In 2020, Justin Bieber found himself in the midst of serious sexual assault allegations made by two women regarding incidents from 2014 and 2015. Instead of remaining quiet, Bieber took a strong stance, filing a $20 million defamation lawsuit.
One of the women accused him of assaulting her in a hotel, but evidence showed he was not at that hotel that night, as he was with his then-girlfriend Selena Gomez. Bieber’s legal team quickly provided proof to support his alibi.
Not one to shy away from the situation, Bieber addressed the issue directly on Twitter, stating, “Rumors are rumors, but sexual abuse is something I don’t take lightly. I wanted to speak out immediately but needed to gather the facts first.” Alongside his social media defense, he initiated legal action, seeking $10 million in damages from both accusers.
This episode highlights Bieber’s proactive approach to serious accusations, emphasizing his commitment to defending hi
s name.