Overview

• Under his mother’s post, Bieber wrote, “Only thing I need healing from is my rolled pinky toe from playing ping pong,” responding weeks after her message.
• Pattie Mallette’s Sept. 22 caption asked God to “HEAL EVERY WOUND” in her son’s “heart, mind and body,” without stating what prompted the prayer.
• Coverage notes the exchange drew significant attention and fan concern online, though there is no confirmed change in Bieber’s health or family relationship.
• The social-media back-and-forth comes as Bieber has shared faith-centered reflections and promoted Swag and September’s Swag II, including visuals featuring a “Pray for Me” shirt.
• Reports also point to an active professional stretch for Bieber, who is slated to headline Coachella in 2026 alongside Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G.