Los Angeles, CA — Justin Bieber is once again at the center of internet speculation after a recent appearance on a livestream hosted by controversial internet personality N3on, where the pop superstar was seen exhibiting erratic behavior that left fans worried — and the internet buzzing.
The stream, which aired late Monday night and quickly went viral on X and TikTok, showed Bieber in what many are calling a “disturbing” state. Viewers noted that the 31-year-old singer appeared restless, fidgety, and visibly agitated throughout the video. Clips circulating online show Bieber frequently rubbing his face, darting his eyes around the room, and mumbling under his breath — all while seemingly unaware of the camera pointed directly at him.
“Something’s not right,” one viewer wrote on X. “This isn’t the Justin we know. He looks like he’s tweaking.”
Others echoed similar sentiments, flooding the livestream’s comment section with messages of concern. Words like “tweaking,” “zooted,” and “off something” trended across multiple platforms as fans speculated whether the singer was under the influence of drugs or experiencing a mental health episode.
While no official statement has been made by Bieber or his team regarding the incident, the footage has reignited long-standing public concerns about the pop star’s well-documented struggles with health — both mental and physical. In the past, Bieber has spoken openly about battling depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, as well as the toll fame has taken on his life since skyrocketing to stardom as a teenager.
“I was doing things that I was ashamed of,” Bieber said in his 2020 YouTube documentary series Seasons, referencing his past drug use. “I got really depressed, and I didn’t know how to get out of it.”
Adding to the speculation is the unpredictable nature of the stream’s host, N3on, a Twitch personality known for his chaotic and often controversial content. Critics have questioned why Bieber would even appear on such a platform, given the host’s reputation and tendency to push boundaries for clicks.
“N3on puts people in uncomfortable situations for views,” one Reddit user commented. “It’s not a safe space for someone like Bieber to be in — especially if he’s not in a good headspace.”
In several clips, N3on appears to encourage Bieber to “turn up” or act more animated for the camera, which many fans interpreted as exploitative. At one point, Bieber looks directly into the camera and mutters something inaudible before nervously laughing and rubbing his nose — a moment that only fueled the drug speculation further.
Despite the chaos, some fans have urged others to approach the situation with empathy rather than ridicule.
“We don’t know what’s really going on,” one fan wrote on Instagram. “Justin has been through a lot. Let’s not jump to conclusions — but let’s also hope he’s okay.”
Others criticized those turning the footage into memes or reaction videos, calling it “insensitive” and “tone-deaf” to mock someone potentially struggling with serious issues.
As of now, Bieber’s representatives have remained silent, and no follow-up appearances or statements have been made. The livestream — now deleted from N3on’s official channel — has been reposted countless times across social media, racking up millions of views and sparking ongoing debate over celebrity privacy, online exploitation, and the price of fame.
Meanwhile, health experts have weighed in on the potential risks of broadcasting unstable behavior live online, especially when it involves high-profile figures.
“Public mental health episodes or suspected substance-related incidents can lead to harmful speculation,” said Dr. Rachel Kim, a licensed clinical psychologist. “When influencers or celebrities are clearly not well, these moments shouldn’t be entertainment — they should be red flags.”
For now, fans around the world are hoping this was just a bad moment — not a deeper cry for help.