SZA Slams Rumor She Was Hired in Case Justin Bieber Dropped Out of Coachella Performance
SZA is hitting snooze on rumors she’s expected to fill in at Coachella 2026.
The “Good Days” singer shut down speculation that she was paid to act as a backup performer for the music festival in case Justin Bieber—who is headlining the event alongside Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G—drops out.
“Lmao who made this up?” SZA (born Solána Imani Rowe) commented under an April 10 Instagram post claiming she would act as a fill-in for the “Sorry” singer should he be a no-show at his April 11 and April 18 performances. “I’ve seen this 4 times now. I’m in New York no one paid me a dime. Wishing everyone the best.”
The joint post between Blind Items and Music Life featured a picture of the “Kill Bill” singer with the headline, “SZA ALLEGEDLY PAID SIX FIGURES TO STAY COACHELLA-READY IN CASE JUSTIN BIEBER DROPOFF.”
Though SZA—who collaborated on an acoustic version of her 2022 hit “Snooze” with Justin—put that rumor to bed, fans in the comments were still hopeful that she’d make a cameo during Justin’s set.
“Did yall forget bieber is in one of her videos / songs… she might pop up on his set atp,” one fan wrote in the comments, while another added, “@sza baby girl just come we want to see you.”
Though any surprise appearances for Justin’s highly anticipated performance have yet to be seen, he previously shared insight into what he has in store for fans during his musical set.
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"I’m gonna do the whole, both [SWAG] projects, probably,” he said on a Twitch livestream last October, “and just find a way to merge some of the old songs in where I can and, like, I haven’t performed these songs live yet, and that’ll be kind of the first time I really do them all live like that."
Though the “Yukon” artist expressed some anxiety over potential touring, he shared on the stream that Coachella was a safe space for him. As he put it, “It soothes the soul.”
While Justin hasn’t taken the stage as a headliner just yet, Bieber fever has already hit fans on the Coachella grounds. After all, the “Baby” singer’s pal Kylie Jenner debuted a few Justin-inspired fashion statements ahead of his performance.
Indeed, The Kardashians star marked her arrival to the desert by rocking an oversized tank top baring Justin's face. Even more, she showed off her floral manicure nodding to the singer's 2025 single "Daisies," writing on Instagram Stories, “It’s giving Bieberchella.”
Until Justin takes the Coachella stage, keep reading for more celeb sightings at the festival…
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Justin Bieber & Billie Eilish
One less lonely girl. The "Baby" singer invited the Grammy winner onstage during his Coachella performance.
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Lisa
The BLACKPINK member made a surprise appearace during Anyma's set.
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Kacey Musgraves
Follow your arrow to see the country singer, who was added to the Coachella Weekend 2 lineup last-minute as a surprise act.
Sophie Sahara
Kendall Jenner & Kylie Jenner
The Kardashians stars took over the 818 Outpost presented by Cash App.
Tayler Blackman
Hailey Bieber
You best belieb the beauty mogul toasted to her Rhode World pop-up with PATRÓN Tequila.
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Sabrina Carpenter & Madonna
Please, please, please don't miss the "Juno" singer bringing out the Queen of Pop for a surprise duet.
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Karol G & Becky G
The singers teamed up to perform their "Mamiii" collaboration.
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KATSEYE
Sophia Laforteza, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel and Yoonchae were dressed for a gnarly performance at Coachella's second weekend.
Davis Bates
Kourtney Kardashian & Simon Huck
The BFFs kept up at Camp Poosh sponsored by Instacart, Loft, Sexy Hair, TikTok shop, Update, Lemme, Kylie Cosmetics, Cotton, Eternal Water, Antler, 818 Tequilla and more.
Tommy Lundberg
Paris Hilton
That's hot. The Simple Life alum hosted the Parívie Oasis event near Coachella.
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Karol G
The "Ahora Me Llama" singer was unstoppable during her headlining performance.
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Olivia Rodrigo & Addison Rae
Good 4 them. The singers shared a hug after sharing the stage together.
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Jaden Smith
The After Earth actor struck a pose inside the YouTube Coachella Photo Studio.
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Chanel West Coast
There was no ridiculousness with the MTV star at Neon Carnival presented by Rivian and LaCroix Sparkling Water.
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Anyma
The DJ stopped by the Lollipop Star booth to debut a white peach flavor lollipop that plays his smash hit "Bad Angel."
Angel Montalvo
Kehlani
The "Good Life" singer raise a cup up of PATRÓN Tequila for all her day ones at Revolve Festival.
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Teyana Taylor
One outfit after another. The Oscar nominee showed off her abs in head-to-toe Guess.
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Olivia Holt
The Disney Channel alum was kickin' it at Nylon House in the Desert presented by Matrix.
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SZA
All the stars were closer during the Grammy winner's surprise performance during Justin Bieber's set.
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Amelia Gray Hamlin & Nicolai Marciano
The model and the son of Guess' founder head into the festival hand-in-hand.
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Charli D'Amelio
POV: The TikToker recharging at the Red Bull Mirage event.
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Owen Thiele
The Overcompensating star was anything but that at the Heineken House.
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Lizzo
The "About Damn Time" rapper twerked alongside a Labubu mascot during Sexyy Red's set at the Sahara Tent.
Jamal Eid
Disco Lines & Tinashe
All hands on deck. The DJ and the singer performed "No Broke Boys" on the Do LaB stage.
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Victoria Justice
The Victorious alum made it shine with the SVEDKA Vodka SVEDPHONE, the brand's limited-edition flip phone, and UNOde50 jewelry while out and about in the desert.
Brooke Olsen
Ariana Madix
Raise a glass to the Vanderpump Rules alum at the Aperol Day Club.
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Justin Bieber
Never say never to the "Yukon" singer's Coachella debut.
Jared Michael Siskin for Agua De Kefir
Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia
The podcaster stayed hydrated with Agua De Kefir at the Aguachella pre-game party.
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Barbie Ferreira
Feeling euphoric. The Euphoria actress blew a kiss as she stopped by the Urban Decay booth at the 818 Outpost.
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Sabrina Carpenter
The "Espresso" singer was working late, performing her headlining set at the music festival.
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