History of Justin Timberlake in Timeline
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.
1979: Off the Wall Album
Jason Lipshutz of Fuse TV compared the first half of the album FutureSex/LoveSounds to the album Off the Wall from 1979.
January 31, 1981: Justin Timberlake's Birth
On January 31, 1981, Justin Randall Timberlake was born in Memphis, Tennessee, to Janet Lynn (née Bomar) Harless and Charles Randall Timberlake. He later became a prominent singer, songwriter, actor, and dancer, known as the "Prince of Pop".
1993: Becomes a Mouseketeer
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.
1995: Joins NSYNC
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.
1995: NSYNC Formation
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.
1996: NSYNC Recording and Performing in Europe
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.
1997: Death of Half-Sister Laura Katherine
In 1997, Justin Timberlake's half-sister, Laura Katherine, passed away shortly after birth. This event is acknowledged in his album NSYNC as "My Angel in Heaven."
1998: NSYNC's Rise to Prominence
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.
1999: Relationship with Britney Spears
In early 1999, Justin Timberlake began dating Britney Spears.
2000: Timberlake's Film Debut in 'Model Behavior'
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.
2000: NSYNC releases 'No Strings Attached'
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".
2000: Britney Spears' Pregnancy and Abortion
In late 2000, during Justin Timberlake's relationship with Britney Spears, Spears became pregnant and had an abortion after Timberlake said they were not prepared for parenthood.
2001: Writing 'Gone' for Michael Jackson
Around 2001, Justin Timberlake wrote the single "Gone" for Michael Jackson; however, Jackson turned it down, leading to NSYNC recording the song instead.
2001: NSYNC's 'Celebrity' Album Release
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".
2001: Creation of Justin Timberlake Foundation
Since 2001, Justin Timberlake created the "Justin Timberlake Foundation", which initially funded music education programs in schools, but now has a much broader agenda.
March 2002: End of Relationship with Britney Spears
In March 2002, Justin Timberlake's relationship with Britney Spears ended.
July 2002: Hollywood Hills Mansion Purchase
In July 2002, Justin Timberlake purchased a 13,250-square-foot mansion in Hollywood Hills for $8.3 million from Helen Hunt.
August 2002: Premiere of 'Like I Love You' at MTV Video Music Awards
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.
2002: NSYNC's Dissolution and Timberlake's Solo Plans
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.
2002: Comments on Relationship with Britney Spears
Following the release of Framing Britney Spears, public attention was brought to old comments Justin Timberlake made in 2002 to describe his relationship with Britney Spears following their breakup, with some considering them to contain misogynistic rhetoric.
2002: Justified Tour
In 2002 Justin Timberlake toured for his album Justified.
2002: Debut Album 'Justified' Release and Tour
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.
2002: Release of 'Justified'
In 2002, Justin Timberlake released his first solo album, 'Justified', which sold over 10 million copies and received triple platinum certification by the RIAA.
2002: NSYNC's Indefinite Hiatus
In 2002, after completing the Celebrity Tour, NSYNC went on an indefinite hiatus, marking a transition in Justin Timberlake's career toward solo endeavors.
2002: First Celebrity on Punk'd
Near the end of 2002, Justin Timberlake was the first celebrity to be featured on Ashton Kutcher's show Punk'd. He later admitted he was under the influence of cannabis during the prank. Three episodes later, Timberlake "punk'd" Kelly Osbourne, becoming the first celebrity to appear on the show more than once.
2002: Solo Career Style Evolution
Since his solo career began with the 2002 release of debut album Justified, Timberlake has honed his unique sense of style, while citing Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Frank Sinatra as style influences.
April 2003: Relationship with Cameron Diaz
In April 2003, Justin Timberlake began a relationship with actress Cameron Diaz.
October 2003: First Sole Appearance on Saturday Night Live
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.
2003: MTV Video Music Awards Kiss
In 2003, Britney Spears and Madonna kissed at the MTV Video Music Awards.
2003: Opening of "Chi" Restaurant
In 2003, Justin Timberlake co-owned opened the "Chi" restaurant in West Hollywood, California.
2003: Spoof of Punk'd on Saturday Night Live
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.
2003: Rolling Stone Cover
In 2003, Rolling Stone named Justin Timberlake the biggest pop star of the year and featured him on the magazine's cover, declaring him "The New King of Pop".
February 2004: Super Bowl XXXVIII Halftime Show Controversy
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.
2004: Recording 'Good Foot' for Shark Tale Soundtrack
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.
2004: Focus on Acting Career After Super Bowl Incident
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.
May 5, 2005: Throat Surgery
On May 5, 2005, Justin Timberlake underwent surgery to remove nodules from his throat and was advised to rest his voice for several months.
October 2005: Grammy Association Award for Humanitarian Efforts
In October 2005, Justin Timberlake, alongside Craig Brewer, received an award from the Grammy Association for his humanitarian efforts in Tennessee.
December 2005: Production Begins on FutureSex/LoveSounds
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.
2005: Launch of William Rast clothing line
In 2005, Justin Timberlake launched the William Rast clothing line with his childhood friend Juan ("Trace") Ayala.
2005: Creation of FutureSex/LoveSounds
Justin Timberlake created his second album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, between 2005 and 2006.
July 2006: Release of 'SexyBack'
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.
July 18, 2006: Release of Edison Force
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.
September 12, 2006: Release of 'FutureSex/LoveSounds'
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.
December 2006: Split with Cameron Diaz
In December 2006, Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz split after much speculation of breakups throughout their relationship.
2006: Opening of "Destino" Restaurant
In 2006, Justin Timberlake co-owned opened the "Destino" restaurant in New York.
2006: Teen Choice Awards Decade Award
In 2006, Justin Timberlake released FutureSex/LoveSounds.
2006: Release of '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.
2006: Popularizing "I'm bringing sexy back"
In 2006, Sia Michel of The New York Times noted that Justin Timberlake was responsible for popularizing the catchphrase "I'm bringing sexy back".
January 2007: Relationship with Jessica Biel
In January 2007, Justin Timberlake began dating actress Jessica Biel.
June 2007: Start of Forbes Earnings Reporting
Forbes began reporting on Justin Timberlake's earnings in June 2007.
November 2007: Donation to Wildlife Warriors
In November 2007, Justin Timberlake donated $100,000 from takings from his Australian tour to Wildlife Warriors founded by Steve Irwin.
2007: Opening of "Southern Hospitality" Restaurant
In 2007, Justin Timberlake co-owned opened the "Southern Hospitality" restaurant in New York.
2007: Voice Acting in Shrek the Third
In 2007, Justin Timberlake provided voice acting for the character Artie in Shrek the Third.
2007: FutureSex/LoveShow tour success
In 2007, Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveShow tour was the third highest-grossing concert tour of the year and the highest solo tour.
2007: Projecting Sex-Symbol Edge
In 2007, Sia Michel of The New York Times wrote that Justin Timberlake has learned how to project sex-symbol edge since his last tour for 2002's multiplatinum Justified and is a rock star who can commit.
2007: Time 100 List Appearance
Justin Timberlake appeared for the first time on the Time 100 list of most influential people by Time in 2007.
March 23, 2008: Donations to Memphis Museums
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.
April 2008: IMG Management
Since April 2008, Justin Timberlake's celebrity endorsement business is managed by IMG.
June 2008: Fourth Best-Paid Music Personality
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.
2008: Starring Role in The Love Guru
In 2008, Justin Timberlake enhanced his popularity with an acting career and landed a starring role in the film The Love Guru.
2008: First time hosting the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open
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.
July 25, 2009: Reopening of Mirimichi Golf Course
On July 25, 2009, Justin Timberlake reopened the redeveloped Big Creek Golf Course as the eco-friendly Mirimichi Golf Course in Millington, Tennessee.
2009: Timberlake's contribution to Shriners Hospitals deemed most valuable celebrity endorsement
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.
January 15, 2010: Closing of Mirimichi Golf Course for further improvements
On January 15, 2010, Justin Timberlake's Mirimichi Golf Course closed again for further improvements.
2010: Hope for Haiti Now Telethon Performance
In 2010, Justin Timberlake performed "Hallelujah" at the Hope for Haiti Now telethon, with proceeds from digital downloads donated to relief efforts in Haiti.
2010: SoHo Unit Purchase
In 2010, Justin Timberlake purchased a unit at 311 West Broadway in SoHo, formerly owned by Oscar de la Renta, for $6.56 million.
2010: Starring Role in The Social Network
In 2010, Justin Timberlake took a starring role in the film The Social Network, further solidifying his presence in the acting world.
October 2011: Environmental Media Awards Futures Award
In October 2011, Justin Timberlake received the Futures Award at the Environmental Media Awards for his green-conscious Mirimichi Golf Course.
December 2011: Engagement to Jessica Biel
In December 2011, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel became engaged.
2011: Support for LGBT Equality
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.
2011: Myspace Endorsement and Capital One Partnership
In 2011, Justin Timberlake endorsed Myspace and teamed up with Capital One to announce the winners of the inaugural Capital One Cup.
2011: Starring Roles in Bad Teacher, Friends with Benefits, and In Time
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.
2011: Tom Ford as Designer
Since 2011, American fashion designer Tom Ford has dressed Timberlake and created more than 600 exclusive pieces for The 20/20 Experience World Tour, citing that Timberlake has a kind of effortless cool that makes classic menswear tailoring modern.
October 19, 2012: Marriage to Jessica Biel
On October 19, 2012, Justin Timberlake married Jessica Biel at the Borgo Egnazia resort in Fasano, Italy.
2012: End of Involvement with Shriners Hospitals for Children Open
In 2012, Justin Timberlake ended his involvement with the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open due to a perceived lack of engagement beyond the TV cameras.
2012: Walmart Shareholders Meeting Hosting
In 2012, Justin Timberlake hosted Walmart's annual shareholders meeting.
2012: "It's Gonna Be May" Internet Meme
In 2012, Justin Timberlake's pronunciation of "me" on "It's Gonna Be Me" was popularized as an internet meme titled "It's Gonna Be May" after a Tumblr image was posted with the caption.
2012: Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts
In late 2012, Justin Timberlake and his wife Jessica Biel volunteered in Far Rockaway, Queens, to help distribute supplies after Hurricane Sandy.
2013: Third Highest-Paid Musician
According to Billboard, in 2013, Justin Timberlake was the third highest-paid musician with earnings of $31 million.
2013: Artist of the Year by iTunes
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.
2013: Second Appearance on Time 100 List
In 2013, Justin Timberlake made his second appearance on the Time 100 list, with Stevie Wonder praising his accomplishments and charitable contributions.
2013: MTV Video Vanguard Award and Video of the Year for "Mirrors"
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".
2013: Releases of 'The 20/20 Experience' and 'The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2'
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.
2013: Release of 'The 20/20 Experience' and Supporting Tours
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.
2013: Topped nine Billboard Year-End charts
In 2013, Justin Timberlake topped nine Billboard Year-End charts, including Billboard 200 Artists and Billboard 200 Albums.
2014: Seven songs exceed 3 million digital downloads in the US
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!".
2014: Sauza 901 Tequila Partnership
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.
2014: Billboard Top Male Artist
In 2014, Justin Timberlake was named Billboard Top Male Artist.
2014: Ranked on Celebrity 100 List
In 2014, Justin Timberlake was ranked 26th with earnings of $57 million on the Celebrity 100 list.
2014: Billboard Music Awards for Top Artist and Top Billboard 200 Album
In 2014, Justin Timberlake won the Billboard Music Awards for Top Artist and Top Billboard 200 Album for The 20/20 Experience.
2014: The 20/20 Experience World Tour Success
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.
April 2015: Birth of First Child
In April 2015, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel welcomed their first child, a son.
October 2015: Induction into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame
In October 2015, Justin Timberlake was inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, becoming its youngest member.
2015: Inspiration Award at GLSEN Respect Awards
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.
2015: House Purchase in Yellowstone Club
In 2015, Justin Timberlake bought a house in the Yellowstone Club near Big Sky, Montana.
2015: iHeartRadio Music Awards Innovator Award
In 2015, Justin Timberlake received the Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.
2015: Ranked on Celebrity 100 List
In 2015, Justin Timberlake was ranked 19th with $63 million on the Celebrity 100 list.
2015: Lord & Taylor's Fashion Oracle Award
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.
2015: Performance with Chris Stapleton at CMA Awards
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.
2015: Top Musician Among Millennials
In Nielsen Music's U.S. report for 2015, Justin Timberlake led the "Top 10 Musicians Among Millennials" list.
2016: Bai Brands Investment
In 2016, Justin Timberlake became an investor in the beverage company Bai Brands.
2016: Timberlake Discusses Influences on Fifth Album
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.
2016: Teen Choice Awards Decade Award
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.
2016: Voting Booth Selfie Controversy
In 2016, Justin Timberlake shared a selfie inside a voting booth on Instagram during the presidential election, which was an illegal act at the time, leading to a bill in Tennessee allowing photos in voting poll stations with some exceptions.
2016: Featured in a New Version of "Where Is the Love?"
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.
2016: Recognition as One of the Greatest Entertainers
In a 2016 article of The Hollywood Reporter, editor Scott Feinberg stated that Justin Timberlake is widely regarded as one of the greatest all-around entertainers in the history of show business.
2016: Voice Acting in Trolls Franchise
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.
May 2017: Penthouse Purchase in Tribeca
In May 2017, Justin Timberlake and his wife, Jessica Biel, paid $20.2 million for a 5,375-square-foot penthouse unit at 443 Greenwich Street in Tribeca, Manhattan.
2017: Ranked among Greatest of All Time Pop Songs Artists
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.
2017: Fundraising for Manchester Arena Bombing Victims
In 2017, Justin Timberlake and Eminem helped raise over $2 million for Manchester Arena bombing victims.
2017: Ownership Stake in Hurricane Junior Golf Tour
In 2017, Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods acquired an ownership stake in the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
2017: Starring Role in Wonder Wheel
In 2017, Justin Timberlake took on a starring role in the film Wonder Wheel, continuing to expand his acting portfolio.
February 2, 2018: Release of "Man of the Woods" Album
On February 2, 2018, Justin Timberlake released his fifth album, "Man of the Woods," two days before his Super Bowl LII halftime show performance.
March 13, 2018: Man of the Woods Tour Start
On March 13, 2018, Justin Timberlake began the "Man of the Woods Tour" in Toronto, Canada, in support of his album.
April 30, 2018: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star with NSYNC
On April 30, 2018, Justin Timberlake reunited with his NSYNC bandmates to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
October 2018: Debut of Levi's "Fresh Leaves" Collection
In October 2018, Justin Timberlake and Levi's debuted their collaborative clothing line collection "Fresh Leaves".
October 30, 2018: Release of "Hindsight & All the Things I Can't See In Front of Me"
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.
2018: Considered one of the Best Male Pop Stars of the 21st century
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.
2018: Ranked among The Top 60 Male Artists of All-Time
In 2018, Billboard ranked Justin Timberlake at number 25 on their "The Top 60 Male Artists of All-Time" list.
2018: Super Bowl Halftime Show Performance and Nike Collaboration
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.
2018: Release of 'Man of the Woods'
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.
2018: SoHo Unit Sale at a Loss
In 2018, Justin Timberlake sold his SoHo unit for $6.35 million, incurring a loss from the purchase price.
2018: Halftime Show Production
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.
April 13, 2019: Man of the Woods Tour Conclusion
On April 13, 2019, Justin Timberlake concluded his "Man of the Woods Tour" in Uncasville.
May 2019: Honorary Doctorate from Berklee College of Music
In May 2019, Justin Timberlake received an honorary doctorate from Berklee College of Music.
2019: Ranked among Top Artists of the 2010s
In 2019, Billboard ranked Justin Timberlake 20th on their decade-end chart for "Top Artists" of the 2010s.
2019: Contemporary Icon Award and Honorary Doctorate
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.
2019: Ranked on Celebrity 100 List
In 2019, Justin Timberlake was ranked 41st on the Celebrity 100 list by Forbes, with earnings of $57.5 million in 2019.
February 26, 2020: Release of "The Other Side" with SZA
On February 26, 2020, Justin Timberlake and SZA released the single "The Other Side", which is part of the "Trolls World Tour" soundtrack.
March 9, 2020: Teaser Release for "Don't Slack"
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.
March 10, 2020: Release of "Don't Slack" with Anderson .Paak
On March 10, 2020, Justin Timberlake released the song "Don't Slack" featuring Anderson .Paak, which is part of the "Trolls World Tour" soundtrack.
July 2020: Birth of Second Child
In July 2020, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel had their second son.
September 2020: Teasing Potential Collaborations
In September 2020, Justin Timberlake and producer Timbaland teased potential upcoming collaborations with Justin Bieber, Justine Skye, Hit-Boy, and Ty Dolla Sign.
December 2020: Release of "Better Days" with Ant Clemons
In December 2020, Justin Timberlake and Ant Clemons released the single "Better Days", which premiered at the Rock the Runoff virtual concert.
2020: Billboard Retrospective on 'Celebrity'
In 2020, Billboard published a retrospective article considering NSYNC's album 'Celebrity' as the group's "swan song," which set the stage for Justin Timberlake's subsequent massive solo career.
January 2021: Performance at Joe Biden's Inauguration
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.
June 2021: Support for Britney Spears During Conservatorship Battle
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.
2021: Starring Role in Palmer
In 2021, Justin Timberlake starred in the film Palmer, further establishing his acting career.
May 2022: Sale of Musical Catalog to Hipgnosis
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.
2022: Investment in Greenville 3's Golf Course
In 2022, Justin Timberlake invested in Greenville, South Carolina par-3 golf course Greenville 3's.
May 2023: Timberlake's Sixth Album Completion
In May 2023, Timbaland revealed that Justin Timberlake's sixth album was completed, indicating a revival of the FutureSex/LoveSounds era sound.
September 1, 2023: Release of "Keep Going Up"
On September 1, 2023, Timbaland released the single "Keep Going Up", a collaboration with Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake.
2023: Spears' Memoir: The Woman in Me
In 2023, Britney Spears wrote in her memoir "The Woman in Me" about her pregnancy during her relationship with Justin Timberlake and subsequent abortion in 2000.
January 19, 2024: Live Debut of "Selfish" at Orpheum
On January 19, 2024, Justin Timberlake performed a free concert at the Orpheum in Memphis where he live-debuted his new single "Selfish".
January 25, 2024: Timberlake Announces Release of "Selfish" and Upcoming Album on The Tonight Show
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.
January 27, 2024: Musical Guest on Saturday Night Live
On January 27, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared as a musical guest on Saturday Night Live, singing "Selfish" and "Sanctified".
February 22, 2024: Appearance on The Graham Norton Show
On February 22, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared as the musical guest on The Graham Norton Show, recorded in London, where he performed "Selfish".
February 23, 2024: Cancellation of London Concert and Release of "Drown"
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.
March 11, 2024: Appearance on Complex Networks Sneaker Shopping
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.
March 13, 2024: One-Off Concert at The Wiltern in Los Angeles
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.
March 15, 2024: Performance on NPR's Tiny Desk and Release of "No Angels"
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.
March 2024: Release of "Everything I Thought It Was" Album
In March 2024, Justin Timberlake released his sixth album "Everything I Thought It Was".
March 2024: Forget Tomorrow World Tour Fastest Selling Tour
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.
April 2024: Opening of iHeartRadio Music Awards and Promotion of New Album
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.
April 29, 2024: Start of the Forget Tomorrow World Tour
On April 29, 2024, Justin Timberlake started the Forget Tomorrow World Tour in Vancouver, Canada.
May 20, 2024: Additional Shows Added to Forget Tomorrow World Tour
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.
June 18, 2024: Arrest for Driving While Intoxicated
Shortly after midnight on June 18, 2024, Justin Timberlake was arrested in Sag Harbor, New York for driving while intoxicated (DWI).
June 21, 2024: Concert in Chicago
On June 21, 2024, following his DWI arrest, Justin Timberlake performed a concert in Chicago where he appeared to address the arrest.
June 22, 2024: Bartender Confirmation of Timberlake's Martini Consumption
On June 22, 2024, bartender employees confirmed that Justin Timberlake only had one martini while at the hotel bar before his DWI arrest.
July 26, 2024: Scheduled Court Return
Justin Timberlake was scheduled to return to court on July 26, 2024 following his DWI arrest.
August 9, 2024: Court Hearing Scheduled
On August 9, 2024, Justin Timberlake was scheduled for a court hearing, but his attendance was not required, unlike the previous hearing on August 2.
September 11, 2024: Guilty Plea to Traffic Offense
On September 11, 2024, it was revealed that Justin Timberlake would plead guilty to a less serious traffic offense during his September 13 court appearance, with the DWI charge being dropped. The plea deal involved pleading guilty to driving while impaired, incurring a fine and driver's license suspension.
September 13, 2024: Guilty Plea and Sentencing in DWI Case
On September 13, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared in court and pled guilty to a noncriminal driving while impaired traffic violation. He was sentenced to a $500 fine, a $260 surcharge, 25 hours of community service, and required to make a public safety announcement. Timberlake's driver's license was also suspended under New York state law.
July 2025: Lyme Disease Diagnosis
At the end of his Forget Tomorrow World Tour in July 2025, Justin Timberlake revealed he had been diagnosed with Lyme disease and shared his decision to continue touring despite the challenges.
January 2026: Performance at Recording Academy Honours
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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