Just a few days after his arrest in the Hamptons, Justin Timberlake took back his Forget Tomorrow World Tour on Friday, June 21 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, and spoke fondly of his “tough week.”
The 43-year-old pop star bowed to the cheering crowd and seemed to wipe away a tear after sharing the emotionally trying week following his arrest in Sag Harbor, New York, where he was placed under arrest and accused of drunk driving in the early hours of June 18. NSYNC the singer is due back in court next month.
The arrest took place just after the singer celebrated Fathers Daywith wife Jessica Biel exalting him as “the rock” of the family on which they lean a post dedicated to him. The actress was spotted filming of scenes about two and a half hours south of the Hamptons, in New York’s Central Park, on June 17, just before Timberlake’s arrest.
ET breaks down the events leading up to his arrest and the fallout that followed.
Justin Timberlake celebrates Father’s Day
Timberlake and Biel took to social media to celebrate the holiday. The “SexyBack” singer posted two photos of his children and those of Bienne: his sons Silas, 9 years old, and Phineas, 3 years old.
In his legendTimberlake called them his “2 greatest gifts.”
“I learn more about myself every day simply because you both chose me to be your daddy,” he added, in part. “I will always be there for you through your peaks and valleys…to lift you up and show you how far you can take this life and to pick you up when you fall.”
Biel’s carousel post included photos of Timberlake joking around with the kids. In his legendshe called it “THE ROCK. The rock we climb on, against which we lean. The rock that protects us from the sun.”
Following his arrest, comments on these two posts were limited.
Justin Timberlake hangs out with friends at a boutique hotel
According to TMZTimberlake was out with friends on the night of Monday, June 17, at the American Hotel, a boutique property that also offers a 75-foot yacht for rental.
TMZ also reported, citing sources, that Timberlake’s friends — the ones he was hanging out with at the hotel — rushed to the scene and tried to convince the cops to give him a break, to no avail. It is worth noting that the police report, later obtained by ET, made no mention of this claim.
A source later told ET: “Justin was with his friends (Monday) night at the American Hotel and he was really enjoying himself. He seemed a little tipsy and drunk, but not in a belligerent way. When he left and got in his car, he started his engine several times.”
Another source tells ET: “Justin and his group arrived after 10 p.m. and were full of energy. He was with a group of about 6-7 people including men, women and a few young adults. He didn’t There was no one in the dining room, but there were still a few people drinking at the bar. It was surprising to see them arrive so late because the restaurant was almost closed by the time they arrived.
Jessica Biel is less than three hours from Central Park
Meanwhile, Biel was work and filming scenes for its new Prime Video series, The best sister. ET obtained photos of the 42-year-old actress in medieval costume on the set in Central Park. She wore a white top, blue bodice and beige skirt as she filmed scenes for the thriller alongside co-stars Corey Stoll and Elizabeth Banks.
Between takes, the 7th Sky The star was seen carrying a script and sipping a drink while wearing more casual clothing.
The best sister follows “Chloe (Biel), who travels the world with her handsome lawyer husband, Adam, and teenage son Ethan by her side while her ex-sister, Nicky (Banks), struggles to make ends meet while trying to stay clean,” according to the series description. “When Adam is brutally murdered, the prime suspect sends shockwaves through the family, revealing long-buried secrets.”
Justin Timberlake Arrest Report
A spokesperson for the Sag Harbor Police Department told ET that cops observed Timberlake on June 18 around 12:37 a.m. driving a gray 2025 BMW southbound on Madison Street. Cops say he failed to stop at a properly posted stop sign and failed to stay in his lane.
“A traffic stop was initiated by a police officer from the Sag Harbor Village Police Department and after investigation, it was determined that Mr. Timberlake was operating his vehicle while intoxicated,” the statement continued. “Mr. Timberlake was placed under arrest, processed and held overnight for his morning arraignment. Mr. Timberlake was arraigned in Sag Harbor Village Justice Court on June 18, 2024, to 9:30 a.m., where he was released on his own recognizance.”
Timberlake’s attorney, defense attorney Edward Burke Jr., confirmed to ET that the singer was charged with one count of DWI and cited for running a stop sign and failing to stay in his way. He is due back in court virtually on July 26.
According to the police report obtained by ET, cops say Timberlake was observed “traveling southbound on Madison Street, a public road in the Village of Sag Harbor.” Cops say they observed Timberlake failing to stop at a posted stop sign at Madison Street and Jermaine Avenue around 12:17 a.m.
A minute later, cops say they observed Timberlake “failing to keep the right side of the road on Madison Street with a cross street of Forrest Street, and again on Madison Street with a cross street of Susan Street.” At this point, cops say they arrested the singer and “upon contact with (Timberlake), it was established that (he) was operating said vehicle while intoxicated, to the extent that his eyes were bloodshot and glassy , a strong odor of alcoholic beverages. was emanating from his breathing, he was unable to divide his attention, he had slowed speech, he was unsteady, and he performed poorly on all standardized field sobriety tests.
At 12:37 a.m., cops note in the police report that they placed Timberlake under arrest and he was taken to police headquarters where he was processed and booked. Cops say “the alcohol influence report was read to him in its entirety at (12:52 a.m.), to which (Timberlake) responded, ‘No, I’m not doing a chemical test.’ The Alcohol Influence Report was read in its entirety a second time at (1:07 a.m.), to which (Timberlake) responded, “I refuse the Alcohol Influence Report.” was read in its entirety a third time (at 1:22), to which (Timberlake) responded, “I refuse.”
Cops also note in the police report that Timberlake made the following admission: “I drank a martini and followed my friends home.”
Justin Timberlake spotted leaving prison
Hours after his arrest, Timberlake was spotted leaving jail. The “Cry Me a River” singer looked relaxed as he left the establishment. He was wearing a long black shirt, a gray shirt, jeans and white Nikes. He also wore a black cap and sunglasses.
At one point, it looked like Timberlake was smiling as he walked towards his waiting vehicle.
Justin Timberlake’s photo published
Timberlake’s photo was released hours after his DWI arraignment on June 18 in Sag Harbor, New York. He looks gloomy in his photo.
According to the police report, police noted that “upon contact with (Timberlake), it was established that (he) was operating said vehicle while intoxicated, in that his eyes were bloodshot and glassy , a strong odor of alcoholic beverage emanated from his breathing, he was unable to divide his attention, he had slowed speech, he was unsteady, and he performed poorly on all standardized field sobriety tests.
Jessica Biel seen smiling on set a few hours later
Hours after Timberlake’s arrest, Biel was photographed smiling and laugh on the set of his Prime Video series with other cast and crew members while filming an outdoor scene in the Big Apple.
Biel, who appeared to be in good spirits, wore a long-sleeved black and beige striped dress and shorts as she stood between takes during production on the morning of June 18.
Justin Timberlake is “remorseful”
On June 19, a source told ET“Justin is remorseful, ashamed and humiliated, but he is also responsible.”
According to the source, Timberlake “doesn’t think he needs help with alcohol,” instead viewing the incident as a “major error in judgment.”
“This situation has cost him dearly, but he’s trying to see it as a way to reset,” the source added. “He does his best to set a positive example for himself, Jess, his family and the public, and will continue to try to learn and grow. He takes this seriously and recognizes the impact that This may have on his family dynamic as a husband and father, and his fans too.”
Meanwhile, Timberlake and Biel remain a unit after the incident.
“Justin and Jess are very grateful that no one was hurt and that everyone is OK and safe,” the source continued. “Jess is definitely disappointed, but she stands by Justin. She recognizes that Justin, and all of us, are all human and make mistakes.”
Timberlake Addresses Arrest During Tour
Timberlake spoke about his arrest during the night of his tour at the United Center in Chicago.
“We’ve been through ups and downs and lefts and rights and, uh, it’s been a tough week,” Timberlake said. said in a video shared on social media. “But you’re here. I’m here… I know sometimes I’m hard to love but you continue to love me and I love you back. Thank you very much.”
Amid his remarks, Timberlake bowed to the crowd after they gave him a roaring ovation. Following his remarks, Timberlake appeared to wipe away tears before inviting the crowd to sing along. He is scheduled to perform again in Chicago on Saturday evening before returning to New York on June 25 and 26 to perform at Madison Square Garden.
Timberlake’s bartender speaks up.
After his release, one of the bartenders at the American Hotel in Sag Harbor confirmed Timberlake’s arrest but downplayed their role in the drunken events.
The bartender also said People that he only served Timberlake a martini before leaving the premises. “If he drank more, it wouldn’t be here,” another employee at the store said.
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