Justin Bieber made headlines over the weekend, but not just for showing up at a major hockey game.
The 31-year-old singer, who’s mostly stayed under the radar lately, was spotted in Toronto looking noticeably thinner as he leaned on wife Hailey Bieber for support.
The couple was attending Game 7 of the NHL Eastern Conference Semifinals, rooting for Justin’s home team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, as they went up against the Florida Panthers.
While it was a rare public outing for the pop star, fans were quick to notice something seemed off — and not just with his appearance.
The sighting came just days after Bieber finally addressed ongoing speculation about his past connection to disgraced music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Cheering on the Maple Leafs — But Fans Were Distracted
Photos from the night, shared by the NHL’s official Instagram page, showed Justin and Hailey sitting front row at the Scotiabank Arena.
Justin had his arm around Hailey and flashed a wide, almost exaggerated smile.
That smile, however, sparked more concern than comfort among followers.
Dressed in a bold striped jacket with coral and orange tones, a furry beige hat, and black sunglasses, Justin stood out in the crowd.
But what truly caught people’s attention was how gaunt and tired he looked — especially when grinning.
Social media users didn’t hold back. Comments like “Is he okay?” and comparisons to Jared Leto’s Joker character in Suicide Squad filled the posts.
One person even joked about his hat looking like something out of a Devo music video.
Fans Are Still Uneasy About the Diddy Connection
This latest public appearance came just days after Justin broke his silence on a deeply controversial topic: his past relationship with Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Rumors have been swirling for years, but they reached a fever pitch following Diddy’s recent arrest on serious charges, including sex trafficking.
Last year, an old video resurfaced of a then-underage Justin spending “48 hours” with Diddy.
The clip — which many fans called “disturbing” — showed the two hanging out closely while working on music.
The timing and nature of the video raised red flags for many, especially given the nature of the current allegations against Diddy.
Justin Speaks Out: “I Wasn’t a Victim, But Others Were”
On Thursday, Justin issued a statement, hoping to put some of the speculation to rest.
He clarified that while he wasn’t a victim of Diddy’s alleged abuse, he recognizes that others were — and that it’s important not to shift focus away from those seeking justice.
“Although Justin is not among Sean Combs’ victims, there are individuals who were genuinely harmed by him.
Shifting focus away from this reality detracts from the justice these victims rightfully deserve,” his spokesperson told TMZ.
Insiders also stressed that Justin’s past time with Diddy was more about performance and publicity than anything personal — adding that he was closer to Diddy’s sons than to the mogul himself.
An Emotional Toll: “He’s Shut Off Completely”
Sources say the revelations about Diddy have deeply shaken Bieber, especially since many people who helped shape his early career were closely tied to the rapper.
One insider told DailyMail.com, “Bieber is so disturbed by the Diddy news and is unwilling to process it or discuss it — so he has shut off.”
Apparently, Justin also regrets having been involved in Diddy’s 2023 album The Love Album: Off the Grid.
The source added, “Had he known what was happening, he never would have agreed to be part of it.”
Resurfaced Videos Paint a Troubling Picture
Fueling the concern, another old clip from their 48 hours together went viral again last year.
In it, Diddy said, “He’s having 48 hours with Diddy… we’re gonna go full crazy.” At the time, Justin was only 15.
The video, which seemed lighthearted on the surface, struck many as deeply inappropriate in retrospect — especially as it resurfaced right when Diddy’s homes were being raided.
More footage from 2011 also raised eyebrows. In one, Diddy asked Justin — then 16 — why he hadn’t been calling as much.
Justin, visibly uncomfortable, tried to deflect, mumbling that he hadn’t had Diddy’s number.
Fans Believe Justin Has Been Crying for Help in His Music
Some fans believe Justin has already been trying to process all of this — through his music.
His 2021 ballad Lonely is now being re-examined with fresh eyes.
The lyrics include painful lines like:
“And everybody saw me sick / And it felt like no one gave a s**/ They criticized the things I did as an idiot kid.”*
One commenter wrote, “No one protected him.
Not even his family. I hope he can heal with time.”
Diddy’s Trial Brings Even More Dark Details
Diddy’s sex trafficking trial officially kicked off earlier this week, with his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura taking the stand.
She had previously filed a lawsuit against Diddy in 2023, which was quickly settled — but now, she’s opening up about what really happened during their time together.
Cassie described being forced into what Diddy allegedly called “freak offs,” sometimes involving multiple male escorts.
Jurors were shown five explicit photos from those encounters, though the public was shielded from viewing them.
Reactions from the courtroom painted a grim picture, with jurors visibly shaken by what they saw.
Celebrity Names Pulled Into the Chaos
The ripple effect of the case has pulled in other high-profile names too — including Bruce Willis and Britney Spears, though details about their involvement remain unclear.
It’s a chilling moment in pop culture, where disturbing behavior hidden behind celebrity glitz is finally being dragged into the light.
For Justin Bieber, the trauma may not have directly touched him — but it’s clear the shockwaves are affecting him profoundly.