Justin Bieber reportedly depends on proceeds from Hailey Bieber’s $1 billion Rhode Beauty acquisition by Elf Beauty to settle a $31 million debt to former manager Scooter Braun.
TMZ reported on July 17, 2025, citing sources familiar with the agreement, that the debt originates from a May 2025 audit. This audit revealed unpaid loans and commissions related to Justin Bieber’s cancelled 2022 Justice tour, which was called off due to Ramsay Hunt syndrome. Hailey’s team denied these claims, stating, “Any source making such allegations doesn’t understand the entertainment industry or is simply trying to discredit Justin.” Bieber’s representatives also refuted the allegations of financial trouble.
At 28, Hailey has demonstrated her business acumen through a recent deal, which has potentially established her as the primary earner in the family. Below, we explore the origins of the debt, the Rhode deal, and the scrutiny surrounding Bieber’s spending, referencing TMZ reports and statements from the couple’s representatives.
— Justin Bieber (@justinbieber) July 16, 2025
Justin Bieber’s $31 Million Debt
An audit in May 2025 uncovered Bieber owed millions to Braun and HYBE, Braun’s former company. The debt includes a $26 million loan for the Justice tour, cancelled due to Bieber’s health diagnosis. Braun covered the repayment when the financing company demanded it, thereby incurring a $31 million obligation. The audit also revealed over $11 million in unpaid commissions, with Bieber required to pay half of the amount. The settlement ties payment to Hailey’s closure of the Rhode deal.
Working on new 🕶️ 👓 shapes for @skylrk with the team
I like how these ones r more sportyyyy pic.twitter.com/Oi4dAOWE16
— Justin Bieber (@justinbieber) July 17, 2025Hailey announced the sale of Rhode Beauty to Elf Beauty for $1 billion in May 2025 via Instagram, with the aim of driving global growth. A source told People: “Hailey is now the financial provider in the family.” At 28, Hailey’s deal cements her as a top businesswoman, potentially aiding Bieber’s finances. Her rep denied using funds for the debt: “Hailey Bieber will not be paying off her husband Justin’s multimillion-dollar debt.”
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— Justin Bieber (@justinbieber) July 18, 2025Anonymous sources claim Bieber’s reckless spending contributes to issues, like $300,000 at Nobu during Coachella. He sold his music catalogue for $200 million in 2022, with his fortune once estimated at $300 million. Reports from October 2024 suggested that lawsuits were being filed against managers for poor investment decisions, although sources attributed the blame to excessive spending.
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Bieber’s representative denied trouble: “Any source claiming otherwise doesn’t understand the entertainment industry or is simply trying to discredit Justin.”
In summary, Bieber’s reported reliance on Hailey’s deal for debt settlement remains unconfirmed, with denials from both sides. It spotlights the couple’s financial dynamics amid Bieber’s hiatus.
