justin Bieber headlined the "Freedom Experience" show at the SoFi Stadium as part of 1DayLA's COVID-19 service event.

August 13, 2021: Release of "Essence" Remix

On August 13, 2021, Justin Bieber released a remix to Wizkid's song "Essence", marking his first venture into afrobeats. This remix elevated the song's position to number nine on the Billboard Hot 100.

August 2021: "Stuck With U" single had raised over $3,500,000

By August 2021, the single "Stuck With U" had raised over $3,500,000.

September 4, 2021: Headlined Made in America Festival

On September 4, 2021, Justin Bieber headlined the 2021 Made in America Festival held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

September 2021: "Despacito" on Greatest of All Time Charts

As of September 2021, Justin Bieber's collaboration on "Despacito" holds the number-one position on the Greatest of All Time Hot Latin Songs chart and number-five on the Greatest of All Time Songs of the Summer chart by Billboard.

October 8, 2021: Release of "Justin Bieber: Our World"

On October 8, 2021, Justin Bieber released a new documentary film titled Justin Bieber: Our World, providing an inside view in preparation for his 2020 "New Year's Eve Live" concert.

October 29, 2021: Release of "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" Cover

On October 29, 2021, Justin Bieber released "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree", a cover of Brenda Lee's classic holiday song, on streaming platforms worldwide.

November 15, 2021: Announcement of Justice World Tour

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

November 19, 2021: "Under the Mistletoe" listed among the Greatest of All Time Top Holiday Albums chart by Billboard

On November 19, 2021, the album "Under the Mistletoe" was listed among the Greatest of All Time Top Holiday Albums chart by Billboard.

December 3, 2021: Release of "Wandered to LA" with Juice Wrld

On December 3, 2021, Justin Bieber released "Wandered to LA" in collaboration with Juice Wrld as the second single from the rapper's second posthumous album, Fighting Demons.

December 5, 2021: Headlining Performance at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

On December 5, 2021, Justin Bieber was the headlining performer at the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

December 11, 2021: Headlined 2021 Jingle Bell Ball

On December 11, 2021, Justin Bieber headlined the 2021 Jingle Bell Ball held by Capital FM at The O2, London.

2021: Guinness World Records

As of 2021, Justin Bieber has set 33 Guinness World Records, which include eight that were achieved from the success of his album Purpose and was featured in the 2017 Edition.

2021: Bieber's Scenes Removed from Friends Reunion in China

In 2021, Chinese streaming platforms Youku, iQIYI, and Tencent Video removed Justin Bieber's scenes from Friends: The Reunion, where he donned Ross Geller's "Spudnik" costume.

2021: Release of "Justice" and Record Breaking

In 2021, Justin Bieber released his sixth album, "Justice", which also topped the Billboard 200 and included the successful single "Peaches". This broke Elvis Presley's 1965 record for the youngest solo act to have eight US number-one albums.

2021: MTV Award for Artist of the Year

In 2021, Justin Bieber won the MTV Award for Artist of the Year, highlighting his longevity and continued success in the music industry.

2021: Protecting Lawful Streaming Act signed into law

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

2021: Vocal Performance on Justice

In a review of his 2021 album, Justice, Pitchfork commented that Justin Bieber is a compelling vocalist, demonstrating a palatable smoothness, push-and-pull dynamics, and a range from chest voice to falsetto.

2021: Collaboration with Tim Hortons on "timbiebs"

In fall 2021, Justin Bieber collaborated with Tim Hortons to launch a specialty version of Timbits known as "timbiebs".

January 1, 2022: Spotify Monthly Listeners Record

On January 1, 2022, Justin Bieber set the then-record for the most monthly listeners in Spotify history, achieving a peak of 94.68 million monthly listeners.

February 4, 2022: Guest Appearance on Beam's "Alien"

On February 4, 2022, Justin Bieber made a guest appearance on Beam's debut studio album, Alien, on the album track "Sundown".

February 7, 2022: Starred in Balenciaga's campaign

On February 7, 2022, Justin Bieber starred in Balenciaga's first 2022 campaign alongside Kim Kardashian and Isabelle Huppert.

February 11, 2022: Headlined Homecoming Weekend

On February 11, 2022, Justin Bieber headlined the "Homecoming Weekend" bash ahead of the Super Bowl in Los Angeles.

February 2022: Tested positive for COVID-19

In February 2022, it was reported that Justin Bieber had tested positive for COVID-19, two days after embarking on his fourth concert tour, the Justice World Tour.

March 4, 2022: Release of "Attention" with Omah Lay

On March 4, 2022, Justin Bieber released a collaboration with Nigerian singer Omah Lay titled "Attention".

March 28, 2022: "Ghost" Peaks on Billboard Hot 100

On March 28, 2022, "Ghost", the sixth single from Justice, peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Justin Bieber's 20th career top-five hit on the chart. The song also reached number one on Billboard's Pop Songs chart.

March 30, 2022: Featured on Kehlani's "Up at Night"

On March 30, 2022, Justin Bieber was featured on the single "Up at Night" by Kehlani, as part of the latter's third studio album, Blue Water Road.

April 15, 2022: Surprise Performance at Coachella

On April 15, 2022, Justin Bieber gave a surprise performance with Daniel Caesar at the 2022 Coachella music festival.

April 2022: Collaboration with Vespa

In April 2022, Italian brand Vespa revealed its collaboration with Justin Bieber on a new limited edition scooter called the "JUSTIN BIEBER X VESPA".

April 29, 2022: Release of "Honest" with Don Toliver

On April 29, 2022, Justin Bieber released a new single titled "Honest" featuring Don Toliver, accompanied by a music video directed by Cole Bennett.

May 2022: New collaboration with Tim Hortons called the "Biebs Brew"

In May 2022, Justin Bieber and Tim Hortons announced a new collaboration called the "Biebs Brew", a French vanilla cold brew.

June 6, 2022: "Biebs Brew" available in stores

On June 6, 2022, the "Biebs Brew", a French vanilla cold brew collaboration between Justin Bieber and Tim Hortons, became available in North American stores.

August 27, 2022: Release of "Beautiful Love" for Garena Free Fire

On August 27, 2022, Justin Bieber released an exclusive single titled "Beautiful Love" for the battle royale game Garena Free Fire.

December 2022: Launch of clean water technology company "Generosity"

In December 2022, Justin Bieber launched a clean water technology company called "Generosity" to provide sustainable drinking water.

2022: Expressed disapproval of Roe v. Wade being overturned

In 2022, amidst Roe v. Wade being overturned, both 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: Sale of Music Publishing Rights

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

February 24, 2023: Featured on Don Toliver's "Private Landing"

On February 24, 2023, Justin Bieber was featured on Don Toliver's single "Private Landing" alongside Future, from Toliver's album, Love Sick. Bieber also performed the song with Toliver at the Rolling Loud festival.

September 15, 2023: Guest Appearance on Diddy's "Moments"

On September 15, 2023, Justin Bieber made a guest appearance on the song "Moments" from Diddy's album, The Love Album: Off the Grid. He also released an acoustic version of SZA's "Snooze" and starred in its music video.

2023: Generosity fountains to be commercially available

In 2023, Generosity fountains, dispensing refillable alkaline water, are expected to be commercially available at major venues and homes.

May 9, 2024: Announced he and Baldwin were expecting their first child

On May 9, 2024, Justin Bieber announced through an Instagram post that he and Baldwin were expecting their first child.

August 23, 2024: Welcomed a son

On August 23, 2024, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin welcomed a son.

2024: Most-Followed Musician on Twitter

As of 2024, Justin Bieber is the most-followed musician on Twitter with over 110.3 million followers and the fourth most-followed user.

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