Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber tackled the persistent speculation regarding his famous namesake , once again confirming that he has no familial connection to pop star Justin Bieber . This clarification came during the heightened excitement of Game 3 of the 2025 World Series, where Justin was seen at Dodger Stadium donning a custom Blue Jays jersey with Shane's name and number on it. This moment underscored their mutual admiration, even without any blood relation, as the Blue Jays went up against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a tough 18-inning showdown.
Shane Bieber ends years of confusion confirming no family link to pop icon Justin BieberShane Bieber has consistently denied any connection to Justin Bieber, with his most recent clarification on October 28 highlighting this during the playoffs' attention. In a statement shared by Yahoo Sports Australia, Bieber mentioned, "Folks, as fun as the alternative would be, I regret to inform you that Shane Bieber is not, in fact, related to Justin Bieber. There is no familial connection here whatsoever."
The mix-up has been around for years, but Bieber first joked about it publicly during MLB 's Players Weekend in 2019. While playing for the Cleveland Guardians, he sported a custom jersey that said "Not Justin" on the back. Reflecting on the ongoing mix-ups, Bieber told MLB Network reporters at the time, "I mean, I’ve been hearing it since college... A lot of people like to make the joke and try to mistake me for him. So, I thought I’d make it obvious and put it on the back of my jersey to let everyone know I’m not Justin Bieber." .
Shane has also talked about how the jokes carry over to the field. In a tweet from 2019, he shared a picture of a baseball card that mistakenly labeled him as "Justin Bieber," and he found the mix-up pretty funny. Opposing teams have even played Justin's songs like "Baby" while Shane is on the mound, which Bieber has referred to as "fun" in previous interviews.
Justin Bieber wears a Shane Bieber No. 57 jersey to honor his “name twin” before Game 4Game 3 happened at Dodger Stadium on October 27, 2025, with the Blue Jays behind 2-1 in the best-of-seven series. The Dodgers won 6-5 in the 18th inning, courtesy of a walk-off single from Mookie Betts, but it was a tense showdown where Shohei Ohtani smashed two home runs. Amidst the drama, Justin Bieber and his wife, Hailey Bieber, made an appearance as passionate supporters of Toronto, grabbing the spotlight in the stands.
Justin, who hails from Stratford, Ontario and has been a Blue Jays fan for life, wore a powder-blue Shane Bieber No. 57 jersey over some baggy jeans, topped off with a maroon beanie. This outfit was a thoughtful homage, "Justin wanted to represent the pitcher who shares his last name." He debuted the jersey a day early, ahead of Shane's scheduled start in Game 4, calling it a "cool gesture" in coverage from the event.
Bieber's energy was definitely noticeable. The cameras caught him giving a thumbs-down—some interpreted it as a single-finger salute—when Ohtani hit a homer in the third inning, putting the Dodgers up 2-0. He was cheering for the Blue Jays and taking photos with fans, but the couple got booed by the rowdy Dodgers crowd, which caused them to relocate to a private suite for their own safety. Hailey, wearing a laid-back gray hoodie, joined in the cheers, turning it into a rare public date night for the duo.
Shane Bieber prepares to pitch Game 4 in TorontoWith the series at 3-1 in favor of the Dodgers as of October 29, 2025, Shane Bieber is on the mound for Game 4 in Toronto. His mix of fastballs and curveballs, which has been a staple for Cleveland's rotation, might just shift the momentum back to the Jays. Analysts are optimistic that Bieber's experience will be a game-changer, possibly extending the Blue Jays' playoff adventure.
Justin Bieber keeps teasing us with new music while also backing Toronto sports. Whether he's at the game or in the studio, his move at Dodger Stadium showed that namesakes can create real friendships. As the World Series plays out, the Bieber duo highlights that true connections are based on shared interests, not just family ties.
Also Read: Shohei Ohtani becomes the only player in MLB postseason history to be intentionally walked four times in a single game
Shane Bieber ends years of confusion confirming no family link to pop icon Justin BieberShane Bieber has consistently denied any connection to Justin Bieber, with his most recent clarification on October 28 highlighting this during the playoffs' attention. In a statement shared by Yahoo Sports Australia, Bieber mentioned, "Folks, as fun as the alternative would be, I regret to inform you that Shane Bieber is not, in fact, related to Justin Bieber. There is no familial connection here whatsoever."
The Biebers! ⭐️
— MLB (@MLB) October 28, 2025
Hailey and Justin Bieber are at #WorldSeries Game 3 ⚾️ pic.twitter.com/4Ge3acPQ7O
The mix-up has been around for years, but Bieber first joked about it publicly during MLB 's Players Weekend in 2019. While playing for the Cleveland Guardians, he sported a custom jersey that said "Not Justin" on the back. Reflecting on the ongoing mix-ups, Bieber told MLB Network reporters at the time, "I mean, I’ve been hearing it since college... A lot of people like to make the joke and try to mistake me for him. So, I thought I’d make it obvious and put it on the back of my jersey to let everyone know I’m not Justin Bieber." .
Shane has also talked about how the jokes carry over to the field. In a tweet from 2019, he shared a picture of a baseball card that mistakenly labeled him as "Justin Bieber," and he found the mix-up pretty funny. Opposing teams have even played Justin's songs like "Baby" while Shane is on the mound, which Bieber has referred to as "fun" in previous interviews.
Justin Bieber wears a Shane Bieber No. 57 jersey to honor his “name twin” before Game 4Game 3 happened at Dodger Stadium on October 27, 2025, with the Blue Jays behind 2-1 in the best-of-seven series. The Dodgers won 6-5 in the 18th inning, courtesy of a walk-off single from Mookie Betts, but it was a tense showdown where Shohei Ohtani smashed two home runs. Amidst the drama, Justin Bieber and his wife, Hailey Bieber, made an appearance as passionate supporters of Toronto, grabbing the spotlight in the stands.
Justin, who hails from Stratford, Ontario and has been a Blue Jays fan for life, wore a powder-blue Shane Bieber No. 57 jersey over some baggy jeans, topped off with a maroon beanie. This outfit was a thoughtful homage, "Justin wanted to represent the pitcher who shares his last name." He debuted the jersey a day early, ahead of Shane's scheduled start in Game 4, calling it a "cool gesture" in coverage from the event.
Bieber's energy was definitely noticeable. The cameras caught him giving a thumbs-down—some interpreted it as a single-finger salute—when Ohtani hit a homer in the third inning, putting the Dodgers up 2-0. He was cheering for the Blue Jays and taking photos with fans, but the couple got booed by the rowdy Dodgers crowd, which caused them to relocate to a private suite for their own safety. Hailey, wearing a laid-back gray hoodie, joined in the cheers, turning it into a rare public date night for the duo.
Shane Bieber prepares to pitch Game 4 in TorontoWith the series at 3-1 in favor of the Dodgers as of October 29, 2025, Shane Bieber is on the mound for Game 4 in Toronto. His mix of fastballs and curveballs, which has been a staple for Cleveland's rotation, might just shift the momentum back to the Jays. Analysts are optimistic that Bieber's experience will be a game-changer, possibly extending the Blue Jays' playoff adventure.
Justin Bieber keeps teasing us with new music while also backing Toronto sports. Whether he's at the game or in the studio, his move at Dodger Stadium showed that namesakes can create real friendships. As the World Series plays out, the Bieber duo highlights that true connections are based on shared interests, not just family ties.
Also Read: Shohei Ohtani becomes the only player in MLB postseason history to be intentionally walked four times in a single game
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