Justin Bieber is reportedly cutting ties with longtime friends, raising concerns. Some claim the pop star is being isolated by his church. A new documentary, TMZ Investigates: What Happened to Justin Bieber, now streaming on Hulu, explores Bieber’s connection to Churchome, a Beverly Hills-based Christian congregation.
Bieber, 31, is no longer in touch with Ryan Good, a close friend and his wedding best man. Good was also a creative partner at Bieber’s clothing brand, Drew House. Sources say the fallout came after Good left Churchome, calling it cult-like.
Churchome’s pastor, Judah Smith, has denied these “cult” claims. He joked that a church meeting once a month couldn’t be considered a cult. Despite the humor, concerns about Bieber’s ties to Smith and the church persist.
Justin Bieber’s Church Connection Raises Concerns About Isolation and Mental Health
The documentary also reveals that Bieber and Pastor Smith reportedly confronted former manager Scooter Braun, criticizing him over his lack of Christian faith. Sources say similar pressure was placed on Ryan Good, including uncomfortable probing into his personal life.
Comments made by Bieber’s business manager—who is also connected to Churchome—added to the unease. The documentary goes beyond the church itself. It dives into Bieber’s current state of mind, ongoing financial issues, career decline, and reported marital struggles with wife Hailey.
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In April, Ryan Good voiced his own concerns. He pointed to Bieber’s unusual behavior at Coachella and emotional online posts as signs of deeper trouble. He also revealed he hadn’t spoken to Bieber in over a year, a striking detail given their long friendship and close business ties.
Public worries about Bieber’s mental health have only intensified. Recent social media posts, including ones where he appeared to be “begging God for help,” have drawn widespread attention.
The Hulu documentary paints a complex picture of a pop icon facing emotional and spiritual turmoil. It suggests that Bieber’s shrinking circle and deepening church involvement are more than personal changes—they may be symptoms of something far more serious.
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