Justin BieBer 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 1 5/21/12 9:53 AM 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 2 5/21/12 9:53 AM 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 3 5/21/12 9:53 AM Copyright © 2012 by Triumph Books LLC No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise, without prior written permission of the publisher, Triumph Books LLC, 814 North Franklin Street; Chicago, Illinois 60610. This book is available in quantity at special discounts for your group or organization. For further information, contact: Triumph Books LLC 814 North Franklin Street Chicago, Illinois 60610 Phone: (312) 337-0747 www.triumphbooks.com Printed in U.S.A. ISBN: 978-1-60078-792-8 Content packaged by Mojo Media, Inc. Joe Funk: Editor Jason Hinman: Creative Director All photos courtesy of Getty Images unless otherwise noted. This book is not authorized, approved, or endorsed by Justin Bieber, Schoolboy Records, or any organization or entity associated with or affiliated with Justin Bieber. It is not an official publication. 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 4 5/21/12 9:53 AM Contents Justin at 18! ...............................6 New Album! ..............................22 The Women In His Life ..............36 Biggest Influences .....................52 His Hobbies ................................66 Funniest Moments ....................76 A Worldwide Sensation ...............88 A 21st Century Pop Star .............98 A P Im ag es 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 5 5/21/12 9:53 AM Justin Bieber: BELIEVE JJJuuussstttiiinnn AAAttt 111888!!! He’s sold over 8 million records, been nominated for a pair of Grammys, and boasts one of the largest and most devoted fan bases in the world. He has donated more money to charity than nearly any other celebrity, and he’s just turned 18. No, Justin Bieber is not a typical 18 year old, not by a long shot. He’s one of the most famous people in the world and has remained humble despite his success, a true underdog that has become a superstar. Above: While he’s certainly not a fi ghter, Since becoming internationally Justin Bieber is a heavyweight champion famous three years ago, Bieber’s active when it comes to being a 21st century, life has forced him to grow up faster multimedia, pop culture superstar. Opposite: than most teenagers. With the support Justin laid low on his actual 18th birthday, of a great network of business partners preferring to spend the day with loved and a wonderful family influence, ones and trying to organize another Twitter charity campaign. He was not however, Biebs was able to ring in his 18th forgotten by his fans, however, as this birthday as a well-balanced, kind-hearted huge Bieber fan excitedly reveals an star in a world filled with celebrities updated wax fi gure of Justin at Madame behaving badly. Tussaud’s in Hollywood on March 1. There When he turned 17 on March 1, 2011, is also a pair of Bieber waxes in Europe, Justin focused his energy on one of the making Justin one of the most popular things that he does best: his charity celebrities to be depicted in wax. 6 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 6 5/21/12 9:53 AM 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 7 5/21/12 9:53 AM 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 8 5/21/12 9:53 AM work. Using the power of his Twitter army of Beliebers, Justin spent the day raising money for the organization charity: water, a cause close to his heart. He urged his followers to donate $17, in the end garnering over $47,000 for the charity. With his 18th birthday approaching, Justin wanted to do something special for charity again. He Tweeted messages about other charities in addition to charity: water, guiding them to donate to several worthy causes. It’s a classic Justin moment, taking the spotlight off of himself to raise tens of thousands of dollars for great causes. Justin received a special birthday present from his manager, Scooter Braun, during an appearance on Ellen DeGeneres’ television show, a $100,000 Fisker Karma electric car. The vehicle is extremely eco- friendly, with all of the wood trim coming from trees that fell on their own and surfaces made of fabrics that feature no animal products. The swanky new wheels are ultra-rare and set Justin apart from the pack. He was certainly surprised by the awesome gift! It’s been a while since Justin has been on tour but he has spent lots of time performing whenever he gets the chance. Even if he only gets to sing a song or two, it’s always worth it for Justin to stretch his voice and let his fans see what he does best: perform. 0001-0112 Bieber Book.indd 9 5/21/12 9:53 AM