OVERVIEW

Justin Randall Timberlake was born on January 31, 1981, in Memphis Tennessee to Lynn Harless and Randy Timberlake. From the time he was a small child, Timberlake has been performing in front of crowds and showcasing his talents to anyone who would listen. He appeared on the television show Star Search when he was just 11 years old, while he didn’t win the competition it provided him with his first taste of show business. Timberlake was a part of the hit TV series, The All New Mickey Mouse Club that also featured future stars such as Ryan Gosling, Keri Russell, J.C. Chasez, Christina Aguilera, and Britney Spears. Justin went on to become a member of *N Sync at the age of 14, releasing their self titled debut album in 1998, the first of a string of hits for the popular boy band. *N Sync later went on to produce three more albums, Home for Christmas (1998), No Strings Attached (2000), and Celebrity (2001). *N Sync received numerous awards during their time together. Winning best new artist in 1998, winning Favorite Pop and New Artist at the American Music Awards in 1999. Other awards included Viewers Choice and Best Pop Video for their hit song “Bye Bye Bye”, as well as seven Nickelodeon Teen Choice Awards and six MTV Video Music Awards throughout their career.

            Timberlake went on to focus on his solo singing career in 2002, working on his debut album Justified. Justified went on to produce five singles, and to sell ten million copies worldwide. Timberlake’s debut solo album also won two Grammy’s in 2004. Timberlake’s second solo album dropped in 2006, four years after his first solo album. FutureSex/LoveSounds was also a tremendous hit for Timberlake, selling ten million albums worldwide and four million in just the United States alone. FutureSex/LoveSounds was nominated for four Grammy Awards, winning Best Dance Recording for SexyBack and Best Rap/Sung Colalboration for My Love.

            Justin Timberlake is far more than just a singer or songwriter. In fact he has done a little of just about everything in the entertainment industry. Timberlake has been a producer for other high profile artists such as Ciara, Madonna, Rihanna, T.I., 50 Cent, and Duran Duran.  Apart from music Timberlake is often found acting in various roles on Television and even in motion pictures. His resume includes three time host of Saturday Night Live, winning an Emmy for one of his performances. On top of that Justin Timberlake has hosted Nickelodeon’s Kid’s Choice Awards, ESPN’s ESPY Awards in 2008, MTV’s Europe Music Awards, and also served as an executive producer on the MTV reality show, The Phone.  Timberlake also has been featured in quite a few roles on the big screen. Playing in Alpha Dog, Black Snake Moan, Shrek the Third and Love Guru. More recent films for Timberlake include, The Social Network, Yogi Bear, Bad Teacher and Friends with Benefits. Aside from the singing, acting, and producing, Timberlake also serves as Chairman & CEO of Tennman Records; he created William Rast, a high-end clothing line with his childhood friend Trace Ayala.  Timberlake also has endorsements with Callaway Golf, Sony Music Entertainment, and Sony Electronics, along with hosting his own charity golf event for Shriners Hospital.

            With a career spanning over every field of entertainment, Justin Timberlake has made a considerable impact in each one he has been a part of. From his award winning music with *N Sync and his solo career, to acting and producing he has been a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.