Singer Justin Bieber posted photos on Instagram Sunday, May 4, one of which showed him appearing to smoke from a bong. The post drew commentary from fans expressing concern for the musician.
One photo depicted Bieber sitting outdoors, appearing to put his mouth on what resembled a bong in an open doorway. Australian singer-songwriter Eddie Benjamin was visible in the foreground playing a guitar inside the house. Another photo showed Bieber standing on a balcony with Benjamin, and a bong was visible on the floor behind Bieber.
The social media activity follows ongoing public discussion about what happened to Justin Bieber and recent reports regarding his well-being.
Fans responded to Bieber's post, with some writing that he should not smoke and should keep such activities private, citing a desire for him to be a positive example.
A source described as close to the Biebers previously told a news outlet that the couple attempts to disregard public commentary. The source stated that Justin is "having fun, vibing out and yes, he smokes weed like everyone else," but asserted that "everything he does is being weaponized against him." source close to the Biebers previously told PEOPLE
The recent post follows a previous event weeks prior when Bieber was spotted smoking what looked like marijuana next to his 15-year-old brother at Coachella. A fan-captured video showed the singer in a crowd with an object in his mouth before moving next to his brother Jaxon.
Bieber has four younger half-siblings, including Jaxon.Days before the Coachella appearance, a source told a news outlet that individuals from the musician's former circle expressed worry about him. The source stated he was "facing a lot of different demons right now" and making "poor decisions lately." source told PEOPLE
In February, a representative for Bieber addressed allegations of drug use, referring to them as "salacious rumors" and denying the claims. representative denied A member of Justin and Hailey Bieber's team described the allegations as "exhausting" in a statement which was first reported by TMZ.
Another social media post by Bieber in March showed him appearing to smoke from a bong while riding a dirt bike. appearing to smoke out of a bong while riding a dirt bike That post also generated discussion online, with some criticizing the photos and others defending the singer.
