Justin Bieber’s Blue Jays Loyalty Steals the Spotlight at World Series
Pop icon Justin Bieber turned heads at the World Series game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers—not for his music, but for his unabashed hometown pride. The Canadian superstar sported a vintage Blue Jays jersey and made waves by flashing a thumbs down at Dodgers phenom Shohei Ohtani, igniting a social media firestorm.
Bieber’s Bold Antics in the Stands
Clad in a throwback Blue Jays uniform, Bieber cheered passionately from the premium seats alongside rapper Lil Baby. The Stratford, Ontario native has long been a vocal supporter of Toronto sports, but his latest stunt took fandom to new heights. Cameras captured him rallying the crowd, exchanging playful jabs with Dodgers fans, and—most memorably—mocking Ohtani with a thumbs-down gesture as the $700 million star stepped up to bat.
The moment spread like wildfire, with MLB’s official X (formerly Twitter) account even posting a slow-mo replay captioned: “When the pop star becomes the villain at the World Series.”
Fan Reactions: Love It or Hate It?
The internet erupted over Bieber’s gesture, with opinions split:
– Blue Jays fans hailed it as a “legendary troll job.”
– Dodgers loyalists called it “disrespectful” to Ohtani.
– Neutral viewers chalked it up to playful rivalry banter.
Insiders close to Bieber clarified that the move was all in good fun. “Justin respects Ohtani—he was just hyping up the Toronto crowd,” a source told NextMinuteNews. Ohtani himself shrugged it off post-game, quipping, “Fans bring the energy.”
Bieber’s History of Sports Controversies
This isn’t Bieber’s first sports-related headline. Past antics include:
– Wearing a LeBron James Lakers jersey to a Cavaliers game (2022).
– Flip-flopping between the Patriots and Buccaneers as Tom Brady switched teams.
Yet, his World Series appearance might be his most viral sports moment yet.
What’s Next for Bieber and the Blue Jays?
With Toronto advancing in the playoffs, fans wonder if Bieber will return—and what bold move he’ll pull next. Whether you see him as a superfan or a stirrer of drama, one thing’s clear: Justin Bieber knows how to dominate the spotlight.
Was Bieber’s thumbs down hilarious or out of line? Share your take in the comments!
