Dana defends Justin Bieber: 'With millions of dollars at 19, I would already be dead'

Dana White and Justin Bieber pose for a photo during a UFC event. Photo: Disclosure/UFC

The star's arrest teen Justin Bieber even generated repercussions at the official UFC on FOX 10 press conference. Speaking to the press in Chicago (USA), Ultimate president Dana White commented on the episode and, if he did not support Bieber's behavior, said he understood the moment experienced by the young musician, just 19 years old.

“Imagine if you are 19 years old and have millions of dollars in your bank account. If that happened to me, I would already be dead. It's difficult to deal with all the pressure these young people face and all the temptations that appear before a 19-year-old boy with the money to buy whatever he wants. If you don't have the right people around you, things can get complicated," White told MMA Junkie.

Justin Bieber was arrested in the early hours of Thursday (22), for driving while intoxicated and under the influence of marijuana and prescription drugs. Furthermore, the teenage star was participating in a “tag” with his Lamborgini against another sports car. The artist was released after paying bail in the amount of US$2,5 (approximately R$6). Bieber has a close relationship with Dana White and has even attended some UFC events.