History of Justin Timberlake in Timeline
Justin Timberlake is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, and dancer, often called the "Prince of Pop." Billboard recognized him as a top-performing solo act and a leading pop star of the 21st century. He is among the best-selling music artists ever, with over 117 million records sold globally. Timberlake's accolades include ten Grammy Awards, four Primetime Emmy Awards, three Brit Awards, nine Billboard Music Awards, the Contemporary Icon Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and MTV's Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.
1979: Off the Wall Pop Album
In 1979, Michael Jackson released Off the Wall.
January 31, 1981: Birth of Justin Timberlake
On January 31, 1981, Justin Randall Timberlake was born in Memphis, Tennessee. He is now known as an American singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, and dancer.
1993: Joined The All New Mickey Mouse Club
In 1993, Justin Timberlake joined The All New Mickey Mouse Club, where he worked with future stars like Britney Spears and Ryan Gosling.
1995: Recruitment into NSYNC
In 1995, Justin Timberlake recruited JC Chasez to join an all-male singing group that eventually became NSYNC.
1996: NSYNC Begins Performing in Europe
In 1996, NSYNC started recording and performing in Europe, with Justin Timberlake as one of the lead singers.
1997: Rise to Prominence with NSYNC
In 1997, Justin Timberlake and JC Chasez rose to prominence as the lead vocalists for the boyband NSYNC, becoming one of the best-selling boy bands of all time.
1997: Loss of Half-Sister Laura Katherine
In 1997, Justin Timberlake's half-sister, Laura Katherine, passed away shortly after birth. She is mentioned in his acknowledgments in the album NSYNC.
1998: NSYNC's Debut Album Release
In 1998, NSYNC rose to prominence in the United States with their self-titled debut album, which sold 11 million copies.
1999: Beginning Relationship with Britney Spears
In early 1999, Justin Timberlake began dating fellow former The All New Mickey Mouse Club cast member and singer Britney Spears.
2000: Appearance in 'Model Behavior'
In 2000, Justin Timberlake appeared in 'Model Behavior', a movie by The Wonderful World of Disney, as Jason Sharpe.
2000: NSYNC Performance at the Academy Awards
In 2000, NSYNC performed at the Academy Awards, showcasing their widespread popularity.
2000: Britney Spears' Abortion
In late 2000, Britney Spears became pregnant during her relationship with Justin Timberlake. According to her 2023 memoir, she had an abortion after Timberlake said they were not prepared for parenthood and he did not want to be a father.
2001: Writing "Gone" for Michael Jackson
Around 2001, Justin Timberlake originally wrote the single "Gone" for Michael Jackson. Although Jackson turned it down, the event boosted Timberlake's confidence to pursue a solo career.
2001: Release of NSYNC's 'Celebrity' Album
In 2001, NSYNC released their fourth studio album 'Celebrity', which was a financial success and spawned top-five singles.
2001: Creation of the Justin Timberlake Foundation
Since 2001, Justin Timberlake has been active in several charitable pursuits through his "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 abruptly.
July 2002: Purchase of Hollywood Hills Mansion
In July 2002, Justin Timberlake purchased a 13,250-square-foot mansion in Hollywood Hills for $8.3 million.
August 2002: Performance at MTV Video Music Awards
In August 2002, Justin Timberlake performed at the MTV Video Music Awards, where he premiered his debut solo single "Like I Love You".
2002: Dissolution of NSYNC
By 2002, NSYNC went on an indefinite hiatus as members started focusing on individual projects, leading Justin Timberlake to partner with Pharrell Williams and Timbaland for his solo career.
2002: Public Scrutiny Over Comments About Britney Spears
Following the release of Framing Britney Spears, public attention was drawn to old comments Justin Timberlake made in 2002 about his relationship with Britney Spears, with some considering them misogynistic.
2002: Tour for Multiplatinum Justified
In 2002, Justin Timberlake had a tour for his multiplatinum album Justified.
2002: Release of 'Justified'
In 2002, Justin Timberlake released his debut solo album 'Justified,' which sold over 10 million copies and received triple platinum certification.
2002: Debut Album Justified Release
In 2002, Justin Timberlake's debut album, Justified, was released, showcasing R&B influences with elements of dance-pop, funk, and soul.
2002: NSYNC's Indefinite Hiatus
In 2002, NSYNC went on an indefinite hiatus after completing the Celebrity Tour, marking a transition for Justin Timberlake's career.
2002: First Celebrity on Punk'd
Near the end of 2002, Justin Timberlake was the first celebrity to appear on Ashton Kutcher's show "Punk'd", where he was pranked.
2002: Start of Solo Career and Style Evolution
Since Justin Timberlake's solo career began with the 2002 release of Justified, he honed his unique sense of style.
April 2003: Beginning Relationship with Cameron Diaz
In April 2003, Justin Timberlake began a relationship with actress Cameron Diaz soon after they met at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards.
2003: MTV Video Music Awards
In 2003, Britney Spears and Madonna kissed at the MTV Video Music Awards.
2003: The Justified & Stripped Tour and "I'm Lovin' It" Campaign
In 2003, Justin Timberlake co-headlined The Justified & Stripped Tour with Christina Aguilera and recorded "I'm Lovin' It" for McDonald's, earning him an estimated $6 million.
2003: Opening of "Chi" Restaurant
In 2003, Justin Timberlake co-owned and opened the restaurant "Chi" in West Hollywood, California.
2003: Spoof on Saturday Night Live
In 2003, Justin Timberlake spoofed Ashton Kutcher and Punk'd on Saturday Night Live and co-starred in The Barry Gibb Talk Show skit with Jimmy Fallon.
2003: Biggest Pop Star of the Year
In 2003, Rolling Stone named Justin Timberlake the biggest pop star of the year.
February 2004: Super Bowl XXXVIII Halftime Show Controversy
In February 2004, Justin Timberlake performed with Janet Jackson at the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show, where a "wardrobe malfunction" occurred, leading to controversy and media attention.
2004: Starring in Edison Force
In 2004, Justin Timberlake starred in the film Edison Force after putting his recording career on hold.
May 5, 2005: Throat Surgery
On May 5, 2005, Justin Timberlake underwent surgery to remove nodules from his throat and was advised not to sing or speak loudly for a few months.
October 2005: Grammy Association Award for Humanitarian Efforts
In October 2005, the Grammy Association presented Justin Timberlake with an award for his humanitarian efforts in Tennessee.
2005: Creation of FutureSex/LoveSounds
From 2005 to 2006, Justin Timberlake created his second studio album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, which would later debut at number one on the Billboard 200.
2005: Launch of William Rast Clothing Line
In 2005, Justin Timberlake launched the William Rast clothing line with his childhood friend Juan ("Trace") Ayala.
July 18, 2006: Direct-to-Video Release of Edison Force
On July 18, 2006, the film "Edison Force," starring Justin Timberlake, received a direct-to-video release.
September 12, 2006: Release of FutureSex/LoveSounds Album
On September 12, 2006, Justin Timberlake released his second studio album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
October 2006: Focus on Music Career
In October 2006, Justin Timberlake stated that he would focus on his music career rather than film roles, feeling it would be a mistake to leave the music industry at that point.
December 2006: End of Relationship with Cameron Diaz
In December 2006, Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz split shortly after she introduced him as a musical guest on Saturday Night Live.
December 16, 2006: Saturday Night Live Hosting and "Dick in a Box"
On December 16, 2006, Justin Timberlake hosted Saturday Night Live, acting as both host and musical guest. He and Andy Samberg performed the "Dick in a Box" skit, which became a viral hit and earned him an Emmy Award.
2006: Release of FutureSex/LoveSounds
In 2006 Justin Timberlake released FutureSex/LoveSounds album which contributed to him receiving the inaugural Decade Award at the Teen Choice Awards in 2016 for his continuous achievements since its release.
2006: Opening of "Destino" Restaurant
In 2006, Justin Timberlake co-owned and opened the restaurant "Destino" in New York.
2006: Popularizing "I'm Bringing Sexy Back"
In 2006, Justin Timberlake was credited with popularizing the catchphrase "I'm bringing sexy back".
January 2007: Beginning Relationship with Jessica Biel
In January 2007, Justin Timberlake began dating actress Jessica Biel.
January 2007: FutureSex/LoveShow Tour
In January 2007, Justin Timberlake embarked on the FutureSex/LoveShow tour, supporting his album. Singles from the album continued to perform well, solidifying the album's place in music history.
June 2007: Forbes Reports on Timberlake's Earnings
In June 2007, Forbes calculated Justin Timberlake earned $44 million between June 2007 and June 2008 for his various ventures.
June 2007: Collaboration with Duran Duran
In June 2007, Justin Timberlake co-wrote, produced, and provided vocals for the songs "Nite Runner" and "Falling Down" for Duran Duran's album Red Carpet Massacre.
November 13, 2007: Duran Duran's Album Release
On November 13, 2007, Duran Duran's album Red Carpet Massacre, featuring collaborations with Justin Timberlake, was released.
November 2007: Donation to Wildlife Warriors
In November 2007, Justin Timberlake donated $100,000 from his Australian tour takings to Wildlife Warriors founded by Steve Irwin.
November 2007: FutureSex/LoveSounds Tour Ends & Film Career Resumes
In November 2007, Justin Timberlake wrapped up the FutureSex/LoveSounds tour and resumed his film career with roles in movies like The Love Guru and The Open Road.
December 17, 2007: "4 Minutes" Played by Timbaland
On December 17, 2007, Timbaland first played the song "4 Minutes" at Philadelphia's Jingle Ball. This song later was revealed to be a collaboration with Madonna and Timberlake.
2007: FutureSex/LoveShow Tour Grosses High
According to Billboard, in 2007, Justin Timberlake's FutureSex/LoveShow was the third highest-grossing concert tour and the highest-grossing solo tour.
2007: Time 100 List Appearance
In 2007, Justin Timberlake appeared for the first time on the Time 100 list of most influential people.
2007: Opening of "Southern Hospitality" Restaurant
In 2007, Justin Timberlake co-owned and opened the restaurant "Southern Hospitality" in New York.
2007: Voicing Artie in "Shrek the Third"
In 2007, Justin Timberlake voiced Artie in the animated film "Shrek the Third".
2007: Recognition as a Sex Symbol
In 2007, The New York Times noted that Justin Timberlake had learned how to project sex-symbol edge since his last tour.
February 2008: Grammy Awards
In February 2008, at the 50th Grammy Awards ceremony, Justin Timberlake won two Grammy Awards: Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "What Goes Around...Comes Around", and Best Dance Recording for "LoveStoned/I Think She Knows".
March 2008: Executive Producer Role for NBC Comedy
In March 2008, Justin Timberlake was announced as an executive producer for an American adaptation of the Peruvian comedy My Problem with Women for NBC.
March 17, 2008: Release of "4 Minutes"
On March 17, 2008, "4 Minutes," a duet between Justin Timberlake and Madonna featuring Timbaland, was released as the lead single from Madonna's album Hard Candy. The song became an international hit.
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.
March 30, 2008: "4 Minutes" Performance with Madonna
On March 30, 2008, Justin Timberlake performed "4 Minutes" with Madonna at her Hard Candy Promo Show in New York City.
April 2008: IMG Manages Endorsements
Since April 2008, IMG has managed Justin Timberlake's celebrity endorsements.
June 2008: Ranked Among Top-Paid Music Personalities
In June 2008, Justin Timberlake was ranked as the 4th best-paid music personality in the world by Forbes, surpassing Madonna and Celine Dion.
June 20, 2008: Release of "The Love Guru"
On June 20, 2008, The Love Guru, starring Justin Timberlake, was released.
November 6, 2008: "4 Minutes" Performance on Sticky & Sweet Tour
On November 6, 2008, Justin Timberlake performed "4 Minutes" with Madonna during her Sticky & Sweet Tour's Los Angeles stop.
November 2008: Collaboration with Ciara
In November 2008, it was confirmed that Justin Timberlake would make a guest appearance and produce some tracks on Ciara's upcoming album Fantasy Ride.
November 20, 2008: "Follow My Lead" Exclusive Download
On November 20, 2008, TV Guide reported that Justin Timberlake's next single, "Follow My Lead", featuring Esmée Denters, would be available for exclusive download through Myspace, with proceeds going to charity.
2008: Hosting the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open
In 2008, Justin Timberlake hosted the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open.
2008: Starring in "The Love Guru"
In 2008, Justin Timberlake starred in the film "The Love Guru", enhancing his acting career.
February 20, 2009: "Love Sex Magic" Music Video Shoot
On February 20, 2009, the music video for Ciara's "Love Sex Magic," featuring Justin Timberlake, was shot. This single became a worldwide hit.
March 2, 2009: Appearance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
On March 2, 2009, Justin Timberlake appeared on Jimmy Fallon's debut as host of Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
April 21, 2009: Executive Producer on "The Phone"
On April 21, 2009, Justin Timberlake was the executive producer on the MTV reality series The Phone, which premiered on MTV.
May 5, 2009: Ciara's "Fantasy Ride" Release
On May 5, 2009, Ciara's album Fantasy Ride, featuring Justin Timberlake, was released.
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.
August 28, 2009: Release of "The Open Road"
On August 28, 2009, The Open Road, starring Justin Timberlake, was released.
November 17, 2009: Leona Lewis's "Echo" Release
On November 17, 2009, Leona Lewis's second studio album, Echo, which Justin Timberlake helped produce and co-write, was released.
December 1, 2009: Timbaland's Shock Value II Release
On December 1, 2009, Timbaland's album Shock Value II, featuring Justin Timberlake, was released.
2009: Contribution to Shriners Hospitals
In 2009, Justin Timberlake's contribution to Shriners Hospitals for Children was the single most valuable celebrity endorsement in the U.S., worth over $US9 million.
January 15, 2010: Closure of Mirimichi Golf Course for Improvements
On January 15, 2010, Justin Timberlake's Mirimichi Golf Course closed again for further improvements.
September 12, 2010: Appearance at the 2010 MTV VMAs
On September 12, 2010, Justin Timberlake appeared at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards.
2010: Purchase of SoHo Unit
In 2010, Justin Timberlake bought a unit at 311 West Broadway in SoHo for $6.56 million.
2010: Participation in Hope for Haiti Now Telethon
In 2010, Justin Timberlake participated in the Hope for Haiti Now telethon, performing "Hallelujah".
2010: Starring in "The Social Network" and "Yogi Bear"
In 2010, Justin Timberlake starred in "The Social Network" and voiced Boo-Boo Bear in "Yogi Bear".
July 2011: Marine Asks Timberlake to Birthday Ball
In July 2011, United States Marine Kelsey De Santis invited Justin Timberlake to be her date to the United States Marine Corps birthday ball via a YouTube video.
August 2011: FreeSol Music Video Cameo
In August 2011, Justin Timberlake directed and made a cameo in the FreeSol music video "Hoodies On, Hats Low".
October 2011: Futures Award at Environmental Media Awards
In October 2011, Justin Timberlake received the Futures Award at the Environmental Media Awards for his green-conscious golf course, Mirimichi.
November 13, 2011: Attended Marine Corps Birthday Ball
On November 13, 2011, Justin Timberlake attended the United States Marine Corps birthday ball with Kelsey De Santis in Richmond, Virginia.
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.
2011: Endorsements with Myspace and Capital One
In 2011, Justin Timberlake endorsed Myspace and teamed up with Capital One to announce the winners of the inaugural Capital One Cup.
2011: Starring in "Bad Teacher", "Friends with Benefits", and "In Time"
In 2011, Justin Timberlake starred in the films "Bad Teacher", "Friends with Benefits", and "In Time", expanding his roles in cinema.
2011: Tom Ford Begins Dressing Timberlake
In 2011, Tom Ford started dressing Justin Timberlake, creating over 600 exclusive pieces for The 20/20 Experience World Tour, noting his "effortless cool".
June 2012: Began Working on The 20/20 Experience
In June 2012, Justin Timberlake began working on his third studio album, The 20/20 Experience, without any rules or end goals in mind.
October 19, 2012: Marriage to Jessica Biel
On October 19, 2012, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel married 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.
2012: Hosts Walmart's Annual Shareholders Meeting
In 2012, Justin Timberlake hosted Walmart's annual shareholders meeting.
2012: "It's Gonna Be May" Internet Meme
In 2012, Timberlake's pronunciation of "me" in "It's Gonna Be Me" was popularized as an internet meme titled "It's Gonna Be May".
2012: Volunteer Work After Hurricane Sandy
In late 2012, Justin Timberlake and his wife Jessica Biel volunteered in Far Rockaway, Queens over the weekend after Hurricane Sandy, helping distribute supplies to the community.
January 2013: Return to Music Industry
In January 2013, Justin Timberlake publicly announced his return to the music industry and released the album's lead single "Suit & Tie" featuring Jay-Z.
February 2, 2013: DirecTV Super Saturday Night Performance
On February 2, 2013, Justin Timberlake appeared the night before the 2013 Super Bowl and performed during the "DirecTV Super Saturday Night" in New Orleans.
February 10, 2013: Grammy Awards Performance
On February 10, 2013, Justin Timberlake performed "Suit & Tie" with Jay-Z at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.
February 11, 2013: "Mirrors" Release
On February 11, 2013, "Mirrors" was released as the second single from The 20/20 Experience.
March 19, 2013: The 20/20 Experience Release
On March 19, 2013, The 20/20 Experience was released and debuted at number-one on the charts, setting a digital sales record.
July 12, 2013: "Take Back the Night" Release
On July 12, 2013, Justin Timberlake released "Take Back the Night," the lead single from his album The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2.
August 25, 2013: Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
On August 25, 2013, Justin Timberlake received the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards. He also reunited with NSYNC for a brief performance.
September 30, 2013: The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2 Release
On September 30, 2013, Justin Timberlake's fourth studio album, The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2, was released and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
December 2013: Writing Credit on Beyoncé's Album
In December 2013, Justin Timberlake received a production and writing credit on track six of Beyoncé's self-titled fifth studio album.
2013: Third Highest-Paid Musician
According to Billboard, Justin Timberlake was the third highest-paid musician of 2013, earning $31 million.
2013: Named 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 spirit.
2013: MTV Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award
In 2013, Justin Timberlake received the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the MTV Video Music Awards and won the MTV Video Music Award for Video of the Year for "Mirrors". Also in 2013, he was named Artist of the Year by iTunes for "The 20/20 Experience".
2013: Release of The 20/20 Experience Album
In 2013, Justin Timberlake released The 20/20 Experience, a neo soul album inspired by 1960s and 1970s rock, supported by tours with Jay-Z and the introduction of the Tennessee Kids backing ensemble.
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.
2013: Chart Topping with 'The 20/20 Experience'
In 2013, Justin Timberlake topped the charts with 'The 20/20 Experience' and 'The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2', with 'The 20/20 Experience' becoming the best-selling album of the year.
February 25, 2014: "Not a Bad Thing" Release
On February 25, 2014, "Not a Bad Thing" was released as the third single from The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2.
May 14, 2014: "Love Never Felt So Good" Music Video Release
On May 14, 2014, a music video was released for Michael Jackson's "Love Never Felt So Good," which was produced by Timbaland and Timberlake. The video featured clips of Jackson and performances by Timberlake.
2014: Seven Songs Exceed 3 Million Digital Downloads
As of 2014, Justin Timberlake has had seven songs exceed 3 million digital downloads in the United States, including "SexyBack" and "Can't Stop the Feeling!".
2014: Partnership with Sauza Tequila
In 2014, Justin Timberlake partnered with Sauza Tequila to re-launch his own version of the beverage as part of the Sauza franchise, named Sauza 901.
2014: Named 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
In 2014, Justin Timberlake won the Billboard Music Award for Top Artist with the 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: Adele Surpasses NSYNC's Album Sales Record
In 2015, Adele surpassed NSYNC's record for the fastest-selling album with her album 25.
2015: Inspiration Award at GLSEN Respect Awards
In 2015, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel received the Inspiration Award at the GLSEN Respect Awards for their support of the LGBT community.
2015: Led Top Musicians Among Millennials List
In 2015, Justin Timberlake led Nielsen Music's U.S. report for "Top 10 Musicians Among Millennials".
2015: SNL 40th Anniversary and Collaboration with Chris Stapleton
In 2015, Justin Timberlake performed at the Saturday Night Live 40th Anniversary, performed 'History of Rap' with Jimmy Fallon, and performed with Chris Stapleton at the Country Music Association Awards.
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 earnings of $63 million on the Celebrity 100 list.
2015: Lord & Taylor's Fashion Oracle Award
In 2015, Justin Timberlake's clothing line, William Rast, earned him a Lord & Taylor's Fashion Oracle Award at the Fashion Group International's Night of The Stars Gala.
2015: Crossover Appeal Highlighted After CMA Performance
In 2015, The New York Times highlighted Justin Timberlake's crossover appeal after his performance with Chris Stapleton at the Country Music Association Awards.
2015: Purchase of House in Yellowstone Club
In 2015, Timberlake purchased a house in the Yellowstone Club near Big Sky, Montana.
May 6, 2016: "Can't Stop the Feeling!" Release
On May 6, 2016, Justin Timberlake released "Can't Stop the Feeling!" as the lead single for the Trolls movie soundtrack. It debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
May 14, 2016: Eurovision Song Contest Performance
On May 14, 2016, Justin Timberlake performed "Can't Stop the Feeling!" live during the interval act at the grand finale of the Eurovision Song Contest.
November 2016: Trolls Film Release
In November 2016, Justin Timberlake voiced the lead character and served as executive music producer for DreamWorks Animation's musical comedy Trolls, which was released.
2016: Investment in Bai Brands
In 2016, Justin Timberlake became an investor in the beverage company Bai Brands.
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 (2006).
2016: Discussing Fifth Studio Album Influences
In 2016, Justin Timberlake spoke about the influences of his upcoming fifth studio album, highlighting his upbringing in Tennessee and the blend of musical genres from Memphis and Nashville. He mentioned working with Timbaland and Pharrell Williams, aiming for a modern sound rooted in Southern American music.
2016: Voicing Branch in "Trolls"
In 2016, Justin Timberlake voiced Branch in the animated film "Trolls", marking his entry into the franchise.
2016: Featured in New Version of "Where Is the Love?"
In 2016, Justin Timberlake was featured in a new version of "Where Is the Love?", with proceeds going to educational programs.
2016: Influence on Tennessee Voting Law
In 2016, following controversy over Timberlake's voting booth selfie, Senator Brian Kelsey brought up a bill to allow photos in Tennessee voting poll stations.
2016: Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids Premiere
In 2016, the concert film Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids, showcasing the final date of The 20/20 Experience World Tour, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
2016: Timberlake Recognized as a Great Entertainer
In a 2016 article in The Hollywood Reporter, Justin Timberlake was recognized as one of the greatest all-around entertainers in show business history.
February 26, 2017: Academy Awards Performance
On February 26, 2017, Justin Timberlake opened the 89th Academy Awards with a performance of "Can't Stop the Feeling!", which was nominated for an award.
May 2017: Purchase of Penthouse in Tribeca
In May 2017, Justin Timberlake and his wife, Jessica Biel, paid $20.2 million for a penthouse unit at 443 Greenwich Street in Tribeca, Manhattan.
2017: Ranked Number 5 on "Greatest of All Time Pop Songs Artists"
According to Billboard, in 2017, Justin Timberlake ranked at number 5 on their "Greatest of All Time Pop Songs Artists", being the top male soloist.
2017: The Book of Love Soundtrack and Music Supervisor
In 2017, Justin Timberlake composed the soundtrack and served as music supervisor for the film The Book of Love, which was produced by his wife Jessica Biel.
2017: Fundraising for Manchester Arena Bombing Victims
In 2017, Justin Timberlake helped raise over $2 million for Manchester Arena bombing victims.
2017: Starring in "Wonder Wheel"
In 2017, Justin Timberlake starred in the film "Wonder Wheel", continuing his acting career.
2017: Acquired Ownership Stake in Hurricane Junior Golf Tour
In 2017, Tiger Woods and Justin Timberlake acquired an ownership stake in the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour.
February 2, 2018: Man of the Woods Album Release
On February 2, 2018, Justin Timberlake released his fifth studio album, "Man of the Woods", two days before his Super Bowl LII halftime show performance. The album featured elements inspired by his son, Silas, and was named after his son's name.
March 13, 2018: Man of the Woods Tour Kickoff
On March 13, 2018, Justin Timberlake began his "Man of the Woods Tour" in Toronto, Canada, supporting his album. The "Man of the Woods Tour" eventually became the sixth-highest-grossing tour of the year.
April 30, 2018: NSYNC Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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 Collaboration "Fresh Leaves"
In October 2018, Justin Timberlake and Levi's debuted their collaborative clothing line collection "Fresh Leaves".
October 30, 2018: Release of Autobiography
On October 30, 2018, Justin Timberlake's autobiography, Hindsight & All the Things I Can't See In Front of Me, was released.
2018: Billboard Discussion on Timberlake's Status
In 2018, Billboard critics debated whether Justin Timberlake is the Best Male Pop Star of the 21st century.
2018: Ranked 25 on Billboard's "The Top 60 Male Artists of All-Time"
In 2018, Billboard ranked Justin Timberlake 25th on their "The Top 60 Male Artists of All-Time" list.
2018: Sale of SoHo Unit at a Loss
In 2018, Justin Timberlake sold his SoHo unit for $6.35 million, incurring a loss from the original purchase price.
2018: Release of 'Man of the Woods'
In 2018, Justin Timberlake topped the charts with the release of 'Man of the Woods'.
2018: Collaboration with Nike on Air Jordan 3
In 2018, Justin Timberlake worked with Nike designer Tinker Hatfield to design his own version of the Air Jordan 3, which he debuted at the Super Bowl Halftime Show. Timberlake's performance was estimated to be worth millions in marketing for Nike.
2018: Producer Statement on Super Bowl Halftime Show
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. The "Man of the Woods Tour" eventually became the sixth-highest-grossing tour of 2018.
May 2019: Honorary Doctorate from Berklee College of Music
In May 2019, Justin Timberlake received an honorary doctorate from Berklee College of Music, alongside Missy Elliott and Alex Lacamoire at the ceremony.
2019: Ranked on Billboard's Decade-End Chart
In 2019, Billboard ranked Justin Timberlake 20th on their decade-end chart for "Top Artists" of the 2010s and 74th on "Top 125 Greatest of All Time Artists Chart".
2019: Awards from Songwriters Hall of Fame and Berklee College of Music
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 Forbes Celebrity 100 list, with earnings of $57.5 million.
February 26, 2020: Release of "The Other Side" with SZA
On February 26, 2020, Justin Timberlake and SZA released "The Other Side," a single featured in the Trolls World Tour soundtrack. The release was accompanied by a music video.
March 9, 2020: Teaser for "Don't Slack" Release
On March 9, 2020, Justin Timberlake released a teaser for his upcoming song "Don't Slack", which features Anderson .Paak, and is also part of the Trolls World Tour soundtrack.
March 10, 2020: "Don't Slack" Release
On March 10, 2020, Justin Timberlake released the song "Don't Slack", which features Anderson .Paak, and 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 Collaborations
In September 2020, Justin Timberlake and producer Timbaland teased potential upcoming collaborations with Justin Bieber, as well as collaborations with 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 on the Rock the Runoff virtual concert, held by Stacey Abrams' organization Fair Fight.
2020: Trolls: World Tour
In 2020 Justin Timberlake returns to voice the lead character in Trolls: World Tour.
2020: Billboard retrospective on Celebrity
In 2020, Billboard published a retrospective article considering NSYNC's Celebrity as "the group's swan song, setting the stage for Timberlake's equally massive solo career".
January 2021: Performance at Joe Biden's Inauguration
In January 2021, Justin Timberlake performed as part of the inauguration of Joe Biden. Performing from his hometown of Memphis, Timberlake performed his collaboration with Ant Clemons during the Celebrating America special.
June 2021: Support for Britney Spears
In June 2021, Justin Timberlake publicly supported Britney Spears during her court battle over her conservatorship.
2021: Starring in "Palmer"
In 2021, Justin Timberlake starred in the film "Palmer", adding to his list of acting roles.
May 2022: Sale of Musical Catalog to Hipgnosis
In May 2022, Justin Timberlake sold the rights to his entire musical catalog, around 200 songs, 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: Sixth Studio Album Completion
In May 2023, Timbaland revealed that Justin Timberlake's sixth studio album was completed, adding that their pair had revived the sound from the FutureSex/LoveSounds era.
September 1, 2023: Release of "Keep Going Up"
On September 1, 2023, Timbaland released the single "Keep Going Up", in collaboration with Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake.
2023: Trolls: Band Together
In 2023 Justin Timberlake returns to voice the lead character in Trolls: Band Together.
2023: Spears' Memoir Details Abortion
In her 2023 memoir, Britney Spears wrote that she became pregnant during their relationship with Justin Timberlake and had an abortion in late 2000 after Timberlake said they were not prepared for parenthood and he did not want to be a father.
January 19, 2024: Free Concert in Memphis and Live Debut of "Selfish"
On January 19, 2024, Justin Timberlake performed a free one-night-only concert at the Orpheum in Memphis where he live-debuted his new single "Selfish" after teasing a new project on social media in previous days.
January 25, 2024: The Tonight Show Appearance and Album Announcement
On January 25, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, he announced the release of "Selfish" and revealed that the album had taken four years to produce.
January 27, 2024: Saturday Night Live Appearance
On January 27, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared as a musical guest on Saturday Night Live, singing "Selfish" and "Sanctified".
February 22, 2024: Performance on The Graham Norton Show
On February 22, 2024, Justin Timberlake appeared as the musical guest, where he performed "Selfish" on The Graham Norton Show recorded in London.
February 23, 2024: Cancellation of London Concert and Release of "Drown"
On February 23, 2024, Justin Timberlake cancelled A One Night Only concert, to be held at the Roundhouse, London, due to recovering from an illness. On the same day, the promotional single "Drown" was released.
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
On March 13, 2024, in anticipation of the album release, Justin Timberlake performed a one-off concert at The Wiltern in Los Angeles. The show featured a surprise reunion with his NSYNC bandmates.
March 15, 2024: NPR Tiny Desk Concert and Release of "No Angels"
On March 15, 2024, Justin Timberlake performed on NPR's Tiny Desk series for a half-hour-long concert. The second single off the record, "No Angels", was released on the same day as the album's release.
March 2024: Album Release Month
In March 2024, Justin Timberlake released "Everything I Thought It Was".
March 2024: The Forget Tomorrow World Tour Becomes Timberlake's Fastest Selling Tour to Date
In March 2024, prior to the tour launching, Trace William Cowen of Complex reported that the Forget Tomorrow World Tour had become Justin Timberlake's fastest selling tour to date.
April 2024: 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: Forget Tomorrow World Tour Begins
On April 29, 2024, Justin Timberlake promoted the album on the Forget Tomorrow World Tour, which began in Vancouver, Canada.
May 20, 2024: Additional Shows Added to Forget Tomorrow World Tour Due to Demand
On May 20, 2024, Pollstar announced that nine additional shows were added to Justin Timberlake's Forget Tomorrow World Tour due to "overwhelming demand" and reported that over 1 million tickets were already sold, becoming 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). He was also cited for running a stop sign and failure to keep in lane.
June 21, 2024: Concert in Chicago Following Arrest
Despite his recent arrest, Justin Timberlake performed a concert in Chicago on June 21, 2024, where he appeared to address the arrest, saying "We've been through ups and downs and lefts and rights... It's been a tough week - but you're here, and I'm here...I know sometimes I'm hard to love, but you keep on loving me and I love you right back."
June 22, 2024: Bartender Confirmation of One Martini and Arrest Report Details
On June 22, 2024, bartender employees at the hotel where Justin Timberlake was staying before his DWI arrest confirmed to People that he only had one martini while at the hotel bar. However, the arrest report stated that his eyes were bloodshot, and he performed poorly on sobriety tests.
July 26, 2024: Scheduled Court Appearance
Justin Timberlake was scheduled to return to court on July 26, 2024, following his arrest for driving while intoxicated (DWI).
August 9, 2024: Scheduled Court Hearing
Justin Timberlake was scheduled to have another hearing on August 9, 2024, but he was not required to attend this court hearing.
September 11, 2024: Plea Deal Revealed
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.
September 13, 2024: Guilty Plea to Driving While Impaired
On September 13, 2024, Justin Timberlake pled guilty to a noncriminal driving while impaired traffic violation. Irace then sentenced Justin Timberlake to a $500 fine with a $260 surcharge, 25 hours of community service at the nonprofit of his choosing and required him to make a public safety announcement. It also revealed that Justin Timberlake's refusal to take a breathlyzer automatically triggered a suspension of his driver's license under New York state law.
2024: Continued Role in Trolls Franchise
In 2024, Justin Timberlake continued to voice Branch in the Trolls franchise, maintaining his role in the popular animated series.
