The truth about Justin Bieber's relationship with his father
Too late to apologize? Singer-songwriter Justin Bieber has had a tumultuous relationship with his father, Jeremy Bieber, for most of his life. Since the singer was raised primarily by his single mother, Pattie Mallette, who was also his manager and was often seen on the road with him, his father was painted to be an absent father.
However, while Bieber's men might have disagreed in the past, it appears they are making up for lost time. For Father's Day 2020, the "Baby" singer greeted his dad with a photo of Justin when he was a baby in his dad's arms. "Happy Father's Day Dad!" Justin wrote. "Sucks, I can't be with you today, but thankful that Bay, Jaxo, Allie, and Jazzy are spending time with you!" he titled the image, referring to the stepbrothers. "Xoxo, have an AMAZING DAY!" But how did Justin and Jeremy get to this point? Keep scrolling for more details on Justin's relationship with his father.
Jeremy Bieber wasn't ready for fatherhood when Justin Bieber was born
Although pop star Justin Bieber's parents never married, the former couple welcomed their son when father Jeremy Bieber was just 18 and mother Pattie Mallette was 17. At the time of his birth, Justin said that his father "was not in a place where he could raise a child" in a 2015 interview with Billboard. «He was immature. He left about a year when I was 4 years old, he went to British Columbia, he came back on Father's Day. I remember my mom saying, "If you're going to be here, you have to be here." ''
Despite his rocky start, Justin assured the outlet that Jeremy eventually became a father figure. "There is a misconception that he is such a lazy father, but he has been in my life ever since," he said at the time, adding, "I was with him on weekends and Wednesdays." While Jeremy is often portrayed as a negative influence in Justin's life, the heartthrob said he has been a great role model and the two often swap Bible verses and share a deep connection.
Jeremy Bieber's parenting style has raised some eyebrows
Although Justin Bieber said that his father is a huge influence behind closed doors, Jeremy Bieber has made some public comments that caused a stir among Justin's fans. In October 2015, Jeremy made a crude comment after nude photos of the "Yummy" singer were leaked on social media. «@Justinbieber, what do you give that thing? #proud daddy, ”Jeremy wrote in a tweet that has since been removed (via Entertainment Tonight).
While many people were surprised that Justin's father made a joke about his son's "privacy", Justin told Billboard that's just his father's sense of humor and his way of teaching his son to deal with beatings. . «I felt super violated. My dad took it lightly, but I don't think that's sick and twisted, ”he told the outlet. "It was fun. Dads are going to be dads. Still, his father's comment started a dispute with actress Bette Midler, who hit his father, tweeting, "I think the biggest idiot in this situation is the dad who abandoned his son." Addressing his statement in the style of Mariah Carey, Justin said Billboard "Honestly, I don't even know who he is."
Justin Bieber's love for his siblings keeps him close to his father
Although Jeremy Bieber was not ready to be a father during the first years of Justin Bieber's life, he took on the role without problems with his other children. Jeremy is also the father of daughter Jazmyn and son Jaxon from his marriage to Erin Wagner. After the couple divorced after seven years together, he married Chelsey Bieber in 2018 and together they welcomed their daughter Bay that same year. Jeremy is also a stepfather to Chelsey's daughter, Allie Rebelo, from a previous relationship.
Considering the vast age difference between Justin and his preteen siblings, he has acted as a father figure in his lives. He often gets excited about them on social media and it seems like they are interested in the family business. In May, Jazmyn posted a photo in the studio with her older brother, where she can be seen showing her the ropes. "Learning from the best @justinbieber," he captioned the sweet image.
Justin's strong connection to his siblings keeps him on good terms with his father. Also in May, the singer posted a photo with his father and his brother, all in matching outfits. "FAM," he wrote with a red heart, labeling his proud dad. From the looks of his coordinated outfit, we'd say they have a pretty solid relationship today.
