Justin Bieber’s relationship with his mother, Pattie Mallette, is in the spotlight once again as her past comments about accountability in Justin’s career have resurfaced in the wake of Diddy’s arrest on racketeering and sex trafficking conspiracy charges. With Diddy pleading not guilty and awaiting trial, questions have been raised about Bieber’s safety and connections, especially during his teenage years when he had a close relationship with the rapper.
Pattie Mallette has always played a pivotal role in Bieber’s career, navigating the pressures and complexities of managing the young pop star’s rise to fame. In her book Nowhere But Up: The Story of Justin Bieber’s Mothershe candidly shared her experiences as a single mother. After giving birth to Justin at age 18, Patti faced many personal challenges, including surviving sexual abuse and attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings as a teenager. She relied on government assistance to make ends meet until Justin’s burgeoning music career gave them a way out.
Patti, who initially helped launch Justin’s career by posting videos of him singing on YouTube, admitted in her memoir that although she believed in her son’s talent, the rapid pace of his rise to stardom made her fear the long-term impact. She described feeling “scared” while signing contracts, and worried about making mistakes that might lead Justin down the wrong path. Her biggest concern was inadvertently steering him into unhealthy relationships — a concern that now seems particularly poignant given the resurfaced reports of Bieber’s relationship with Diddy.
As the criminal charges against Diddy surfaced, old photos and videos of Justin and Diddy together surfaced, raising concern about Justin’s health, especially since he was only 15 years old. The two were often seen partying and collaborating on music, leading some to wonder how much Patti’s fears about the people around Justin came true.
In documentary series on YouTube Justin Bieber: SeasonsThe singer himself revealed the dark side of his early fame. In an episode titled “Dark Season,” Justin shared that he started using marijuana at age 12 or 13, before progressing to more dangerous substances like lean, mushrooms, and pills. At one point, his drug use became so severe that his security team had to check his pulse at night to ensure he was still alive.
Reflecting on her journey in the book, Patty wrote about the pressure she felt while signing contracts that could shape her son’s future. “At the end of the day, I was Justin’s mother. I was responsible for any documents I signed… I was afraid of doing anything wrong. What if I signed something that led Justin in the wrong direction, or put him on the path to unhealthy, long-term relationships? And despite her fears, , Patty said she ultimately trusted her instincts, though she admitted mistakes were inevitable.
Justin Bieber’s turbulent path in the entertainment industry, his personal struggles, and his resurgent relationship with Diddy have once again drawn attention to the difficult balance his mother faced between supporting his career and protecting him from the darker sides of fame.