Justin Bieber has grown so much since his days as a ‘Baby’ celebrity. See all of his best photos from when he was young to today, here.
Justin Bieber has grown from a YouTube discovery into one of the most iconic pop stars of his generation. After releasing his debut EP My World in 2009, Bieber shot to fame with the smash hit Baby and quickly became a global teen idol with a devoted fan base that helped make him a household name.
Over the years, he continued to evolve as an artist, delivering chart-topping hits like Love Yourself, Sorry, What Do You Mean? and Beauty and a Beat. In 2025, he released the studio album Swag, which produced acclaimed singles such as “Daisies” and “Yukon” and earned multiple 2026 Grammy nominations. He also dropped a double-album companion, Swag II, rounding out a prolific creative period that has carried into 2026.
In his personal life, Bieber married Hailey Bieber in 2018, and the couple welcomed their first child, son Jack Blues Bieber, in August 2024. Hailey and Justin frequently share affectionate moments and updates about family life, including Jack’s early milestones like learning to speak and expressing an obsession with “basketball.”
Bieber has also been candid about past health challenges, including a Lyme Disease diagnosis and partia facial paralysis due to Ramsay Hunt syndrome in 2022, which led to the cancellation of his Justice World Tour in 2023 so he could focus on his recovery.
Justin Bieber has grown so much over the years. See how he transformed from a pint-sized pop star to the mega-talent he is today, right here.
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Justin Bieber Young: Photos
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Justin Bieber has become one of the most recognizable singers in the music industry. From the time he burst onto the scene with his debut EP My World in 2009, he’s wowed people everywhere with his talent and good looks. After becoming a bonafide teen idol, Justin devoted fanbase helped him become a household name.
His first big hit “Baby” dominated radio and from there, he was destined for super-stardom. Some of his other big hit songs include “Love Yourself,” “Sorry,” “Beauty And The Beat,” and “What Do You Mean?” He’s collaborated with everyone from R&B legend Usher to EDM DJ Skrillex, from Latin star Luis Fonsi to country favorites Dan + Shay.
Over the years, Justin has dealt with several health issues. He revealed he had Lyme Disease in 2020. In June of 2022, he shared that half his face had been paralyzed due to Ramsy Hunt Syndrome. His health struggles escalated so much that he canceled his 2023 Justice world tour in Feb. of that year.
Justin Bieber has grown so much over the years. See how he transformed from a pint-sized pop star to the mega-talent he is today, right here.
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Justin Bieber Performs On a ‘Today’ Show Concert Series in 2009
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Justin Bieber sings with an acoustic guitar. It was on the ‘Today’ show in 2009.
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Justin Bieber as a young kid
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Justin Bieber poses for a portrait in West Hollywood, CA. It was during his early years of success when he was just 15/16 years old!
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Justin Bieber At Z100 Jingle Ball
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Justin Bieber performs at the Z100 Jingle Ball in New York in 2009. He looked so happy to be there!
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Justin Bieber At The 2010 Grammys
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Canadian Singer Justin Bieber Arrives at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center in Los Angeles CA in 2010. He posed for pics on the red carpet.
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Justin Bieber younger at The Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards
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Justin Bieber poses at teh Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards in 2010. He wore a black shirt and pants and neon green sneakers.
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Justin Bieber In 2010
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Justin Bieber in concert at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in 2010. He was at the top of his game!
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Justin Bieber At The 2010 MTV Video Music Awards
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Justin Bieber poses with an award at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards in 2010. He stopped in the press room to chat with reporters.
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Justin Bieber On ‘The X Factor’
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Justin Bieber performs on ‘The X Factor’ TV Programme in London in 2010. He was one of several high-profile performers to appear on the show.
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Justin Bieber At The 2011 Grammys
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ustin Bieber arrives for the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA in 2011. He looked great in a tux.
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Justin Bieber At The European MTV Awards
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Justin Bieber performs onstage at the MTV European Music Awards in 2011. It was in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
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Selena Gomez & Justin Bieber at Vanity Fair’s 2011 Oscar Party
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Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber pose at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards Vanity Fair Party in 2011. They matched their epic outfits.
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Justin Bieber On The ‘I Believe Tour’
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Justin Bieber performs during the ‘I Believe Tour’ at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. He wore all white and sunglasses.
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Justin Bieber At The AMAs
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Justin Bieber arrives at the American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. He showed off a Nirvana shirt and ripped jeans.
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Justin Bieber In Concert
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Justin Bieber performs on ‘The Purpose Tour’ at the Allstate Arena, in Rosemont, IL. He wore a jersey and bandana on stage.
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Justin Bieber At The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball
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Justin Bieber on stage at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball in 2016. He showed off epic dance moves.
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Justin Bieber & Hailey Baldwin In London
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Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin walk in London after getting drinks. They looked so in love!
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Justin Bieber At The Brit Awards
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Justin Bieber sits while performing at The Brit Awards. It was in London in 2016.
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Justin Bieber & Hailey Baldwin In Hollywood
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Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin wore all white outfits for a photoshoot, which looked a bit reminiscent of wedding attire. In between takes, Justin could be seen entertaining Hailey and the crew by playing his guitar.
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Justin Bieber At A YouTube event
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Justin Bieber at the ‘Justin Bieber: Seasons’ show premiere. It was at the Regency Bruin Theatre in Los Angeles in 2020.
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Justin Bieber Hiking
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Justin Bieber hikes in Hollywood in Oct 2.021. He wore a lilac hoodie from his own Drew brand. While out some fans spotted him and snapped photos.
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Justin Bieber Teams With Tim Horton’s
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Go nuts for donuts! Justin Bieber helped bolster the profits of his motherland’s favorite coffee chain Tim Hortons with a limited issue line of donut holes that sent the final quarter’s profits soaring by more than ten percent. Bieber collaborated with Tim Hortons late last November to release ‘Timbiebs’, available in chocolate white fudge, sour cream chocolate chip, and birthday cake waffle flavors.
“Doing a Tim Hortons collab has always been a dream of mine,” Bieber said when announcing the partnership. “I grew up on Tim Hortons and it’s always been something close to my heart.”
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Justin & Hailey Bieber At The 2022 Grammys
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Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber look so chic at the 64th annual Grammy Awards in Las Vegas on Apr. 3, 2022. He wore a baggy grey suit and pink beanie while she was radiant in all white.
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Justin Bieber In 2023
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Justin Bieber looked ready for his morning coffee buzz while out in NYC’s Tribeca neighborhood with wife Hailey Bieber ion Jan. 25, 2023. He wore a heavy jacket and black work shoes.
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Justin Bieber at the 68th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
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