Justin Bieber hits the stage during his concert at Pavilhao Atlantico on Monday night in Lisbon, Portugal.

Justin Bieber was recently defended by One Direction member Louis Tomlinson.

“Although I don’t know him personally, I do wish the press would take it easy on @justinbieber ,” Louis tweeted. “I really do empathise with him, I don’t see anything out of character in comparison to any other teenagers I know.”

Louis‘ band mate Zayn Malik added, “what a dude man :D ha got your back bro !!” Justin responded, “thanks fellas. all good over here. much appreciated.”