Pop superstar Justin Bieber recently gave fans a glimpse into a more emotional side of his life, sharing a series of eclectic posts on Instagram that included pictures of himself crying. The 29-year-old singer-songwriter's posts, which also featured onstage shots and a blurry image of what appears to be marijuana, drew a mix of concern and support from his followers, including a response from his wife, Hailey Bieber.
In the tearful selfies, Justin can be seen shedding a single tear, showcasing a more somber and toned-down demeanor than what many are accustomed to seeing from the typically upbeat artist. While some fans reacted with worry, questioning if Justin was okay and wondering what might have caused his emotional moment, Hailey took a lighthearted approach, commenting, "A pretty crier."
The model's response suggests that she is not overly concerned about her husband's tearful post, and her subtle support was further demonstrated by her "liking" the upload. The couple, who first linked up in 2015 and tied the knot in a courthouse wedding in September 2018, recently celebrated their fifth anniversary and have been open about the work they put into their relationship.
Despite their strong bond, Justin and Hailey have faced their share of challenges, including recent divorce rumors sparked by a call for prayers reposted by Hailey's father, Stephen Baldwin. The model quickly shut down the claims, taking to her Instagram Story to assert that the stories and "blind items" circulating on TikTok were "100% of the time wrong" and "made out of thin air."
In the past, Hailey has been candid about the effort required to maintain a healthy marriage, telling Harper's Bazaar in August 2022, "Day to day, week to week, year to year. ... You have to figure out how to deal with this s-t as it comes, you know? There's a reason they say 'for better or for worse.' Like, that's for real!" She later clarified her remarks on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, explaining that she was referring to the difference between compromise and sacrifice in relationships, including friendships and work connections.
A source close to the couple told Us Weekly in February that while they experienced "growing pains in the beginning," Justin and Hailey are now "in a good place." The insider credited communication and continuing therapy as key factors in their success, adding that the couple's shared faith has helped them build a "strong foundation."
As fans continue to speculate about the meaning behind Justin's emotional posts, it appears that the singer is simply sharing a more vulnerable side of himself with his followers. The eclectic nature of his recent Instagram activity, ranging from somber selfies to performance shots and marijuana imagery, suggests that the tearful moment may not be indicative of a larger emotional breakdown.
