Justin Bieber Hit By Food Poisoning In Argentina

Justin Bieberwas laid low by food poisoning in advance of a gig in Argentina last night.

The teenage pop star revealed his tummy troubles via social networking - but proved his mettle by battling through his discomfort to make sure fans were not disappointed.

He broke the news at the same time as offering thanks for his win at the MTV EMAs - tweeting: "Sitting here with food poisoning and heard we won #bestmale at the #EMAs. Thanks everyone."

But he later reassured the Argentinean Beliebers that they had nothing to fear.

"Argentina been a rough day but the show must go on. I'm coming.

"This sucks. #sick food poisoning."

Biebs recently got into a bit of controversy after showing off his graffiti skills in Brazil.