Britney Spears has come to the defense of Justin Bieber after he faced criticism for including photos of himself with his young son in the promotional campaign for his new album Swag II. The 31-year-old singer shared black-and-white images on September 5, showing him shirtless while holding up his one-year-old son, Jack Blues Bieber, with the child’s back turned to the camera. Some fans took issue with the images, but Spears, 43, responded by reposting one of the photos on Instagram, praising it as “so so beautiful” and criticizing those who judged Bieber’s private moments.

Bieber, who shares Jack with wife Hailey Bieber, regularly shares family photos online while keeping his son’s face obscured for privacy. On September 8, he posted pictures of himself kayaking with Jack, both facing away from the camera, along with selfies in a red beanie and matching outfit. The singer’s choice to include his son in his album promotion has sparked conversation, but Spears’ supportive words highlighted her empathy for the challenges of navigating fame and parenthood in the public eye.

Spears’ post comes shortly after she opened up about her past struggles, including the loss of time with her own children and her marriage to actor Sam Asghari, which ended in 2024. Asghari later responded, affirming his love for Spears despite their split. By defending Bieber, Spears not only pushed back against criticism but also reflected her own experiences of being judged in the spotlight while balancing family, privacy, and public expectations.