Here son became a world-famous celebrity, but his mother’s tragic past is worse than you can imagine

Pattie Mallette, best known as Justin Bieber’s mother, has lived a life marked by trauma, resilience, and faith. Born in Ontario, she faced abuse, addiction, and teen pregnancy before raising Justin as a single mom. Despite a rocky relationship at times, Pattie supported his rise to fame—uploading early YouTube videos that launched his career. Her memoir Nowhere But Up details her journey from hardship to healing, crediting her faith for her strength. Today, she remains proud of Justin and the man he’s become.