Pattie Mallette Opens Up About Abuse, Teen Pregnancy, and Raising Justin Bieber

In a powerful interview, Pattie Mallette, mother of global pop icon Justin Bieber, revealed the heartbreaking struggles she endured before becoming a parent.

Mallette’s memoir, Nowhere But Up: The Story of Justin Bieber’s Mom, details years of sexual abuse that left her battling shame, depression, and addiction. “You carry this burden and feel like something is wrong with you,” she admitted. Her pain escalated to a suicide attempt during her teenage years, fueled by trauma and substance abuse.

At 17, Mallette discovered she was pregnant with Justin. Despite immense pressure to terminate the pregnancy, she chose life. “I didn’t know how I would manage, but I was determined to give him a chance,” she recalled.

The moment Justin was born became transformative. Mallette described his first cry as “music,” a sound she vowed never to forget.

Her journey from trauma to single motherhood—and eventually raising one of the world’s biggest stars—is a testament to resilience, faith, and unconditional love. Mallette’s story inspires countless others, proving that even in the darkest moments, hope and purpose can be found.