Justin Bieber Kisses A Monkey Backstage At Awards Ceremony – Video

28 July 2012, 09:27 | Updated: 28 July 2012, 09:35

The 'Boyfriend' star asks the animal to give him a peck on the cheek after performing on stage.

Justin Bieber has posted footage online where he can be seen getting a kiss from a monkey.

The 'Somebody To Love' singer becomes transfixed by the animal following a performance at last weekend's Teen Choice Awards and asks if he can have a kiss on the cheek.

The Canadian star had performed his hit songs 'Boyfriend' and 'As Long As You Love Me' at the event in LA and the monkey was used in a part of the show with actor Justin Kirk.

The Hollywood star and chef Gordon Ramsay presented One Direction with their trio of awards on the night.

Meanwhile, Justin premiered the opening clip of his new music video for his latest single 'As Long As You Love Me' which features Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen.

You can watch Justin being kissed by a monkey below:

The teen star has promised to unveil the full short film of the promo next week on Wednesday 1st August.

Justin is also preparing to head out on his 'Believe' world tour which will head to the UK in February and March 2013.