Justin Bieber was spotted smoking a cigar during a golf outing in The Hamptons just days before his scheduled performance at the FIFA World Cup halftime show. The 32-year-old Canadian singer, who will join Madonna, Shakira, and Coldplay in the 11-minute event, appeared unfazed by potential vocal strain from the cigar. The halftime show, curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, will take place on Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in New York. It will feature a diverse lineup including Burna Boy, Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel, and the PS22 Chorus, a Staten Island elementary school choir. The event supports the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for children's education and soccer access worldwide. Bieber, amid a career resurgence following his 2025 album 'Swag,' expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the cause. The show will air on Fox, Fox One, Telemundo, and streaming platforms in the U.S.
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Justin Bieber Smokes Cigar Days Before World Cup Halftime Show
By The Unbiased Times AI
July 18, 2026 • 12:48 AM• Updated July 18, 2026 • 12:57 AM
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All sources agree on the core facts of Bieber's cigar smoking and his upcoming World Cup halftime performance. Both articles emphasize the star-studded lineup and the charitable mission of the event, though the Daily Mail focuses more on Bieber's personal appearance and recent career moves, while NPR highlights the global scope and diversity of the performers. Neither source presents conflicting interpretations of the event.
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