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Justin Bieber had a lot on his mind this Father’s Day — and he didn’t hold back. The pop icon took to Instagram to share a raw and emotional glimpse into both his personal struggles and his proudest new title: dad.

In a surprising move, Bieber posted screenshots of a tense text exchange with a former friend, publicly ending what he described as a “short-lived relationship.” The messages showed Bieber confronting his own anger and trauma, making it clear he won’t apologize for emotional honesty. “Conflict is part of relationship,” he wrote. “If you don’t like my anger, you don’t like me.”

As the exchange escalated, Bieber officially cut ties, claiming he had always kept distance because of the friend’s perceived lack of authenticity. “Blocking u now,” he ended.

The emotional rollercoaster didn’t stop there. In a follow-up post, Bieber addressed public concern: “Your concern doesn’t come off as care, it’s just oppressive weirdo.” He then reflected on his internal battles, stating, “I know I’m broken… I’ve tried to do the work my whole life.”

But amid the turmoil, a softer moment emerged. Bieber also celebrated his first Father’s Day with wife Hailey and their son, Jack Blues, calling it “a day I’ll never forget.”

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