Friends fear Justin Bieber is ‘losing touch with reality’

Fears are growing among those closest to Justin Bieber following weeks of erratic behaviour and changes to his appearance.

Justin Bieber has been urged to get his life together and start acting his age, two people close to the singer told The U.S. Sun.

New dad Justin, 30, has sparked concern recently with his gaunt appearance and erratic behaviour.

Earlier this week, his devoted fans were stunned after a wild video surfaced of him rapping on a private jet with a friend.

Holding a bag of chips while swaying slowly, the singer, his eyes glazed, slapped his leg and rapped into the camera: “I fly high like a bad guy, I fly high like a magpie, I go high like a bad guy.”

Canadian singer Justin Bieber. Picture: AFP.

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Some worried fans interpreted the clip as a cry for help.

This incident came just two days after Justin denied allegations of drug use.

Two well-placed insiders — one a business adviser and the other a personal adviser — told The U.S. Sun they fear Justin has reverted to “acting like a teenager” and is “losing touch with reality.”

“It’s concerning,” the first source said.

“He is 30 years old now; he’s an adult and should be taking better care of himself. He knows everyone scrutinises him.”

The singer has been facing growing concerns over his recent behaviour and appearance, which have fuelled rumours about his health and marriage.

In August of last year, Bieber and his wife, Hailey, welcomed their first child, a son named Jack Blues.

Adjusting to life as a new dad, the Baby hit maker has had his hands full — but his team insists his focus remains firmly on his health, family, and art.

The insider stressed that the last 12 months have been “complicated” and that there has been too much partying and not enough attention to his diet and overall wellbeing.

Earlier this month, the singer was spotted out in Hollywood with comedian Dave Chappelle, looking noticeably thin.

“For a guy who used to work out and eat healthy, it’s strange to see him like this,” the source said.

Rumours have continued to swirl about Bieber’s marriage. Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for The Recording Academy.

“I’m not the only one telling him that he doesn’t look great — not for his fans, not for the public. His image as a dad isn’t great; he looks like he’s aged 10 years.”

Justin’s representatives have pushed back against those questioning his mental and physical wellbeing, telling TMZ that the past year has been a “transformative” period for the pop star.

He has reportedly ended several close friendships and business relationships that no longer align with his goals.

Despite the swirling rumours, Justin’s team claims he’s been fully committed to supporting Hailey and their son.

They also criticised the persistence of “negative, salacious, and harmful narratives” surrounding him, maintaining that he’s prioritising his wellbeing and creative pursuits.

The second source, however, described the video of him on the plane as “pathetic,” adding that he needs to snap out of this “weird period.”

“I am so fed up with seeing him eating chips, drinking sodas, and eating burgers all the time,” said a fitness expert who has worked with Bieber in the past.

“That isn’t good for you at all, and it creates a negative cycle when you keep doing it.”

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