Justin Timberlake is reportedly going the extra mile to “redeem himself” with his family after a run of negative headlines over the past couple of years.
The “Mirrors” singer was arrested in 2024 for driving while intoxicated, after which reports emerged suggesting his wife Jessica Biel gave him an “ultimatum” to get his act together.
Justin Timberlake also faced renewed scrutiny recently due to the release of his arrest footage, which he fought hard to prevent from coming to light.
Timberlake is reportedly trying to ensure things are harmonious at home after a series of negative headlines caused a strain in his relationship with his wife.
According to Star Magazine, sources say the 45-year-old pop star is “going the extra mile” to redeem himself and strengthen his marriage after his run-in with the law, coupled with a video that saw him berating his stage crew last year, left him in a bad spot with Biel and their sons, Silas and Phineas.
“[Timberlake] is determined to redeem himself,” the insider told the news outlet. “But this process is going to start at home, so he’s been leaning into fatherhood with a smile on his face.”
The “Selfish” singer is said to have “stepped up” by becoming more involved with the kids and spending time with them at their ranch in Montana, as Biel increasingly gets busy with television projects like “The Sinner” and “The Better Sister.”
Jessica Biel Issued The Pop Star ‘An Ultimatum’
Timberlake and Biel’s marriage is one of the most enduring Hollywood celebrity marriages, having tied the knot in 2012.
However, their union seems to have been rocked in recent times with reports claiming the actress “issued an ultimatum” to him to fix up, because she’s “had it” with his recent behavior.
The “SexyBack” singer traveled to Las Vegas earlier this year to host the 8 AM Invitational golf tournament, but eyewitnesses told Page Six that he appeared intoxicated towards the end of the day.
Following this, a source told the Daily Mail that if he has another such misstep, Biel will “pull the trigger,” adding that “there’s not much more she can take.”
Justin Timberlake’s Negative Headlines ‘Made Things More Challenging’ In His Marriage
The insider also said that Timberlake is “never home” despite concluding his world tour last July.
“She does everything with the kids, and she’s sick of being publicly embarrassed,” the source claimed.
However, a separate source told Page Six that while there might have been trouble in paradise, the couple were “working through it” and doing all they could to move forward.
“It’s been a tough stretch lately. There’s just been a lot of attention on him, and that’s not easy to deal with,” the insider said.
“She’s definitely been frustrated at times, and there’s been a lot going on,” they continued, noting that Timberlake and Biel have had their “ups and downs like any couple, but the recent spotlight and his schedule have made things more challenging. That said, it’s not anything close to a breaking point.”
Jessica Biel Was ‘Not Happy’ About The Release Of Her Husband’s Arrest Video
Timberlake was arrested in June 2024 for driving while under the influence in Sag Harbor, New York. He pleaded guilty to an impaired driving charge in September 2024 and was forced to apologize outside the court for his actions.
Reports emerged noting Biel was displeased with his arrest and was concerned about his behavior outside their home.
Back in March, body cam footage of the moment he was arrested was released by the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD), showing him intoxicated, and sources told People Magazine that Biel was “not happy about the renewed attention” it brought to her husband’s case.
“There’s a reason they pushed back on the footage being released,” the source said, explaining that Biel finds the incident “stressful and would prefer to move past it.”
“It obviously doesn’t portray him in the best light,” the insider added.
Jessica Biel Is Focused On ‘Moving Forward’ With Justin Timberlake
According to People, the insider went further to note that the actress is still disappointed with the situation, particularly with the video being made public, but had remained supportive of the singer.
“There have been some challenging moments lately, and she’s focused on moving forward,” the source told the news outlet. “She’s the happiest when she’s able to focus on family life, along with her work, when she chooses to take on projects.”
“She’s supportive of Justin, but she’s also not afraid to express when she’s disappointed in certain decisions. This was one of those moments,” they added.
Recently, sources also shared with US Weekly that Biel and Timberlake are getting to a good place in their union after dealing with past “trust issues” and the singer’s DWI scandal.
