Justin Timberlake and wife Jessica Biel put on a united front as they play games backstage at his show after DWI arrest
JUSTIN Timberlake and his wife Jessica Biel have put on a united front at his latest show days after his DWI arrest in New York.
The pop singer shared a lighthearted video from backstage after returning to the Empire State just days after the incident.
Justin, 43, posted a video on Instagram that showed himself, his wife Jessica, 43, and his crew trying candy from Bon Bon, a Swedish candy store in New York City.
The N’Sync frontman was in the Big Apple for one of his two scheduled performances at Madison Square Garden.
He is currently on his Forget Tomorrow world tour.
Justin and Jessica appeared in good spirits in the video, tasting various sour candies.
BREAKING HIS SILENCE
The clip comes just days after the SexyBack singer broke his silence following his DWI arrest.
On June 23, he performed in Chicago – his first show after the incident.
Justin spoke out while on stage at the United Center.
“we’ve been together through ups and downs, lefts and rights, and, um, it’s been a tough week,” he told the audience, alluding to his legal troubles.
“Nothing can change this,” he continued, though it wasn’t clear what he was referring to.
“I know I’m hard to love sometimes but you keep loving me and I love you right back,” the Trolls star continued.
“Thank you so much.”
The audience cheered in response to his comments.
PLEADING HIS CASE
Justin reportedly issued apologies behind the scenes ahead of the show.
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake's Relationship Timeline
Jessica and Justin have had a rocky relationship, but have been married for over 10 years, which is a long time in Hollywood. Find out more about their relationship and how many children they have.
Justin and Jessica first started dating in 2007 after they met on a ski trip.
They only last a few years and broke up in 2011.
However, Justin and Jessica reunited in November of that year.
And one month later, they were engaged.
Justin proposed on a trip to Montana.
Less than one year later, the couple tied the knot on October 19, 2012, in southern Italy.
In 2014, Jessica became pregnant with their first child.
They had Silas Randall Timberlake on April 11, 2015.
In 2019, their relationship took a bit of a hit when Justin was seen holding hands with his Palmer co-star, Alisha Wainwright.
However, Justin and Jessica made it through and welcomed their second child in January 2021, a boy named Phineas.
In October 2021, they sold their Hollywood home and moved permanently to their Montana house.
Justin and Jessica had a vow renewal in November 2022.
They had a very intimate ceremony in Italy with a couple of friends to celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary.
In November 2023, a source told People that the couple was in a great place since moving to Montana.
Jessica and their sons supported Justin on the opening night of his Forget Tomorrow World Tour in April 2024.
While on The View in May 2024, the actress opened up about how their marriage is a “work in progress” and they “try to find the balance” when Justin is on the road
A source told The U.S. Sun exclusively that the singer apologized to his tour crew following his arrest.
He has no plans to go to rehab despite the arrest.
Justin was in New York on Tuesday and Wednesday.
It was his first return to the state following his release from jail.
The Cry Me A River singer will appear in court on July 26.
He is expected to appear virtually, a source previously told The U.S. Sun, as he is eager to continue his world tour.
He is supposed to set out on the European leg of his world tour on the same day as his court appearance.
He has a show scheduled in Poland for that day.
“Justin’s team will be working to see if they can make sure he can perform in Poland,” the source said.
“At the moment, he is due in court on the same day he is starting the European leg of his tour. He is supposed to be playing two nights there.
“He will not want to let his fans down.”
According to The U.S. Sun’s insider, who is part of Justin’s entourage, the ex Mickey Mouse Club member spoke to his team during a long conference call hours after he was arrested.
The source says members of the crew were concerned about the future, adding that the incident “wasn’t the best thing to happen” ahead of his chaotic summer schedule.
Justin is viewed as a “very solid leader” by his crew.
He impressed them by “owning” the situation.
“He made sure that this arrest didn’t create tension in the crew, he reacted like a boss, like someone who owns his s**t,” said the insider, who spoke anonymously with the outlet.
“He said sorry for bringing this kind of attention to the team.
“Everyone was happy to hear what he said.”
ARREST DETAILS
Justin was arrested shortly after midnight on June 18 after leaving a gathering at the American Hotel in Sag Harbor, New York.
The arresting officer claimed that they saw the Grammy winner swerve and drive through a stop sign.
Upon being approached by authorities, the singer declined a breathalyzer.
He failed a routine sobriety test and was taken into custody.
Justin was arraigned at Sag Harbor Village Justice Court and released without bail.
His charges include on count of driving while intoxicated.
He was also cited for running a stop sign and failing to stay in his lane.
The responding officer reportedly did not recognize Justin, a source told Page Six.
“He didn’t recognize him or his name,” the source said.
Another insider revealed to the publication that Justin was worried about his upcoming tour during the arrest.
“Justin said under his breath, ‘This is going to ruin the tour,'” the insider said.
“The cop replied, ‘What tour?’ Justin said, ‘The world tour.'”
Justin could face up to a year behind bars if he is found guilty.