Pop star Justin Bieber made headlines again during Week 2 of Coachella 2025—not for a surprise performance or a musical cameo, but for his appearance and behavior at a desert party that sparked widespread concern and speculation among fans.
Footage posted to social media over the weekend shows Bieber shirtless, noticeably slim, and smoking what appears to be either a joint or a cigar while vibing to music at a private party near Coachella.
The event, called Friday Nights in the Desert, took place in Thermal, California—just outside the festival grounds. In the clips, Bieber is seen swaying to his own 2015 track “What Do You Mean?” and Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” while surrounded by a crowd of fellow partygoers.
He’s also seen wearing a baggy sweatshirt in some of the footage, head-bobbing and puffing on his mystery smoke. On its face, it looks like a celebrity enjoying a moment of freedom in the desert air. But for many fans watching online, the vibes felt a little off.
Justin Bieber displays concerning behavior while smoking and partying at Coachella. pic.twitter.com/jmSNIsMjsk
— Oli London (@OliLondonTV) April 21, 2025
Within hours, the internet lit up with concern. Social media users noted Bieber’s slimmed-down appearance, subdued energy, and the ongoing speculation about his personal well-being.
“Justin doesn’t look OK,” one user wrote bluntly. “He looks like he’s under some hard influence.” Another echoed the sentiment, commenting that the pop star “needs better friends by [his] side.” Others pointed to his recent erratic behavior—like a run-in with the paparazzi during Week 1 of Coachella—as part of a pattern that suggests Bieber might be struggling behind the scenes.
To be clear: there’s no confirmed indication that Bieber is in crisis. But in the social media age, where every expression and movement is dissected in real time, speculation fills the vacuum left by silence.
This isn’t the first time Bieber has found himself at the center of a conversation about his mental and physical health. Over the years, the pop icon has openly discussed his battles with anxiety, depression, and the pressures of fame. He’s taken multiple breaks from music and public life to prioritize his health, and even in his most recent appearances, he’s largely stayed low-profile—often avoiding the spotlight even at events where his peers are center stage.
The reaction to these latest clips underscores the duality of his public image: to some, he’s the carefree megastar enjoying a well-earned break. To others, he’s a warning sign—one of many in a career marked by early success, intense scrutiny, and personal turbulence.
