Pop Star Justin Bieber Suffers Painful Rib Injury Ahead of Coachella 2026 Debut

In the lead-up to his highly anticipated Coachella 2026 headlining debut, pop star Justin Bieber has faced a setback – a "gnarly" rib injury sustained from a fall off an electric skateboard. Just two weeks before the festival, Bieber livestreamed a grueling 4-hour rehearsal session, where he candidly shared the details of his painful injury.

"Bro, that fall the other day? My rib hurts so f---ing bad, bro... It hurts to laugh, talk," the 31-year-old singer revealed during the livestream. Bieber explained that he "fell on my side" while riding his Onewheel electric skateboard, leaving him in agony even as he pushed through the rehearsal, performing hits like "What Do You Mean?" and "Purpose."

Despite the discomfort, Bieber remains committed to delivering an unforgettable Coachella performance. Reports indicate he will be the festival's highest-paid act ever, earning a staggering $10 million paycheck for his two-weekend headlining slot in April 2026. Bieber will share the Coachella stage with fellow headliners Sabrina Carpenter and reggaeton icon Karol G.

This will mark Bieber's first time as an official Coachella performer and headliner, though he has made surprise appearances at the festival in the past, joining Ariana Grande in 2019 and Tems in 2024. Fans are eagerly anticipating his debut as the main attraction, and Bieber has promised to put on "a hell of a show" despite his recent injury setback.