Justin Bieber is a Canadian pop singer, actor, and social media personality who rose to fame as a teen heartthrob in 2009. His bright melodies and teenage beauty thronged global audiences, and he became an instant millennial icon. He has topped several Billboard music charts, including the Hot 100, and is one of the best-selling artists of all time, with over 10 billion YouTube views (Vevo).
Justin Bieber is the youngest person to ever have a #1 album on the US Billboard 200. The first of his many chart-topping albums was My World, followed by Believe in 2012 and Purpose in 2015, both of which had hit singles such as Boyfriend, All Around the World, Beauty and Beat, and What Do You Mean. His collaborations with artists such as DJ Khaled, Ed Sheeran, and Dan + Shay kept his hits rolling.
He has starred on numerous TV shows, including Saturday Night Live, the David Letterman Show, and the Kids’ Choice Awards. He has also acted on stage and in movies. He is a philanthropist, supporting various causes, and has worked for PETA, where he promotes adoption rather than buying animals.
Bieber is a dog lover, and often posts pictures of his dogs on social media. He is an animal rights activist, and has promoted veganism. He has donated money to help rebuild schools destroyed by Hurricane Katrina, and he has hosted charity events for children and veterans. He also has a charitable foundation called the Justin Bieber Foundation, and is a supporter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
In addition to promoting his own work, Bieber has used his celebrity to bring awareness to mental health issues and to advocate for bullying prevention. He has taken a step back from the spotlight recently to focus on his mental and personal life, but he has returned to making music with renewed purpose. He has spoken openly about his own struggles with depression and anxiety, and has encouraged fans to seek help for these conditions.
Despite his recent hiatus, he has remained active on social media, posting his usual content: Notes App musings, photos of himself and friends, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and his ugly couch; and colorways for his streetwear brand, SKYLRK. His Instagram feed shows him spending time with his wife, Hailey Baldwin, and their family, as well as engaging with his followers.
Bieber has also remained involved in charity efforts, most notably raising funds for the victims of Typhoon Haiyan and visiting the devastated area. He also supports the American Red Cross, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, and Alzheimer’s Association. He has also spoken out against bullying and has visited children who have experienced it. He has been a role model for young people and is an ambassador for UNICEF. He has also travelled to Africa and Asia to promote child education.