The name of a person determines his fate and lifestyle. Justin means generous. Justin Timberlake is just that. Despite the rapid rise of his career, the huge fees, the love of millions of fans, he does not boast of his stardom, helps those in need, invests a lot of money in young performers and sincerely enjoys their success. The biography of Justin Timberlake is full of bright events. There are stunning successes and disappointing failures in it. But Justin's vitality, his inexhaustible energy and titanic hard work do not let him lose heart and propel him to new shining heights.
Childhood
On January 31, 1981, a charming baby was born in the Timberlake family. His name was given to Justin. His mother Lynn and dad Randal lived together for 4 years after the birth of their son. Then everyone went his own way. Mom again married the rich man Paul Harles, and dad became the husband of a respectable woman Lisa, who gave him two sons.
Justin Timberlake was born in Memphis, one of the largest cities in Tennessee, but spent his childhood in Millington, with only about 10 thousand inhabitants. He did not like school, although he studied well. He had to survive the ridicule of his classmates over his fair curls and skin tone. But Justin didn’t pay much attention to this. He loved to sing and dreamed of performing on stage, like his idol Michael Jackson, even learned the famous moonwalk of the star.
First steps to fame
Justin Timberlake, whose filmography is updated annually with new works, and songs invariably become hits, began his career with failure. In 1991, he took part in a children's music competition, in which he sang in the country style. Justin lost. A year later, he competed in a local Factory of Stars. And failure again. But this did not stop the future star. The very next year, his mother, supporting her son’s aspirations to become a singer, helped him get on the Mickey Mouse Club show. Finally, fame came to Justin. Immediately, on the show, he met his first love in the face of the cute little girl Britney Spears.
In his later adult life, Justin several times participated in children's projects. So, he voiced
King Arthur in the third episode of the cartoon about Shrek and the bear Boo Boo in the comedy “Yoga Bear”.
The birth of N'Sync
The Mickey Mouse Club has existed on American channels since 1955. Justin Timberlake has been involved in the last two seasons. When the show closed, he decided to organize his own group. The name N'Sync was invented by Justin's mother. At that time, her son was only 14 years old. Young people devoted all their efforts to work, and N'Sync quickly reached the peak of popularity, and many of her songs, such as “Tearing Up My Heart”, as well as “I Want You Back”, became world hits.
The group released three albums one after another. Disks sold out in millions. At the same time, films were released with Justin Timberlake, who was interested in trying on the role of the actor. But while he paid more attention to music. In 2000, N'Sync received three awards at once at the MTV-based Video Music Awards, where they are awarded for the best video clips. But suddenly bathed in money and fame, N'Sync ceased to exist. Timberlake decided to sing alone.
Solo career
Justin released his first album “Justified”, then the second “Future Sex / Love Sounds”, the songs from which “SexyBack”, “My Love” and others immediately became hits, and Justin himself received the titles of the sexiest man in the world and America’s most stylish man . Justin Timberlake is 182 cm tall and weighs 77 kg. He has a charming smile and expressive blue eyes. To maintain the image and just for the soul, he himself creates models of clothes and always dresses with exquisite taste.
But Timberlake does not focus on his fame. The main values in his life are work and family, his mother, stepbrothers, grandmother Sadie Bomar and grandfather William. When Justin created his fashion line, he named it William Rast. The first word is the name of his grandfather.
In addition to the release of albums and tours, Timberlake actively helps young talents and already famous singers. He founded his own recording studio, became the producer of the Duran Duran group , and began working with Madonna.
Personal life of a star
Justin Timberlake, whose filmography added fame and fame even more, was always an enviable groom. Even in childhood, he fell in love with Britney Spears at first sight. Both of them were participants in the Mickey Mouse Club show. The couple met for 4 years, even thought about marriage, but it did not work out. Justin was jealous of Britney for choreographer Robson and accused of treason. The couple broke up.
After Justin began dating many beauties, but the novels never lasted long. Only with Cameron Diaz, he was together for about 4 years. To avoid gossip, the couple announced openly about their separation.
In 2007, Justin met the charming Jessica Beale. It happened at a Golden Globes party. For five years, young people enjoyed each other's company, then cooled in their feelings. But love has triumphed. In October 2012, Jessica and Justin finally became legal spouses. Justin Timberlake's wife is a model, actress and singer. Recently, there were rumors that she was preparing to give her husband an heir, but the couple carefully refutes this information.
The beginning of an acting career
In addition to the singer and businessman, the fans love actor Justin Timberlake. The filmography of this talented person has about a dozen films. He began with episodic roles, playing in 1999 a small role in the film “The Touch of an Angel”. In 2000, two films were released at once: “Will of chance” and “They switched places,” in which Justin was invited. In 2001, Timberlake took part in the film "In Touch", and in 2005 he played in the film "Saturday Night." Timberlake liked the work of an actor no less than the career of a singer and musician. For his excellent game, he was awarded the Emmy television prize four times.
Major movie roles and new success
In 2005, the action movie "Edison Force" was released. This tape was presented at the Toronto Film Festival, where it received good reviews. The plot of the film tells about police corruption in a small town Edison. The role of the young journalist Joshua Pollack, leading a dangerous investigation, was brilliantly played by Justin Timberlake. The filmography of the actor after this work is replenished with works where Justin plays the main roles. Director Nick Cassavetes invites him to the film "Alpha Dog" for the role of Frank Bollenbaker, a drug dealer and a very bad guy. The film "Social Network", which tells about the creation of the well-known Facebook, raised 200 million dollars and for a long time was the leader in the American box office.
Unfortunately, the situation is worse with the all-in tape, where Timberlake played student Richie, drawn into the affairs of the mafia. This picture received a very restrained audience rating. The same can be said about the Twisted Ball ribbon. And the science fiction film “Time” with Justin Timberlake as a simple guy Will Salas received only 38% of positive reviews.
Interesting facts from the life of Justin
World star Justin Timberlake tries to remain the most ordinary guy. He loves spaghetti and cereals, loves his pets: Ellie the cat and Ozzy the dog, enjoys playing golf, snowboarding, and collects sneakers and sports sweaters. He hates acne, is afraid of snakes and spiders. In the courtyard of a tree house, he built a house where he plays cards with friends and where he does not let his wife go.
Despite the boyish spirit that still lives in him, Justin is serious about everything he takes. And he has a lot of projects. He has already opened two restaurants, built a golf course and holds tournaments for children, is going to become a designer of sunglasses, has opened his brand of tequila. But most importantly, Justin Timberlake is always ready to lend a helping hand to everyone who needs it.