Justin Timberlake
Name: Justin Timberlake “JT” – Justin Randall Timberlake
Profession: Singer
Date of Birth: January 31st, 1981
Hometown: Memphis, Tennessee
Marital Status: Unmarried
Justin Timberlake is probably most well known for his work with popular boy-band ‘N Sync. Although Disney’s Mickey Mouse Club is where Justin started, ‘N Sync is where Justin’s career really took off. In 2002, Timberlake decided to go solo, and released his album “Justified” which sold over 9 million copies throughout the world. Although primarily a singer/songwriter, Justin’s success has given him the chance to do other things such as act and start a fashion label.
Early Life:
Justin grew up in a Christian home. Although his parents divorced and remarried, he still remained close to this mother, who is in charge of an entertainment company called Just In Time Entertainment. Since his father was a Choir director at a Baptist church, Justin grew up with the desire to sing. His first attempts to break into music were on Star Search singing Country, but did not getting his big break until later.
Career:
The more notable beginning of his career started with ‘N Sync. The band was mega-popular and gave Timberlake the title of being one of very few teen idols at that time. ‘N Sync had one of the fastest selling albums in 2000. They released No Strings Attached which burst the boy band into instant popularity.
After a brief break from singing and touring with ‘N Sync, Timberlake decided to take the road of a solo artist, and began doing solo projects.
From 2002 to present, Justin Timberlake has put a lot of focus on his solo projects and acting career. With the release of his debut solo album Justified, and selling over 9 million copies of the album, Justin was met with a great bit of success; the album sold close to half a million copies in the first week alone. There were several songs on the album that reached the top ten singles chart such as Cry Me a River and Rock Your Body.
Due to the popularity raised from both solo albums, Justin Timberlake has also been able to do other work that has boosted his career. He has acted in movies such as Alpha Dog and the hit animated movie Shrek 3 as King Arthur.
Justin has also started his own fashion label and restaurants throughout the US. Justin Timberlake was also the first celebrity to be “Punk’d” by Ashton Kutcher.
Another funny fact is that Timberlake has what some would call another “unofficial” single called “Dick in a Box” which is a satirical music video that was originally put on Saturday Night Live. The video is one of the most popular videos on Youtube.com and is a SNL classic. Many imitated the video by dressing as “Dick in a Box” for Halloween. One such celebrity was Nick Lachey.
List of Albums:
2006 - FutureSex/LoveSounds
2002 – Justified
2000 – No Strings Attached “N’Sync”
Awards as a Solo Artists:
2007 - Album of the Year: Futuresex/Lovesounds (Nominated)
2007 - Best Pop Vocal Album: Futuresex/LoveSounds (Nominated)
2007 - Best Dance Recording: “Sexyback” (with Timbaland) (Winner)
2007 - Best Rap/Sung Collaboration: “My Love” (with T.I.) (Winner)
2004 - Album of the Year: Justified (Nominated)
2004 - Record of the Year: Where Is The Love? (with Black Eyed Peas)(Nominated)
2004 - Best Pop Vocal Album: Justified (Winner)
2004 - Best Rap/Sung Collaboration: “Where Is The Love?” (with The Black Eyed Peas) (Nominated)*
2004 - Best Male Pop Vocal Performance: “Cry Me A River” (Winner)
2003 - Best Rap/Sung Collaboration: “Like I Love You” (with The Clipse) (Nominated)
2002 - Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals: “My Kind Of Girl” (Brian McKnight & Justin Timberlake) nominated
Wardrobe Malfunction:
On the Halftime Show of Superbowl 38 in 2004, Justin and Janet Jackson were performing on stage together when during part of the performance, Justin took old of Janet’s costume (as was choreographed) but it accidentally ripped and exposed her breast. The term used for this malfunction was indeed “Wardrobe Malfunction” and the term has never been the same.
Past Relationships:
Justin Timberlake has been in several relationships: Britney Spears, Cameron Diaz, and recently Jessica Biel.
Site/Fan Site:
www.JustinTimberlake.com
Fan Mail Address:
Justin Timberlake
Wright Entertainment Group, LLC.
P.O. Box 590009
Orlando, FL 32859