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Justin Bieber told viewers he was nursing a painful injury after a tumble from an Onewheel electric skateboard, admitting the impact left him sore enough that talking and laughing were uncomfortable. The pop star shared the details live on Twitch while rehearsing for an upcoming Coachella set, giving fans a candid look at how the fall has affected him physically and emotionally.
Details of the Onewheel accident and immediate pain
During a lengthy Twitch session, Bieber described wiping out on an Onewheel and landing hard on his side and hip. He said the blow translated into lingering rib and torso pain.
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- Fall mechanics: He reported falling off the board and striking his hip and side.
- Pain symptoms: Singing, laughing, and even talking caused discomfort.
- On-camera reaction: He tried to remain upbeat while visibly cradling his ribs.
What he shared on Twitch about the injury
Bieber spent several hours on stream, alternating rehearsal with candid moments about his condition. He repeatedly emphasized how intense the rib and hip soreness felt.
Notable moments from the stream
- He acknowledged the injury while running through a live rehearsal for his Coachella performance.
- He told viewers he was attempting to “play it cool” despite the pain.
- Fans heard him explain that even routine actions trigger discomfort.
Impact on live shows and Coachella preparations
Despite the pain, Bieber continued with rehearsal work for Coachella 2026. He showed determination to keep preparing but warned the injury made vocal work harder.
- He practiced while managing soreness.
- Team and fans watched as he balanced recovery and performance demands.
Previous summer injury and public sightings
Photos earlier in the year captured Bieber with a wrapped knee, fueling questions about other recent aches. In June, he was photographed entering a West Hollywood spa wearing a black bandage on his left knee.
- Outing details: He wore casual attire — a red hoodie, teal athletic shorts, blue slides, and a backward cap.
- Speculation: The bandaged knee remained unexplained at the time.
Family life and candid stories shared on stream
Bieber also used the stream to revisit a tense moment from his wife Hailey’s labor in August. He described feeling a strong urge to do more as a father during the delivery and clashed briefly with the doula’s role.
- He said he felt sidelined and wanted to be fully present for the birth.
- Hailey asked him to smooth things over; he later apologized and clarified his intentions.
- He emphasized that his instincts as a dad pushed him to be involved.
Responses, public reaction, and what’s next
Requests for comment from Bieber’s representatives were not immediately answered. Fans reacted across social platforms, sharing concern and encouragement as he balances recovery with work.
- Some supporters urged rest and recovery.
- Others praised his commitment to rehearsal despite the setback.
- Medical updates or official statements have not been released publicly.
