Overview
- In a recent livestream, Bieber said that thinking of a woman "with lust" is equivalent to adultery and compared showing anger toward someone to killing.
- Clips of the exchange spread widely across social platforms, drawing sharp disagreement between supporters who cite his faith and critics who say the view equates thought with action.
- Relationship expert Louella Alderson told the Mirror that labeling fleeting attractions as cheating can be unrealistic and guilt‑inducing, echoing concerns raised by mental‑health advocates cited in coverage.
- Bieber has not issued a public clarification, as coverage renewed attention on his marriage to Hailey Bieber, with outlets noting no verified change to the couple’s status.
- The remarks came during his new run of daily Twitch sessions from a warehouse studio, where he has quickly amassed about 160,000 followers while gearing up for his Coachella 2026 headline set.