Justin Timberlake is one of the most influential and versatile entertainers of his generation. He is a singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor who has achieved fame and success both as a member of the boy band *NSYNC and as a solo artist. He is also known for his collaborations with other artists, his appearances on television shows and movies, and his involvement in various business ventures and philanthropic causes.
Justin Timberlake Age, Family, Wife, Children and More
Justin Randall Timberlake was born on January 31, 1981, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Lynn (Bomar) Harless and Randall Timberlake. His father was a Baptist minister and choir director, and his mother was an entertainment manager. He has two half-brothers, Jonathan and Stephen, from his father’s previous marriage, and a half-sister, Laura, who died shortly after birth. He also had another half-brother, Jason, who died in 1997.
Timberlake grew up in a musical family and started singing at an early age. He performed in church choirs, local talent shows, and musical theater. He also learned to play the piano, guitar, and drums. He was influenced by various genres of music, such as pop, R&B, soul, gospel, country, and rock.
Timberlake married actress Jessica Biel in 2012, after dating for five years. They have two sons, Silas, born in 2015, and Phineas, born in 2020. They live in Los Angeles, California.
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Name | Justin Randall Timberlake |
| Nick-name | JT, JTimberlake, Trousersnake |
| Date Of Birth | January 31, 1981 |
| Age | 43 years (as of 2024) |
| Ethnicity | White (English, Scottish, Irish, German, Dutch, French) |
| Profession / Occupation | Singer, songwriter, record producer, actor |
| Mother Tongue | English |
| Religion | Christianity (Baptist) |
| Nationality | American |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Family and Relatives | |
| Father | Randall Timberlake (Baptist minister and choir director) |
| Mother | Lynn (Bomar) Harless (Entertainment manager) |
| Brothers | Jonathan Perry Timberlake (Half-brother, died in 1997) |
| Sisters | Laura Katherine Timberlake (Half-sister, died shortly after birth in 1997) |
| Personal Life | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Jessica Biel (Actress, married since 2012) |
| Daughters | None |
| Sons | Silas Randall Timberlake (Born in 2015), Phineas Timberlake (Born in 2020) |
| Girlfriend | None |
| Affairs | Danielle Ditto (1994-1996), Britney Spears (1999-2002), Jenna Dewan (2002), Alyssa Milano (2002), Cameron Diaz (2003-2006), Scarlett Johansson (2006-2007), Olivia Wilde (2011), Mila Kunis (2011) |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height in Centimeters | 185 cm |
| Height in Meters | 1.85 m |
| Height in Feet Inches | 6' 1" |
| Weight | 76 kg |
| Body Measurement | 40-32-16 inches |
| Chest Size | 40 inches |
| Waist Size | 32 inches |
| Biceps Size | 16 inches |
| Eye Colour | Blue |
| Hair Colour | Light Brown |
| Body type | Athletic |
| Education School and Colleges | |
| Education Qualification | High School Diploma |
| School | E. E. Jeter Elementary School, Millington Central High School |
| College | None |
| University | None |
| Career | |
| Debut Tv or List till 2024 | Star Search (1993), The New Mickey Mouse Club (1993-1995), *NSYNC: Live from Madison Square Garden (2000), Saturday Night Live (2003-2024), The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014-2024), TrollsTopia (2020-2024) |
| Debut Movie or List till 2024 | Model Behavior (2000), Longshot (2001), Edison (2005), Alpha Dog (2006), Black Snake Moan (2006), Southland Tales (2006), Shrek the Third (2007), The Love Guru (2008), The Social Network (2010), Bad Teacher (2011), Friends with Benefits (2011), In Time (2011), Trouble with the Curve (2012), Runner Runner (2013), Inside Llewyn Davis (2013), Trolls (2016), Wonder Wheel (2017), Palmer (2021), Trolls World Tour (2020), Spinning Gold (2024) |
| Awards | 10 Grammy Awards, 4 Emmy Awards, 3 Brit Awards, 9 Billboard Music Awards, Contemporary Icon Award by the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award by MTV, and many more |
| Favorite Things and Hobby | |
| Color | Blue |
| Food | Pasta, cereal, Mexican food |
| Movie | Star Wars, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, The Goonies |
| Actor | Al Pacino, Kevin Spacey, Brad Pitt |
| Actress | Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Kate Winslet |
| Director | David Fincher, Quentin Tarantino, Steven Spielberg |
| Sport | Basketball, golf, football |
| Hobby | Playing video games, collecting sneakers, reading, writing, singing, dancing, acting, producing music |
| Animal | Dog |
| Money Factor | |
| Net Worth | $250 million (as of 2024) |
| Salary | Varies depending on projects |
| @justintimberlake | |
| X (Twitter) | @jtimberlake |
| Justin Timberlake | |
| TikTok | None |
Justin Timberlake Education School and Colleges
Timberlake attended E. E. Jeter Elementary School and Millington Central High School in Tennessee. He was a good student and an avid basketball player. He also participated in the school choir and drama club. He graduated from high school in 1998 through a correspondence program.
Timberlake did not attend college, as he pursued his musical career instead. However, he received an honorary Doctor of Music degree from Berklee College of Music in 2019.
Justin Timberlake Height, Weight and Body Measurements
Timberlake is 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) tall and weighs 167 pounds (76 kg). He has an athletic body type, with a chest size of 40 inches, a waist size of 32 inches, and a biceps size of 16 inches. He has blue eyes and light brown hair.
Justin Timberlake Career, Debut, Awards, Achievements
Timberlake began his career as a child star, appearing on the TV show Star Search in 1993, and joining the cast of The New Mickey Mouse Club in 1993-1995. There, he met his future bandmate JC Chasez, as well as other future stars such as Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Ryan Gosling, and Keri Russell.
In 1995, Timberlake and Chasez formed the boy band *NSYNC, along with Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, and Chris Kirkpatrick. The group became one of the best-selling boy bands of all time, selling over 70 million records worldwide. They released four studio albums: *NSYNC (1997), No Strings Attached (2000), Celebrity (2001), and The Essential *NSYNC (2014). Some of their hit songs include “Tearin’ Up My Heart”, “I Want You Back”, “Bye Bye Bye”, “It’s Gonna Be Me”, “Pop”, and “This I Promise You”. They also performed at the Super Bowl XXXV halftime show in 2001, and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018.
Timberlake launched his solo career in 2002, with the release of his debut album, Justified. The album was a critical and commercial success, selling over 10 million copies worldwide and earning him two Grammy Awards. It spawned four singles: “Like I Love You”, “Cry Me a River”, “Rock Your Body”, and “Señorita”. He also collaborated with other artists, such as Nelly, Snoop Dogg, and Beyoncé.
In 2006, Timberlake released his second album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, which was also a huge hit, selling over 10 million copies worldwide and earning him four Grammy Awards. It featured three consecutive number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100: “SexyBack”, “My Love”, and “What Goes Around… Comes Around”. He also worked with other artists, such as Timbaland, T.I., Madonna, 50 Cent, and Duran Duran.
In 2013, Timberlake released his third and fourth albums, The 20/20 Experience and The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2, which were both well-received and sold over 6 million copies worldwide. They contained singles such as “Suit & Tie”, “Mirrors”, “Tunnel Vision”, “Take Back the Night”, and “Not a Bad Thing”. He also collaborated with other artists, such as Jay-Z, Drake, and Michael Jackson.
In 2016, Timberlake released the single “Can’t Stop the Feeling!”, which was the lead song for the animated film Trolls, in which he also voiced a character. The song was a global smash, reaching number one in several countries and earning him an Academy Award nomination and a Grammy Award. He also produced the soundtrack for the film, which featured other artists such as Gwen Stefani, Ariana Grande, and Anna Kendrick.
In 2018, Timberlake released his fifth album, Man of the Woods, which was inspired by his personal life and his roots. The album received mixed reviews, but sold over 2 million copies worldwide. It included singles such as “Filthy”, “Supplies”, “Say Something”, and “Man of the Woods”. He also performed at the Super Bowl LII halftime show, which was watched by over 100 million viewers.
In 2020, Timberlake reprised his role as Branch in the sequel Trolls World Tour, and also co-wrote and co-produced the soundtrack, which featured other artists such as SZA, Anderson .Paak, and Kelly Clarkson. He also released the single “The Other Side”, which was a duet with SZA.
In 2021, Timberlake starred in the drama film Palmer, which was released on Apple TV+. He also released the single “Better Days”, which was a collaboration with Ant Clemons. The song was performed at the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Throughout his career, Timberlake has won numerous awards and accolades, including 10 Grammy Awards, 4 Emmy Awards, 3 Brit Awards, 9 Billboard Music Awards, the Contemporary Icon Award by the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award by MTV. He has also been inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame and the Tennessee Kids Hall of Fame. He has sold over 88 million records as a solo artist, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He has also been named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine, one of the 100 greatest singers of all time by Rolling Stone magazine, and one of the 100 greatest songwriters of all time by Billboard magazine.
Controversy and Affairs of Justin Timberlake
Timberlake has also been involved in some controversies and affairs throughout his career. In 2004, he was part of the infamous “wardrobe malfunction” incident with Janet Jackson at the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show, where he accidentally exposed her breast on live television. The incident sparked a huge backlash and a legal battle with the Federal Communications Commission, which fined CBS $550,000 for the incident. Timberlake later apologized for the incident and said it was unintentional.
Timberlake has also dated several famous women, such as Britney Spears, Cameron Diaz, Scarlett Johansson, and Mila Kunis. He and Spears had a highly publicized relationship from 1999 to 2002, and their breakup was rumored to be the inspiration for his song “Cry Me a River”. He and Diaz had a long-term relationship from 2003 to 2006, and remained friends after their split. He and Johansson had a brief fling in 2006, and she appeared in his music video for “What Goes Around… Comes Around”. He and Kunis had a casual relationship in 2011, and co-starred in the film Friends with Benefits.
Justin Timberlake Height, Weight and Body Measurements
Timberlake is 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) tall and weighs 167 pounds (76 kg). He has an athletic body type, with a chest size of 40 inches, a waist size of 32 inches, and a biceps size of 16 inches. He has blue eyes and light brown hair.
Justin Timberlake Career, Debut, Awards, Achievements
Timberlake began his career as a child star, appearing on the TV show Star Search in 1993, and joining the cast of The New Mickey Mouse Club in 1993-1995. There, he met his future bandmate JC Chasez, as well as other future stars such as Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Ryan Gosling, and Keri Russell.
In 1995, Timberlake and Chasez formed the boy band *NSYNC, along with Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, and Chris Kirkpatrick. The group became one of the best-selling boy bands of all time, selling over 70 million records worldwide. They released four studio albums: *NSYNC (1997), No Strings Attached (2000), Celebrity (2001), and The Essential *NSYNC (2014). Some of their hit songs include “Tearin’ Up My Heart”, “I Want You Back”, “Bye Bye Bye”, “It’s Gonna Be Me”, “Pop”, and “This I Promise You”. They also performed at the Super Bowl XXXV halftime show in 2001, and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018.
Timberlake launched his solo career in 2002, with the release of his debut album, Justified. The album was a critical and commercial success, selling over 10 million copies worldwide and earning him two Grammy Awards. It spawned four singles: “Like I Love You”, “Cry Me a River”, “Rock Your Body”, and “Señorita”. He also collaborated with other artists, such as Nelly, Snoop Dogg, and Beyoncé.
In 2006, Timberlake released his second album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, which was also a huge hit, selling over 10 million copies worldwide and earning him four Grammy Awards. It featured three consecutive number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100: “SexyBack”, “My Love”, and “What Goes Around… Comes Around”. He also worked with other artists, such as Timbaland, T.I., Madonna, 50 Cent, and Duran Duran.
In 2013, Timberlake released his third and fourth albums, The 20/20 Experience and The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2, which were both well-received and sold over 6 million copies worldwide. They contained singles such as “Suit & Tie”, “Mirrors”, “Tunnel Vision”, “Take Back the Night”, and “Not a Bad Thing”. He also collaborated with other artists, such as Jay-Z, Drake, and Michael Jackson.
In 2016, Timberlake released the single “Can’t Stop the Feeling!”, which was the lead song for the animated film Trolls, in which he also voiced a character. The song was a global smash, reaching number one in several countries and earning him an Academy Award nomination and a Grammy Award. He also produced the soundtrack for the film, which featured other artists such as Gwen Stefani, Ariana Grande, and Anna Kendrick.
In 2018, Timberlake released his fifth album, Man of the Woods, which was inspired by his personal life and his roots. The album received mixed reviews, but sold over 2 million copies worldwide. It included singles such as “Filthy”, “Supplies”, “Say Something”, and “Man of the Woods”. He also performed at the Super Bowl LII halftime show, which was watched by over 100 million viewers.
In 2020, Timberlake reprised his role as Branch in the sequel Trolls World Tour, and also co-wrote and co-produced the soundtrack, which featured other artists such as SZA, Anderson .Paak, and Kelly Clarkson. He also released the single “The Other Side”, which was a duet with SZA.
In 2021, Timberlake starred in the drama film Palmer, which was released on Apple TV+. He also released the single “Better Days”, which was a collaboration with Ant Clemons. The song was performed at the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Throughout his career, Timberlake has won numerous awards and accolades, including 10 Grammy Awards, 4 Emmy Awards, 3 Brit Awards, 9 Billboard Music Awards, the Contemporary Icon Award by the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award by MTV. He has also been inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame and the Tennessee Kids Hall of Fame. He has sold over 88 million records as a solo artist, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He has also been named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine, one of the 100 greatest singers of all time by Rolling Stone magazine, and one of the 100 greatest songwriters of all time by Billboard magazine.
Controversy and Affairs of Justin Timberlake
Timberlake has also been involved in some controversies and affairs throughout his career. In 2004, he was part of the infamous “wardrobe malfunction” incident with Janet Jackson at the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show, where he accidentally exposed her breast on live television. The incident sparked a huge backlash and a legal battle with the Federal Communications Commission, which fined CBS $550,000 for the incident. Timberlake later apologized for the incident and said it was unintentional.
Timberlake has also dated several famous women, such as Britney Spears, Cameron Diaz, Scarlett Johansson, and Mila Kunis. He and Spears had a highly publicized relationship from 1999 to 2002, and their breakup was rumored to be the inspiration for his song “Cry Me a River”. He and Diaz had a long-term relationship from 2003 to 2006, and remained friends after their split. He and Johansson had a brief fling in 2006, and she appeared in his music video for “What Goes Around… Comes Around”. He and Kunis had a casual relationship in 2011, and co-starred in the film Friends with Benefits.
Justin Timberlake Social Media
Timberlake is active on social media, where he has millions of followers. He uses his platforms to share his personal and professional life, as well as to promote his projects and causes. He also interacts with his fans and other celebrities. He has accounts on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, where he posts photos, videos, and messages. He does not have a TikTok account. His social media handles are:
Instagram: @justintimberlake
Twitter: @jtimberlake
Facebook: [Justin Timberlake]
FAQs
Who is Justin Timberlake?
Justin Timberlake is a singer, songwriter, and actor known for hits like "Cry Me a River" and "SexyBack."
What are Justin Timberlake's biggest hits?
Some of Justin Timberlake's biggest hits include "Cry Me a River," "SexyBack," and "Mirrors."
How did Justin Timberlake become famous?
Justin Timberlake rose to fame as a member of the boy band *NSYNC before launching a successful solo career.
Isn't Justin Timberlake just a pop star?
While known for pop music, Timberlake has also explored R&B, soul, and country music in his career.
What movies has Justin Timberlake starred in?
Justin Timberlake has appeared in films such as "The Social Network," "Friends with Benefits," and "Trolls."
How has Justin Timberlake impacted entertainment?
Justin Timberlake has influenced pop music and film with his versatile talent and enduring popularity.