Most admirers are familiar with Justin Timberlake from his NSYNC era, and he has since established a thriving career as a solo artist. Apart from his music journey, he has ventured into the realm of cinema, delivering hits like Friends With Benefits, In Time, Inside Llewyn Davis, and Palmer.
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Justin Timberlake in the 2021 film Palmer
Mastering both domains, the singer/actor has risen to become one of the most beloved figures among fans and the general public. However, he faced backlash from audiences following a controversial statement he made about the challenges of parenting in the past.
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Justin Timberlake’s Provocative Remarks on Parenthood Stirred Controversy
Criticism arose over Justin Timberlake’s contentious views on parenting
Justin Timberlake and his wife Jessica Biel have enjoyed a harmonious marriage since 2012. Welcoming their first son, Silas, in 2015, the couple encountered the weighty responsibility of parenthood while striving to strike a healthy equilibrium between their personal and professional lives. Nonetheless, Timberlake’s candid remarks about parenting sparked outrage among fans.
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In 2020, Timberlake candidly discussed the challenges of parenting alongside his career commitments. While acknowledging that he and Biel were effectively juggling parental duties, he candidly expressed that his child occasionally required a “commercial break” from parental care. However, he raised eyebrows by asserting that the concept of round-the-clock parenting was inhumane. He stated (via People),
“We’re doing good. We’re mostly commiserating over the fact that we … just, 24-hour parenting is just not human.”
Despite his relatable intentions, his comments triggered a wave of discontent among audiences, particularly parents who rebuked the affluent couple for lamenting the demands of parenthood. While Timberlake was evidently addressing the struggle of harmonizing his hectic work schedule with parenting, his rhetoric veered into contentious territory, inviting criticism.
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Justin Timberlake Unveils Upcoming Studio Album Everything I Thought It Was
Justin Timberlake is set to launch a new album titled Everything I Thought It Was this year
Justin Timberlake recently showcased his latest single Selfish at the Orpheum Theater (via X), stunning fans with the revelation of his forthcoming studio album Everything I Thought I Was on Instagram.
Teasing the album with a trailer featuring a narration by Benicio Del Toro, Timberlake’s upcoming release marks his sixth studio album following 2018’s Man of the Woods. Del Toro vividly describes the imagery depicted in the trailer, remarking,
“What do we have here? Ooh, That’s a nice car. Wait, it’s a model, Did that say JT? OK, that sunset is definitely not real. Oh, there’s Justin. Why won’t he turn around? What the f**k is he staring at?”
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Timberlake is slated to return as the musical guest on SNL on January 27 (as confirmed by NBC), with Dakota Johnson as the host. Having previously hosted SNL five times, this appearance will mark his seventh stint as a musical guest on the show.