Justin Randall Timberlake is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer known for *NSYNC, the solo albums Justified (2002) and FutureSex/LoveSounds (2006), and the films The Social Network (2010) and Trolls (2016). Born January 31, 1981, in Memphis, Tennessee, he is 45 years old. At 6 feet 1 inch tall, Timberlake is dubbed the “Prince of Pop” and has won 10 Grammy Awards and four Primetime Emmy Awards. He is married to actress Jessica Biel, and his net worth is approximately $250 million (Celebrity Net Worth, 2025).
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Justin Randall Timberlake |
| Born | January 31, 1981 (age 45) |
| Birthplace | Memphis, Tennessee |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) |
| Occupation | Singer, Songwriter, Actor |
| Wife | Jessica Biel (married 2012) |
| Children | 2 sons (Silas, Phineas) |
| Net Worth | Approx. $250 million (Celebrity Net Worth, 2025) |
| Nationality | American |
Who Is Justin Timberlake?
Justin Timberlake is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. Dubbed the “Prince of Pop,” he is known for his showmanship, his tenor vocal range, his versatility across the entertainment industry, and his frequent collaborations with hip-hop producers such as The Neptunes and Timbaland. He first became famous as the lead singer of the boy band *NSYNC, one of the best-selling boy bands of all time, and he went on to a solo career that has sold more than 88 million records worldwide, with another 70 million sold with *NSYNC.
Timberlake has won 10 Grammy Awards and four Primetime Emmy Awards, and he has headlined the Super Bowl halftime show twice — in 2004 and 2018. As an actor, he played Sean Parker in David Fincher’s The Social Network (2010) and voiced Branch in the Trolls films. In 2024, he pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of driving while ability impaired after a June 2024 arrest in Sag Harbor, New York, and was fined.
Early Life & Background
Justin Randall Timberlake was born on January 31, 1981, in Memphis, Tennessee, the son of Randall Timberlake, a choir director for a Baptist church, and Lynn Harless, who ran an entertainment company. He grew up in Shelby Forest, Tennessee, and in Millington, and he sang in church and at local talent shows as a boy. At 11, he appeared on the television talent show Star Search, performing as “Justin Randall,” and in 1993 he joined the cast of The All-New Mickey Mouse Club on the Disney Channel, alongside Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Ryan Gosling.
After The Mickey Mouse Club ended in 1995, Timberlake was recruited into the boy band *NSYNC by the manager Lou Pearlman. The group, formed in Orlando, Florida, also included JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, Joey Fatone, and Lance Bass. Their self-titled debut album was released in 1997, and their second album, No Strings Attached (2000), sold 2.4 million copies in its first week in the United States — a record at the time. *NSYNC became one of the best-selling boy bands of all time before going on hiatus in 2002.
Career
Timberlake launched his solo career with the album Justified (2002), produced largely by The Neptunes and Timbaland. Its singles “Cry Me a River” and “Rock Your Body” became hits, and “Cry Me a River” won the Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance. His second album, FutureSex/LoveSounds (2006), was even bigger: its lead single “SexyBack” topped the Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks, and the album won four Grammy Awards, including Best Dance Recording for “SexyBack.” Timberlake then took a break from recording to focus on acting.
As an actor, Timberlake played the Napster co-founder Sean Parker in David Fincher’s The Social Network (2010) and starred in the romantic comedy Friends with Benefits (2011), the science-fiction thriller In Time (2011), and the baseball drama Trouble with the Curve (2012). He starred in the Coen brothers’ folk music drama Inside Llewyn Davis (2013), appeared in Woody Allen’s Wonder Wheel (2017) opposite Kate Winslet, and voiced the troll Branch in the animated films Trolls (2016), Trolls World Tour (2020), and Trolls Band Together (2023).
Timberlake returned to music with the two-part album The 20/20 Experience (2013), which included the hits “Suit & Tie” and “Mirrors,” and the album Man of the Woods (2018), released just before his second Super Bowl halftime show. He released his sixth studio album, Everything I Thought It Was (2024), and toured the world on the Forget Tomorrow World Tour (2024–2025). His later film work includes the drama Palmer (2021), in which he played a former football star who takes in a young boy after leaving prison, and Reptile (2023). He also co-founded the clothing label William Rast in 2005 and the record label Tennman Records in 2007.
Facts About Justin Timberlake
- Timberlake was a Mouseketeer on The All-New Mickey Mouse Club (1993–1995) alongside Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Ryan Gosling.
- *NSYNC’s album No Strings Attached (2000) sold 2.4 million copies in its first week in the United States — a record at the time.
- He has won 10 Grammy Awards and four Primetime Emmy Awards.
- Timberlake has headlined the Super Bowl halftime show twice — in 2004 and 2018.
- He voiced Branch in the Trolls films and played Sean Parker in The Social Network (2010).
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Justin Timberlake?
Justin Timberlake was born on January 31, 1981, in Memphis, Tennessee. He is 45 years old.
How tall is Justin Timberlake?
Justin Timberlake is 6 feet 1 inch tall (185 cm).
Who is Justin Timberlake’s wife?
Justin Timberlake is married to actress Jessica Biel. They married on October 19, 2012, and have two sons.
What is Justin Timberlake’s net worth?
Justin Timberlake’s net worth is approximately $250 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth (2025).
What is Justin Timberlake’s most famous song?
Justin Timberlake’s most famous songs include ‘Cry Me a River’ (2002), ‘SexyBack’ (2006), ‘Mirrors’ (2013), and ‘Can’t Stop the Feeling!’ (2016), which was written for the film Trolls. He is also known as the lead singer of *NSYNC.