Birthdate
January 31, 1981
Birthplace
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Nationality
United States
Professions
Singer, Songwriter, Actor, Producer
Companions
Jessica Biel
Grammy-winning recording artist and actor Justin Timberlake more or less grew up in the spotlight. Making his screen debut before he was even old enough to shave, Timberlake was a cast member of the early 1990s revamp of "The Mickey Mouse Club" (The Disney Channel, 1989-1994). From there, he gained international fame as Britney Spears' boyfriend and the front man for the phenomenally popular boy band N'Sync with hit songs like "It's Gonna Be Me" and "Girlfriend," before striking out on his own in the early 2000s. Timberlake quickly established credibility as a solo artist, eclipsing his 'NSync colleagues with the multi-platinum albums Justified (2002) and Future Sex/Love Sounds (2006). After securing his position as one of the modern music's most reliable artists, Timberlake sought to tackle Hollywood with roles in indie features like "Alpha Dog" (2006) and "Black Snake Moan" (2006), before stepping up to voice roles in "Shrek the Third" (2007) and "Shrek Forever After" (2010). He earned laughs for a stint of hosting duties on "Saturday Night Live' (NBC, 1975- ), which included a hilarious digital video song with Andy Samberg called "D--k in a Box," which went on to become one of the most viewed videos on YouTube. Meanwhile, Timberlake received critical praise for his part in the Oscar-baiting drama, "The Social Network" (2010), before turning in a charming lead performance in the romantic comedy "Friends With Benefits" (2011), all proving that he had far more depth and range than most had anticipated from the former head of a '90s boy band. A divisive return to music, the sprawling two-disc event The 20/20 Experience (2013) received mixed reviews, but the resulting tour spawned a hit concert film directed by Jonathan Demme, "Justin Timberlake + The Tennessee Kids" (2016). Timberlake's single from the animated hit "Trolls" (2016), "Can't Stop the Feeling," became that year's biggest-selling hit, but Timberlake did not release a new album until February 2018, in conjunction with headlining the Super Bowl halftime show that year. Man of the Woods was announced as Timberlake's most personal album, showcasing the music of his Tennessee roots.Born on Jan. 31, 1981, Justin Randall Timberlake grew up in the suburb of Millington, TN, just outside the city of Memphis. The grandson of a Baptist mister, Timberlake was raised in the religion and even attended the same Baptist church where his father, Randall, served as choir director. Randall Timberlake and Justin's mother, Lynn Bomar Timberlake, divorced in 1985. However, Lynn remained an active part of her son's life and career well into his adulthood. Showing a proclivity for singing early on, the 11-year-old Timberlake appeared as a contestant on "Star Search" (syndicated, 1983-1995) in 1993. Performing under the stage moniker of "Justin Randall," Timberlake crooned cute country-western tunes to an appreciative audience. While he did not go home a winner that night, Timberlake's career was officially launched. Soon after his "Star Search" appearance, Timberlake was tapped by an Orlando casting for a remake of the popular children's variety series, "The Mickey Mouse Club." The cast proved to be a talented assemblage; in addition to Timberlake, other cast members included Timberlake's future girlfriend, Spears, future tour mate Christina Aguilera and future 'NSync band member, J.C. Chasez. It was Timberlake and his short-cropped, curly blond hair - with his burgeoning dancing and singing talents frequently on display - who emerged as one of the show's brightest stars.After "The Mickey Mouse Club" ended production in 1995, Timberlake was recruited by singer Chris Kirkpatrick and music producer Lou Pearlman to be a member of a new all-male vocal group. To help fill the remaining ranks, Timberlake recommended his fellow Mouseketeer, J.C. Chasez. Along with Joey Fatone and Lance Bass, the photogenic quintet was dubbed NSync (or *NSYNC, as it was often stylized). Launching their careers in G
