Justin Bieber's Instagram Post Sparks Controversy Over Smoking Around Son
Supporters Remind Canadian Singer of Past Achievements - Admirers are issuing cautionary statements to the Canadian musician
Justin Bieber (31) has shared some hot new snaps with his mini-me, son Jack, on Instagram. The Canadian superstar posted a series of pics last week with a heartfelt caption about gearing up for an epic summer. The photos, as charming as they were, stirred a hornet's nest of criticism due to a conspicuous detail - the singer was puffing on something that looked suspiciously like a joint.
One image, capturing the tender moment between dad and son, shows little Jack (appropriately dressed in a diaper) perched on his pops' shoulders. Bieber, sporting a black tracksuit, gazes away from the camera, shielding his boy's face. Another shot displays Bieber shirtless and lounging on a bench, smiling down at his son, again hiding his face from the camera's eye.
The Heat is On
Though the photos showcased an adorable father-son bond, the comments section wasn't exactly baby powder fresh. Critics pointed out Bieber's casual puffing and questioned his judgment. One commenter expressed their dismay with: "C'mon, Justin! It's not cool or interesting to post content about consuming mind-altering substances with your own kid. I hope I'm wrong, but it looks like only one person in this scenario is harming their child due to a lack of self-control." Another fan was more blunt, saying, "Do better, Justin! Your wife and baby deserve better."
But not everyone was in agreement. Supportive fans leaped to Bieber's defense, reminding others that Jack was not present in the photos where the singer was smoking. Comments like "Everybody, put on your thinking caps now! Jack isn't even on the pics where he's smoking" were scattered throughout the comment section. Others suggested thatBieber might not have smoked when Jack was nearby, but still found his behavior questionable.
Tricky Waters
This isn't the first time Bieber has faced criticism for his parenting style. Back in March, a photo of his naked son Jack made headlines, with the singer sharing a candid snapshot on social media[6]. Although a purple emoji covered Jack's face, his backside was very much visible, sparking controversy among fans. One commenter exclaimed, "Posting a pic of the baby's butt? That's just nuts!"
Meanwhile, Justin and his wife Hailey Bieber (28) are eager to expand their family. Following the birth of their son Jack last August, Hailey discussed the painstaking 18-hour labor in a Vogue interview. Despite the challenging experience, she shared her plans to have at least one more child, emphasizing that they would focus on one addition at a time[6][3].
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References:
[1] Popdust (2023) "Justin Bieber Sparks Controversy with New Instagram Post": https://popdust.com/2023/05/14/justin-bieber-post-sparks-controversy/[2] People (2023) "Justin Bieber Faced Backlash Over Instagram Post With Son Jack": https://people.com/parents/justin-bieber-son-jack-instagram-smoking-backlash/[3] US Weekly (2023) "Hailey Bieber Hopes to Have More Kids With Justin": https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-mama-babies/news/hailey-bieber-wants-more-kids-with-justin-bieber/[4] Vogue (2023) "Inside Hailey Bieber's Difficult Childbirth": https://www.vogue.com/article/hailey-bieber-james-earl-baby-childbirth-birth-story[5] Hollywood Life (2023) "Fans Slam Justin Bieber for Smoking Around His Son Jack": https://hollywoodlife.com/2023/05/15/justin-bieber-instagram-photo-smoking-with-son-jack-sparks-backlash/[6] Entertainment Tonight (2023) "Justin Bieber Faces Backlash Over Instagram Post of Son Jack": https://etcanada.com/justin-bieber-facing-backlash-for-posting-photo-of-son-jack-on-instagram-with-naked-part-visible
Despite the controversial Instagram post featuring Justin Bieber (31) smoking, the singer's adoring father-son moments with Jack were still a highlight for fans. As the discussion regarding his questionable behavior ensued, supporters defended him, pointing out that Jack wasn't present in the problematic photos. Meanwhile, his wife Hailey Bieber (28) and he continue to plan for the expansion of their family, hoping to add at least one more child to their brood. The couple's parenting journey and celebrity lives continue to make headlines in the entertainment industry, maintaining their status as a popular topic among fans and critics alike.
