Justin Timberlake

Date of Birth
31 January 1981, Memphis, Tennessee, USA

Birth Name
Justin Randall Timberlake

Nickname
JT

Height
5' 11¾" (1.82 m)

Mini Biography

Justin Randall Timberlake was born to Lynn Harless and Randy Timberlake on January 31, 1981, in Memphis, Tennessee. At the age of 11, he appeared on the show "Star Search" (1983), and even though he didn't win, it didn't dampen his ambitions. He also appeared on "MMC" (1989), where his costars included Britney Spears, Ryan Gosling, Keri Russell, Christina Aguilera and future band-mate J.C. Chasez. At age 14, Justin became a member of the boy band *NSYNC. In 1998, the group released their self-titled debut album. They became a big hit with fans and made a place for themselves in the music world with a succession of big-selling albums. In the beginning of 2002, Justin spent time working on and writing songs for his debut solo album. During this time, he broke up with his longtime girlfriend, Britney Spears. The release of the solo album, titled "Justified", came in November of 2002. Songs from his solo album include: "Like I Love You", "Cry Me A River" and "Rock Your Body".
IMDb Mini Biography By: Stephanie Koston

Trade Mark

His dancing skills.

Shaved head

Trivia

Performed with *NSYNC on the "Celine Dion All The Way" TV special [24 November 1999]

When he is not able to fall asleep, he sings himself to sleep.

Performed at the Christmas Tree Lighting at Rockefeller Center with 'NSYNC. [1 December 1999]

Chosen as one of Teen People Magazine's "21 Hottest Stars Under 21". [1999]

He was born at 6:30 in the evening.

He and fellow *NSYNC member J.C. Chasez were both member of "MMC" (1989) in the early-mid 1990s.

Co-wrote "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" with 'JC Chasez' from *NSYNC's Christmas album, "Home For Christmas".

Mother is Lynn Harless, manager of the all-girl group Innosense.

Boyfriend of his former "The New Mickey Mouse Club" (1977) co-star Britney Spears from 1998 to 2002.

A 15-year-old *NSYNC fan filed a lawsuit against Timberlake, claiming that he verbally assaulted her. Justin allegedly snubbed fans in a St. Louis hotel after which the plaintiff shouted that she thought J.C. Chasez was cuter. When she admitted to a guard that she was the one who made the comment, the guard made her go upstairs with Justin. After that, Timberlake allegedly pushed her against a wall and shouted insults at her. [November 2000]

Collects sneakers.

His mom thought of the name *NSYNC, using the last letter of each original member's first name: justiN, chriS (Chris Kirkpatrick), joeY (Joey Fatone), jasoN (Jason Watkins sang bass prior to Lance Bass joining the group), and j.C. (J.C. Chasez).

*NSYNC's third album, "Celebrity", was released. [24 July 2001]

*NSYNC was started when Justin was just 14 years old.

His favorite ice cream is Baskin-Robbins Daquiri Ice.

He founded The Justin Timberlake Foundation through the Giving Back Fund. The foundation's goals are similar to the Save the Music Foundation.

He collects sports jerseys.

He owns half a dozen Harley Davidsons, a Mercedes M Class and two Mercedes Benz.

Sang at the Grand Ole Opry when he was ten years old.

Cites his greatest fears as dying unloved, snakes, sharks, spiders and falling unconscious at a concert from the stuffed animals fans throw on stage.

He and girlfriend Britney Spears broke up. [March 2002]

Named as the most eligible bachelor in America. [July 2002]

Debut solo single "Like I Love You" reached #2 in the UK singles chart. [October 2002]

Used first and middle names (Justin Randall) for his appearances on "Star Search" (1983).

Has two half-brothers, Jonathan and Stephen.

Single "Cry Me a River" debuted at #2 in the UK singles chart (Feb. 2003).

Solo album, "Justified", reached no. 1 in the UK album chart (Feb 2003).

Performed a duet with Kylie Minogue at the 2003 Brit Awards.

As of May 2003, his solo album "Justified" has gone double platinum.

Hosted the 2003 MTV Movie awards with actor Seann William Scott.

His third solo single, "Rock Your Body", debuted at #2 in the UK singles chart. [May 2003]

Won (his first) Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album for "Justified" [8 February 2004].

Won a Grammy for Best pop Male for "Cry Me A River" [Febuary 8, 2004].

As of February 2004, his debut solo album "Justified" has gone triple platinum.

Is a fan of Björk.

While touring in London, he met Coldplay lead singer and songwriter Chris Martin and struck up a close friendship. At the 2003 VMA awards he introduced the band's performance while calling them "the greatest band in the world.".

Toured with 'FeFe Dobson' in the UK. [December 2003]

Was a member of the National Beta Club.

His ex-girlfriend's (Britney Spears) ex-husband Kevin Federline was a former background dancer for *NSYNC at the 2002 Grammy Awards and in Justin's 2002 VMA performance.

He and best friend Trace Ayala created a clothing line, "William Rast". Clothes became available for purchase from Kitson and Bloomingdales in November 2005. The name William Rast comes from Justin's grandfather, William Bomar, and Trace's grandfather, whose surname is Rast.

Is set to star in West End play "Resurrection Blues" in London starting February 2006. Kevin Spacey is producing.

His father Randall, a choir director at a Baptist church, is married to Lisa.

He had a younger half-sister, Laura Katherine, who died minutes after birth. She was the first child of his father, Randy Timberlake, and stepmother Lisa. It is sometimes falsely reported that she was his twin. He mentions her sometimes in the liner notes of *NSYNC albums. Has two younger half-brothers, Jonathan Perry Timberlake (born September 12, 1993) and Stephen Robert Timberlake (born August 14, 1998). Both are sons of his father and stepmother.

In his exclusive "20/20" (1978) interview, he told Barbara Walters that the "best burgers in the world" can be found at The General Store in Shelby Forest, Tennessee.

Loves skiing and snowboarding.

Mother and stepfather are Lynn Bomar and Paul Harless, respectively.

Broke his left foot in December 2002 during dance rehearsals.

Broke his thumb on stage in early 1997, when he slipped on a puddle of water that was a result of the audience being sprayed down due to extreme temperatures during the outdoor concert.

Was among the 130 guests at Christina Aguilera's wedding to Jordan Bratman.

Best friend is Trace Ayala, his personal assistant.

Is a fan of Kylie Minogue and Dannii Minogue.

Received his first UK #1 with his song "SexyBack" from new album "FutureSex/LoveSounds" in September 2006.

Winner of two MTV Europe Music Awards in 2006 for "Best Male Artist" and "Best Pop". He also hosted the show in Copenhagen, Danmark (2 November 2006).

Ranked in Golf Digest's "Top 100 in Music" (December 2006 issue) as tied for 15th place with Jason Scheff of Chicago and Darius Rucker of Hootie and the Blowfish, with a 6 handicap.

Collaborated with Duran Duran in 2006 for a song on the band's album. In November of that year, lead singer Simon Le Bon told The Associated Press the band had "collaborated in a writing and production manner on one of those tracks with Justin Timberlake.".

Broke up with Cameron Diaz. They had been together since 2003. Said to be dating Scarlett Johansson [January 11, 2007].

Paternal grandson of Charles L. Timberlake (who had remote Dutch American ancestry) and wife Bobbye Joice.

Voted #2 in Elle (France) Magazine's "15 Sexiest Men" poll (June 2007).

Is a noted fan of country music.

Winner of four MTV Video Music Awards in 2007 for "Male Artist of the Year", "Quadruple Threat of the Year", "Best Director" and "Best Choreography in a Video".

Supports the English football team Manchester United FC "The Red Devils".

Girlfriend Jessica Biel accompanied him on his European Tour in 2007.

In 2007, Forbes Magazine estimated his earnings for the year at $20 million.

Was ranked #28 on Entertainment Weekly's '30 Under 30' the actors list. (2008).

An avid fan of IndyCar racing.

Had the unwanted pleasure of being Ashton Kutcher's first victim on the TV show "Punk'd" (2003).

Wrote the hit song "Rehab" for Rihanna and also sings on it.

Owns a soul food restaurant called "Southern Hospitality" in Manhattan (Second Avenue at 79th Street).

Jason Seek was his former music teacher in 1994.

Attended E.E. Jeter Elementary School in Millington, Tennessee.

Personal Quotes

[interview in Rolling Stone magazine about Britney Spears] I may not ever get over her. I really do still love that girl.

England is the first country that I've had a #1 album in, so it is now officially my home away from home.

[on the Super Bowl "wardrobe malfunction" incident] I am sorry if anyone was offended by the wardrobe malfunction during the halftime performance.

I kiss people with my soul. I don't kiss them with my mouth.

[in 2002, about fame] All you can do as an artist is do what you think is an extension of you. You put down on paper . . . who you are. That's what being an artist is all about. And when it gets done, you don't look back at it and say, "Oh, I could have done that better".

[about girls] A lot of girls have cheated on me in the past, so it's hard for me to trust. But once I fall, I fall hard.

[about music] I think music will always be a big part of my life. I can't go five minutes without singing, sometimes unconsciously. And people stare at me, and I'm wondering why they're staring, and then I'm realizing that I'm belting out a tune.

[about the music industry] I can give you my personal opinion: Love the music, hate the business. It's a screwball business and there are a lot of players who will straight-up lie to you.

[about love] True love, to me, is when she's the first thought that goes through your head when you wake up and the last thought that goes through your head before you go to sleep.

I'm a perfectionist. I can't help it, I get really upset with myself if I fail in the least.

[on who he would date] Pretty is cool, but it's not really about looks for me. It's more about personality. I like a girl with a good sense of humor, who's humble and sensitive.

I don't feel guilty about success. You can't feel guilty about aspiring to be good at something.

Everyone wants to know about my spirituality, and it's like, Tthat's mine!"

When I'm not on stage, I'm kind of shy. If you see me and I don't say much, don't think I'm not taking in what you have to say. I'm just not a big talker.

[about *NSYNC] I don't regret anything that I've done with this group. I think that when people find something that they love to do they make sacrifices to do it.

Where Are They Now

(May 2003) On tour with Christina Aguilera for their 2003 "Justified-Stripped Tour".

(December 2003) Currently touring in the UK with "Justified".

(March 2004) In Canada busy at work filming his movie with Kevin Spacey, Morgan Freeman, Piper Perabo and Rap star/actor LL Cool J.

(February 2007) On tour with Tim Mosley (aka Timbaland) for his FutureSex/LoveShow 2007 Tour.

(April 2008) Collaborated with 'Townsend Bell' to redesign the paint scheme for his IndyCar. Timberlake eventually selected a flat camouflage green for the car which was a big hit at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in preparation for the Indianapolis 500.