Pop star Justin Bieber has paused planning for a 2026 world tour as he reportedly focuses on his mental health.
According to RadarOnline, the decision, described by one industry source as abrupt, halted conversations that had been underway among promoters, managers and creative teams. "One day, they were tossing around ideas, the next day ... absolute silence. Total blackout," the source said. Another person familiar with past tour planning said Bieber had not committed to cities, dates or a theme.
Those close to the singer said the break is intended to protect his emotional balance and well‑being. "He's protecting his mental space," a confidant told RadarOnline.com. "Justin refuses to jump back into the machine until it feels right."
Representatives for Bieber did not respond Friday to requests for comment. A spokesperson for his record company declined to comment.
Bieber, 31, has spent parts of his career publicly addressing mental‑health challenges and has previously canceled or postponed shows to prioritize his health. He has released chart‑topping albums and staged several large tours since his breakthrough as a teen pop star.
Industry executives said sudden pauses in tour planning are not uncommon when an artist or management reassesses timing, creative direction or personal readiness. Tour freezes can delay contracts with venues and promoters and complicate ticketing plans, particularly for global runs that require coordinating dates, routing and production around international markets.
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The reported pause comes amid ongoing interest in Bieber's career and personal life. His last major tour, the 2022 Justice World Tour, was followed by periods of fewer public appearances as he balanced recording and personal commitments.
A paused tour does not necessarily mean a permanent cancellation, promoters and insiders said. "Artists will often step back, regroup and relaunch when the conditions and the artist's mindset are right," one promoter said on condition of anonymity.
RadarOnline.com published the account Thursday, citing unnamed industry and personal sources. Bieber's current schedule of public performances is limited; any future tour plans will likely be announced through his official channels when he and his team are ready, industry observers said.
Meanwhile, Hailey Bieber gave fans a glimpse into her family life with a new photo of her husband, Justin Bieber, holding their 1-year-old son, Jack. The model shared the image on her Instagram Story Tuesday, captioning it, "Just like Daddy," to highlight the physical resemblance between father and son.
The couple has been protective of Jack's privacy, often keeping his face out of the public eye. In an October interview with WSJ Magazine, Hailey explained their decision to limit exposure of their child.
"Until your child can understand it and it's possible to have conversation around it, I have no interest in putting him out there in any way," she said.
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