Justin Bieber: 18 In Just A Few Hundred Days

By Steven Avalos Posted Jun 30th 2010 11:00AM

Got any plans for March 1, 2012? Have to check your datebook first? Well, if you're not too busy prepping your doomsday party for when the Earth runs off course in some awesome Mayan-prophesied explosion, you should probably pencil in an equally momentous occasion: Justin Bieber's 18th birthday. Listen, we know it's creepy, but there genuinely are folks interested in knowing when their favorite underage stars crossover into adulthood. Britney, Taylor Lautner, the Olsen twins -- it seems the countdown to 18 is a regular right of passage that comes with teen fame. Now, Bieber is the latest to get the old perv-watch treatment with the new website Countdown Til Justin Bieber Turns 18 (just rolls off the tongue, doesn't it?). We caught up with creator Chris Gayomali and asked him a few questions as investigative blog journalists (and concerned citizens).

First things first, how did you come up with the idea?
I was on GoDaddy typing in domains for a new web project I was starting up with some friends. I eventually started typing in any name I could think of, and couldn't believe that the Bieber domain was available. I'm a broke freelancer, but I snatched it up right away figuring it'd be a good business investment. It sure beats bussing tables.

What kind of response have you received so far? Is the Bieberverse on board or sending you hate mail?
A few of my friends said the idea was savvy. Everyone else thought I was an idiot. I tried #bieberblasting the thing on Twitter, but I don't think hardcore Bieber fans really understand what it's for because they're all younger than him. I'm just waiting 'til I get death threats like Kim Kardashian. Then I'll know I made it.

Is this the first site you've created? Any Miley Cyrus/Sprouse Twins countdowns in the pipeline?
This is the first site I've made like this. I have [created] a few blogs before, but no one wants to actually read anything. This site got approved for Google ads within 15 minutes of me applying. I thought the process would take longer, but I guess Google saw the potential. It probably gave their approval guys a laugh. I think Miley already has a countdown, but her window is closing. With the Biebs, I have almost two-years to turn a profit.

We noticed you have a PayPal "donate" link embedded on the site -- avoiding specifics, have you made any money off of the site? Who even donates to a cause like that?
For the Paypal site, I'm just hoping some wealthy benefactor with too much time on her hands and an appreciation for Internet memes has enough pity on me to make an absurd donation. Just one. Haven't really made money off the site yet, but anything above breaking even will be considered a victory.

Any last thoughts on Bieber? At what point does ironic admiration turn into the real deal?
Most of the things I like in life start off as a joke ... and then you reach that "oh crap" moment where the love becomes real. Journey. Gucci Mane. 'Glee.' The same thing happened with Justin Bieber. But, I'm a 25-year-old straight male, so this one is way harder to play off with any real sense of dignity.

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Justin Bieber performs at Sun National Bank Center on June 24, 2010 in Trenton, New Jersey.
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TORONTO, ON - JUNE 26: A protestor destoys a poster of Justin Bieber during a demonstration against the G8/G20 summits June 26, 2010 in Toronto, Ontario Canada. Store windows were smashed and a police car set on fire during the protest which was one of several planned in the city to coincide with the gathering of world leaders for the G20 and G8 summits being held in Toronto and nearby Muskoka June 25-27. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

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Musical artist Justin Bieber performs at Sun National Bank Center on June 24, 2010 in Trenton, New Jersey. Justin Bieber In Concert - June 24, 2010 Sun National Bank Center Trenton, NJ United States June 24, 2010 Photo by Mark Von Holden/WireImage.com To license this image (60867819), contact WireImage.com

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TRENTON, NJ - JUNE 24: Singer Justin Bieber performs at Sun National Bank Center on June 24, 2010 in Trenton, New Jersey. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Justin Bieber

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TRENTON, NJ - JUNE 24: Singer Justin Bieber performs at Sun National Bank Center on June 24, 2010 in Trenton, New Jersey. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Justin Bieber

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TRENTON, NJ - JUNE 24: Singer Justin Bieber performs at Sun National Bank Center on June 24, 2010 in Trenton, New Jersey. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Justin Bieber

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TRENTON, NJ - JUNE 24: Singer Justin Bieber performs at Sun National Bank Center on June 24, 2010 in Trenton, New Jersey. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Justin Bieber

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Comments

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Wednesday 30 June

By meelo

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WOOT. this page is bookmarked. good job @chrisgayomali you've finally done what we've all been mentally dreaming about.

By Howard

GAY!!!!!!!!!!

By mw

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Gay or a girl, I don't know which one. Who cares when he turns 18, he will be a has been by then.

By Nico Toscani

You've called it correctly. The business of show will have chewed this kid up and spit him out long before then. Maybe we'll be reading about his first DUI or drug possession arrest?

By themeeker

Looking at the picture, I think I know what he can do with that finger. And he really has to get rid of that ridiculous hairdo. He looks like Moe from the 3 Stooges.

By gregg

yawwwwwwwn.

By E

I know lesbians who are more manly then him... lol!!!!

By k

Ah, can somebody tell me who is Justin Bieber?

When women do this it's considered cute and innocent. The guys who talk about waiting for female stars to turn 18 are considered lecherous, old pervs. Talk about a double standard...

By Olivia Bieber

u do kno that my BOYfriend (justin bieber) is a guy right.....

I'm just pointing out that plenty of straight ladies are no doubt checking out this site too. The gay men who are waiting for him to turn 18 are members of NAMBLA (North American Marlon Brando Lookalikes).

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