Justin Timberlake

Early Life

Justin Randall Timberlake was born on January 31, 1981, in Memphis, a city known for its rich musical history. His parents, Lynn Harless and Randall Timberlake, divorced when he was young, but both remained active in his upbringing. From an early age, Timberlake showed a strong interest in music, performing country and gospel songs at local talent shows.

Career Beginnings

Timberlake's first taste of fame came in 1993 when he was cast in The Mickey Mouse Club, a popular children's television show. Here, he performed alongside future stars such as Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and future *NSYNC bandmate, JC Chasez.

Young performers on a stage, singing and dancing.

*NSYNC

In 1995, Timberlake and Chasez were recruited by boy band manager Chris Kirkpatrick to form *NSYNC. The group, which also included Joey Fatone, Lance Bass, and Kirkpatrick himself, quickly gained popularity with their catchy pop tunes and synchronized dance moves. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1998, sold over 10 million copies worldwide.

Solo Career

In 2002, Timberlake decided to pursue a solo career, releasing his debut solo album, "Justified". The album, which fused R&B, pop, and hip-hop elements, was a commercial success, selling over 10 million copies worldwide and earning Timberlake his first two Grammy Awards.

Acting Career

In addition to his music career, Timberlake has also made a name for himself as an actor. He made his acting debut in the 2000 TV movie "Model Behavior", and has since appeared in a number of films, including "The Social Network", "Bad Teacher", and "Trolls".

Personal Life

Timberlake married actress Jessica Biel in 2012, and the couple has two children together. He is also known for his philanthropic efforts, including his work with the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Discography

*NSYNC (1998)
No Strings Attached (2000)
Celebrity (2001)
Justified (2002)
FutureSex/LoveSounds (2006)
The 20/20 Experience (2013)
Man of the Woods (2018)

Filmography

Model Behavior (2000)
Edison (2005)
Alpha Dog (2006)
The Social Network (2010)
Bad Teacher (2011)
Trolls (2016)