Justin Bieber is one of the world’s biggest stars, but he’s also an actor, model, producer and philanthropist. His latest project, the 10-part YouTube docuseries Seasons, is a look at his life outside the spotlight, including his marriage and battle with Lyme disease. The singer and his wife, Hailey Baldwin, appear in all episodes.
Bieber was born in 1994 in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. His mother, Pattie Mallette, encouraged her son’s musical talent and entered him in local singing competitions. He came in second in a talent contest at age 12 and began posting videos of his performances on YouTube. The videos brought him a huge following and landed him his first record deal with Usher.
In his music, he blends pop, R&B and reggaeton. His early hits, such as “One Less Lonely Girl” and “Boyfriend,” reached the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. He also topped the charts with his 2012 album Believe, which featured the singles “Baby” and “Where Are U Now.”
Bieber’s personal life has often overshadowed his musical output. His romances with fellow celebrities, as well as his skirmishes with the law, fueled constant tabloid attention. The album Purpose, released in 2015, found an audience beyond his teen fan base and the singles “Sorry” and “Love Yourself” reached number one on the chart. Bieber’s popularity led to the Purpose Tour, his highest-grossing concert tour ever.
He collaborated with other artists on his next album, Changes, and starred in a Calvin Klein advertising campaign. The ads, which feature Bieber in nothing but his underwear, became a viral hit. He also starred in a short film called “Boys Don’t Cry,” directed by Spike Jonze, which premiered during the Super Bowl.
Bieber’s marriage to Hailey seems to have refocused his priorities. He no longer spends his days touring or chasing after the latest trend. He’s been known to go out for dinner with his wife after concerts, and the couple makes time to visit family and friends. He’s also streamlined his lifestyle, for example, by not owning a smartphone. He instead uses an iPad for chatting, which gives him the ability to limit who he talks to. He’s a firm believer in the idea that boundaries are important, and that his personal life should be prioritized over work. This approach may explain why, as Billboard reports, he clocks out at 6 p.m. each night to hang with his wife, a practice that he says allows him to be the best musician he can be.