Discover the career path of Justin Timberlake, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Justin Timberlake, often called the "Prince of Pop", is a highly successful American singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, and dancer. He is recognized as one of the best-selling music artists ever. Timberlake's accolades include ten Grammy Awards, four Primetime Emmy Awards, and numerous other prestigious awards, solidifying his impact on the entertainment industry. Billboard recognized him as one of the greatest pop stars of the 21st century.
In 1993, Justin Timberlake became a Mouseketeer on The All New Mickey Mouse Club, alongside future stars like Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, JC Chasez, Ryan Gosling, and Keri Russell.
In 1995, Justin Timberlake recruited JC Chasez to join an all-male singing group formed by Chris Kirkpatrick and financed by Lou Pearlman, which later became known as NSYNC, marking a significant step in his career.
In 1995, the boy band NSYNC was formed, featuring Justin Timberlake as one of the lead singers. This marked the beginning of a significant phase in his early career.
In 1996, NSYNC began recording and performing in Europe, with Justin Timberlake and JC Chasez as the two lead singers, marking the start of their professional music journey.
In 1998, NSYNC gained prominence in the United States with the release of their self-titled debut album, which sold 11 million copies and featured the single "Tearin' Up My Heart". This success marked a major milestone in Timberlake's career.
In 2000, Justin Timberlake made his film debut in 'Model Behavior', a film by The Wonderful World of Disney. He portrayed Jason Sharpe, a model who falls in love with a waitress after mistaking her for another model.
In 2000, NSYNC released their third album, 'No Strings Attached,' which sold 2.4 million copies in its first week, becoming the fastest-selling album of all time. The album featured hit singles like "It's Gonna Be Me", "Bye Bye Bye", and "This I Promise You".
Around 2001, Justin Timberlake wrote the single "Gone" for Michael Jackson; however, Jackson turned it down, leading to NSYNC recording the song instead.
In 2001, NSYNC released their fourth album, 'Celebrity', which achieved financial success, selling 1.8 million copies in its first week and featuring the top-five single "Girlfriend".
Since 2001, Justin Timberlake created the "Justin Timberlake Foundation", which initially funded music education programs in schools, but now has a much broader agenda.
In August 2002, Justin Timberlake premiered his debut solo single "Like I Love You" at the 2002 MTV Video Music Awards. The song later peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number two on the UK Singles Chart.
By 2002, NSYNC went on an indefinite hiatus, leading Justin Timberlake to partner with Pharrell Williams of The Neptunes and Timbaland to begin working on new music, solidifying his decision to go solo.
In 2002 Justin Timberlake toured for his album Justified.
In 2002, Justin Timberlake released his debut album 'Justified', an R&B album with influences from dance-pop, funk, and soul music, inspired by Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder. He co-headlined the Justified and Stripped Tour with Christina Aguilera in support of the album.
In 2002, Justin Timberlake released his first solo album, 'Justified', which sold over 10 million copies and received triple platinum certification by the RIAA.
In 2002, after completing the Celebrity Tour, NSYNC went on an indefinite hiatus, marking a transition in Justin Timberlake's career toward solo endeavors.
In October 2003, Justin Timberlake made his first solo appearance on Saturday Night Live as both host and musical guest, collaborating with Jimmy Fallon on the recurring skit The Barry Gibb Talk Show.
In 2003, Justin Timberlake co-owned opened the "Chi" restaurant in West Hollywood, California.
In 2003, Justin Timberlake spoofed Ashton Kutcher and Punk'd in an episode of NBC's Saturday Night Live. He also co-starred in The Barry Gibb Talk Show skit with Jimmy Fallon, marking the beginning of their long-running collaboration.
In February 2004, during the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show, Justin Timberlake performed with Janet Jackson. The performance ended with Timberlake tearing off part of Jackson's costume, briefly exposing her breast, leading to widespread controversy and the term "wardrobe malfunction" entering pop culture. Both artists were threatened with exclusion from the 2004 Grammy Awards unless they apologized.
In 2004, Justin Timberlake recorded "Good Foot" with Timbaland for the soundtrack of the movie Shark Tale, continuing his music collaborations during his hiatus from releasing solo albums.
In 2004, following the Super Bowl incident, Justin Timberlake opted out of an NSYNC reunion and focused on his acting career, starring in several feature films.
In October 2005, Justin Timberlake, alongside Craig Brewer, received an award from the Grammy Association for his humanitarian efforts in Tennessee.
In December 2005, Justin Timberlake began production on his second album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, collaborating again with producer Timbaland, aiming for an experimental and raw sound.
In 2005, Justin Timberlake launched the William Rast clothing line with his childhood friend Juan ("Trace") Ayala.
Justin Timberlake created his second album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, between 2005 and 2006.
In July 2006, Justin Timberlake released "SexyBack", the lead single from his second album, which quickly reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and remained there for seven consecutive weeks.
On July 18, 2006, Edison Force, a film in which Justin Timberlake played a journalist and which was filmed in 2004, was released direct-to-video.
On September 12, 2006, Justin Timberlake released his second album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 album chart, selling 684,000 copies in its first week. The album featured guest vocals by Snoop Dogg, Three 6 Mafia, T.I., and will.i.am.
In 2006, Justin Timberlake co-owned opened the "Destino" restaurant in New York.
In 2006, Justin Timberlake released FutureSex/LoveSounds.
In 2006, Justin Timberlake released his followup album 'FutureSex/LoveSounds' which explored a broader sound with elements of rap, rock, funk, soul, gospel, new wave, opera, and world music, drawing inspiration from artists like David Bowie and Prince.
In 2006, Sia Michel of The New York Times noted that Justin Timberlake was responsible for popularizing the catchphrase "I'm bringing sexy back".
In November 2007, Justin Timberlake donated $100,000 from takings from his Australian tour to Wildlife Warriors founded by Steve Irwin.
In 2007, Justin Timberlake co-owned opened the "Southern Hospitality" restaurant in New York.
In 2007, Justin Timberlake provided voice acting for the character Artie in Shrek the Third.
In 2007, Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveShow tour was the third highest-grossing concert tour of the year and the highest solo tour.
On March 23, 2008, Justin Timberlake donated $100,000 to the Memphis Rock N' Soul Museum and another $100,000 to the Memphis Music Foundation.
Since April 2008, Justin Timberlake's celebrity endorsement business is managed by IMG.
Between June 2007 and June 2008, Justin Timberlake earned $44 million from his music, tour, commercials, and hospitality, making him the world's 4th best-paid music personality at the time, above Madonna and Celine Dion.
In 2008, Justin Timberlake enhanced his popularity with an acting career and landed a starring role in the film The Love Guru.
In 2008, Justin Timberlake hosted the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open for the first time, including playing in the celebrity pro-am and hosting a charity concert.
On July 25, 2009, Justin Timberlake reopened the redeveloped Big Creek Golf Course as the eco-friendly Mirimichi Golf Course in Millington, Tennessee.
In 2009, Justin Timberlake's contribution to Shriners Hospitals for Children was recognized as the single most valuable celebrity endorsement in the U.S., worth over $US9 million.
In 2010, Justin Timberlake performed "Hallelujah" at the Hope for Haiti Now telethon, with proceeds from digital downloads donated to relief efforts in Haiti.
In 2010, Justin Timberlake took a starring role in the film The Social Network, further solidifying his presence in the acting world.
In October 2011, Justin Timberlake received the Futures Award at the Environmental Media Awards for his green-conscious Mirimichi Golf Course.
After New York legalized same-sex marriage in 2011, Justin Timberlake voiced his support for LGBT equality in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of embracing differences to bring people closer together.
In 2011, Justin Timberlake endorsed Myspace and teamed up with Capital One to announce the winners of the inaugural Capital One Cup.
In 2011, Justin Timberlake took on starring roles in the films Bad Teacher, Friends with Benefits, and In Time, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
In 2012, Justin Timberlake hosted Walmart's annual shareholders meeting.
In late 2012, Justin Timberlake and his wife Jessica Biel volunteered in Far Rockaway, Queens, to help distribute supplies after Hurricane Sandy.
According to Billboard, in 2013, Justin Timberlake was the third highest-paid musician with earnings of $31 million.
For its associated album, The 20/20 Experience, Justin Timberlake was named 2013 Artist of the Year with the top-selling album by iTunes' annual list of best-sellers.
In 2013, Justin Timberlake received the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the MTV Video Music Awards and also won the MTV Video Music Award for Video of the Year for "Mirrors".
In 2013, Justin Timberlake released 'The 20/20 Experience' and 'The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2', both of which peaked at the top of the charts. 'The 20/20 Experience' became the best-selling album of the year.
In 2013, Justin Timberlake released 'The 20/20 Experience', a neo soul album inspired by the song structures of 1960s and 1970s rock. He supported the album with the Legends of the Summer tour, co-headlined with Jay-Z, and The 20/20 Experience World Tour, introducing his backing ensemble, the Tennessee Kids.
In 2013, Justin Timberlake topped nine Billboard Year-End charts, including Billboard 200 Artists and Billboard 200 Albums.
As of 2014, Justin Timberlake has had seven songs exceed 3 million digital downloads in the United States, including "SexyBack", "4 Minutes", "Dead and Gone", "Suit & Tie", "Mirrors", "Holy Grail", and "Can't Stop the Feeling!".
In 2014, Justin Timberlake partnered with Sauza Tequila to re-launch his own version of the beverage as part of the Sauza franchise: Sauza 901.
In 2014, Justin Timberlake was named Billboard Top Male Artist.
In 2014, Justin Timberlake was ranked 26th with earnings of $57 million on the Celebrity 100 list.
In 2014, Justin Timberlake won the Billboard Music Awards for Top Artist and Top Billboard 200 Album for The 20/20 Experience.
In 2014, Justin Timberlake's The 20/20 Experience World Tour was the highest-grossing tour led by a solo artist and one of the highest-grossing tours of the decade.
In October 2015, Justin Timberlake was inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, becoming its youngest member.
In 2015, Justin Timberlake and his wife Jessica Biel received the Inspiration Award at the GLSEN Respect Awards for their vocal and committed allyship to the LGBT community and their charitable works improving the lives of youth.
In 2015, Justin Timberlake received the Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.
In 2015, Justin Timberlake was ranked 19th with $63 million on the Celebrity 100 list.
In 2015, Justin Timberlake's William Rast clothing line earned him a Lord & Taylor's Fashion Oracle Award at the Fashion Group International's Night of The Stars Gala.
In 2015, Justin Timberlake's crossover appeal was highlighted after his performance with Chris Stapleton at the Country Music Association Awards, according to Katie Rogers of The New York Times.
In 2016, Justin Timberlake became an investor in the beverage company Bai Brands.
In 2016, Justin Timberlake discussed the influences on his fifth album, stating that his upbringing in Tennessee and the Southern American music scene heavily influenced the album's sound.
In 2016, Justin Timberlake received the inaugural Decade Award at the Teen Choice Awards for his continuous achievements since the release of FutureSex/LoveSounds in 2006.
In 2016, Justin Timberlake was featured in a new version of "Where Is the Love?", with proceeds of the charity single going to educational programs.
Since 2016, Justin Timberlake has been involved in voice acting, providing the voice for Branch in the Trolls franchise, adding to his diverse range of roles.
In 2017, Billboard published a list of "Greatest of All Time Pop Songs Artists" where Justin Timberlake ranked at number 5, being the top male soloist.
In 2017, Justin Timberlake and Eminem helped raise over $2 million for Manchester Arena bombing victims.
In 2017, Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods acquired an ownership stake in the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
In 2017, Justin Timberlake took on a starring role in the film Wonder Wheel, continuing to expand his acting portfolio.
On February 2, 2018, Justin Timberlake released his fifth album, "Man of the Woods," two days before his Super Bowl LII halftime show performance.
On March 13, 2018, Justin Timberlake began the "Man of the Woods Tour" in Toronto, Canada, in support of his album.
On April 30, 2018, Justin Timberlake reunited with his NSYNC bandmates to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
In October 2018, Justin Timberlake and Levi's debuted their collaborative clothing line collection "Fresh Leaves".
On October 30, 2018, Justin Timberlake's autobiography, "Hindsight & All the Things I Can't See In Front of Me", was released, featuring candid images and insights into his early life and song inspiration.
In 2018, Billboard critics discussed whether Justin Timberlake is "the Best Male Pop Star of the 21st century," citing his crossover appeal, career longevity, showmanship, and credibility.
In 2018, Billboard ranked Justin Timberlake at number 25 on their "The Top 60 Male Artists of All-Time" list.
In 2018, Justin Timberlake performed at the Super Bowl Halftime Show, debuting his own version of the Air Jordan 3 designed with Nike's Tinker Hatfield and his performance was estimated to be worth $2.86 million in marketing for Nike.
In 2018, Justin Timberlake released his album 'Man of the Woods', which also peaked at the top of the charts, continuing his success as a solo artist.
In 2018, Salli Frattini, the producer of the Halftime show, stated that the production team experimented with removing elements of clothing in rehearsal to reveal Jackson's skirt without nudity but that the idea was ultimately nixed.
On April 13, 2019, Justin Timberlake concluded his "Man of the Woods Tour" in Uncasville.
In 2019, Billboard ranked Justin Timberlake 20th on their decade-end chart for "Top Artists" of the 2010s.
In 2019, Justin Timberlake received a Contemporary Icon Award by the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and an honorary Doctor of Music degree from Berklee College of Music.
In 2019, Justin Timberlake was ranked 41st on the Celebrity 100 list by Forbes, with earnings of $57.5 million in 2019.
On February 26, 2020, Justin Timberlake and SZA released the single "The Other Side", which is part of the "Trolls World Tour" soundtrack.
On March 9, 2020, Justin Timberlake released a teaser for his upcoming song "Don't Slack", featuring Anderson .Paak, which is also part of the "Trolls World Tour" soundtrack.
On March 10, 2020, Justin Timberlake released the song "Don't Slack" featuring Anderson .Paak, which is part of the "Trolls World Tour" soundtrack.
In September 2020, Justin Timberlake and producer Timbaland teased potential upcoming collaborations with Justin Bieber, Justine Skye, Hit-Boy, and Ty Dolla Sign.
In December 2020, Justin Timberlake and Ant Clemons released the single "Better Days", which premiered at the Rock the Runoff virtual concert.
In January 2021, Justin Timberlake performed his collaboration with Ant Clemons, "Better Days", during the Celebrating America special as part of the inauguration of Joe Biden. He also performed at Pharrell Williams' Something in the Water festival in Washington D.C.
In June 2021, Justin Timberlake voiced his support for Britney Spears during her court battle over her conservatorship, stating that no woman should be restricted from making decisions about her own body.
In 2021, Justin Timberlake starred in the film Palmer, further establishing his acting career.
In May 2022, Justin Timberlake sold the rights to his entire musical catalog, around 200 songs he wrote or co-wrote, to Hipgnosis Song Management for $100 million.
In 2022, Justin Timberlake invested in Greenville, South Carolina par-3 golf course Greenville 3's.
In May 2023, Timbaland revealed that Justin Timberlake's sixth album was completed, indicating a revival of the FutureSex/LoveSounds era sound.
On September 1, 2023, Timbaland released the single "Keep Going Up", a collaboration with Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake.
On January 19, 2024, Justin Timberlake performed a free concert at the Orpheum in Memphis where he live-debuted his new single "Selfish".
On January 25, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, announcing the release of "Selfish" and revealed that his new album had taken four years to produce.
On January 27, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared as a musical guest on Saturday Night Live, singing "Selfish" and "Sanctified".
On February 22, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared as the musical guest on The Graham Norton Show, recorded in London, where he performed "Selfish".
On February 23, 2024, Justin Timberlake cancelled his "A One Night Only" concert in London due to illness. The promotional single "Drown" was released on the same day.
On March 11, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared on Complex Networks Sneaker Shopping and mentioned the release of his new album at the end of the video.
On March 13, 2024, Justin Timberlake performed a one-off concert at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, featuring a surprise reunion with his NSYNC bandmates.
On March 15, 2024, Justin Timberlake performed on NPR's Tiny Desk series. The second single off the album, "No Angels", was released on the same day, March 15, 2024.
In March 2024, Justin Timberlake released his sixth album "Everything I Thought It Was".
In March 2024, the Forget Tomorrow World Tour became Justin Timberlake's fastest selling tour to date, amassing over $140 million globally in initial ticket sales.
In April 2024, Justin Timberlake opened the iHeartRadio Music Awards, performing both singles off the album, "Selfish" and "No Angels". Timberlake also promoted the album on the Forget Tomorrow World Tour.
On April 29, 2024, Justin Timberlake started the Forget Tomorrow World Tour in Vancouver, Canada.
On May 20, 2024, Pollstar announced that nine additional shows were added to Justin Timberlake's Forget Tomorrow World Tour due to "overwhelming demand". Over 1 million tickets were already sold, making it Timberlake's fastest selling tour to date.
In January 2026, Justin Timberlake performed at the Recording Academy Honours Presented by the Black Music Collective, in tribute to Pharrell Williams. Timberlake performed his Williams-produced singles "Señorita", "Rock Your Body" and "Like I Love You".
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