On August 22, 2025, pop star Justin Bieber was spotted vaping inside Coucou, a French restaurant in West Hollywood, despite California’s 2016 ban on indoor e-cigarette use, as reported by Daily Mail. The incident, which occurred while dining with his wife, Hailey Bieber and friends, has ignited public debate about the singer’s actions and adherence to state laws.
Bieber, dressed casually in a grey vest and striped hat, appeared relaxed during the dinner, with Hailey, in a sleek black top, briefly holding his vape, per Daily Mail. The couple was seen laughing and socialising before embracing their friends goodbye. California law prohibits vaping in public indoor spaces and workplaces, raising questions about enforcement at the restaurant.
Justin Bieber risks ire of the law as he vapes in trendy West Hollywood restaurant while enjoying private dinner with wife Hailey https://t.co/5zsD1tc8wc
— Daily Mail Celebrity (@DailyMailCeleb) August 22, 2025The outing follows the release of Bieber’s seventh studio album, Swag, in July 2025, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top R&B Albums chart. Sources told Us Weekly that the album’s success has eased tensions in Bieber’s marriage to Hailey, who has been married since 2018. The couple, parents to one-year-old Jack Blues, recently vacationed in Idaho, with insiders noting Bieber’s improved mental health and Hailey’s patience in strengthening their relationship.
The vaping incident has sparked mixed reactions on social media, criticising Bieber for flouting regulations, while others defended his privacy, highlighting his knack for generating headlines. The controversy adds to recent scrutiny, including a July 2025 impersonator incident in Las Vegas.
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As Bieber navigates his post-album career, including potential tour plans, the vaping controversy may prompt discussions about public behaviour and restaurant compliance with California’s laws. Fans and critics alike await further developments, with the couple’s strengthened bond offering a positive backdrop.
