Justin Timberlake Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Justin Timberlake’s Net Worth?

With a net worth of $250 million, Justin Timberlake has made his mark as an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. He began his career as a child star on “The Mickey Mouse Club” before achieving global fame as a member of the boy band NSYNC in the late 1990s. After the group disbanded in 2002, he embarked on a successful solo career, releasing his debut album “Justified,” which highlighted his R&B and pop influences. His following albums, like “FutureSex/LoveSounds” and “The 20/20 Experience,” cemented his icon status in pop music and garnered him numerous accolades, including ten Grammy Awards.

In addition to his music career, Timberlake has transitioned into acting, featuring in films such as “The Social Network,” “In Time,” and “Inside Llewyn Davis.”

Timberlake has also expanded his ventures into business with initiatives like 901 Tequila, the William Rast clothing line, and several co-owned restaurants. In 2012, he made investments in the revamped Myspace.com. Typically, Justin has been noted to earn over $50 million in a recent year from his diverse activities.

Catalog Sale

In May 2022, Timberlake finalized an agreement to sell his song catalog to Hipgnosis Song Management for an estimated $100 million. This deal granted Hipgnosis the right to manage and benefit from approximately 200 songs Timberlake wrote or co-wrote, covering his time with NSYNC and his solo work.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Born on January 31, 1981, in Memphis, Tennessee, Justin Randall Timberlake grew up in the small community of Shelby Forest. He has two half-brothers from his father’s second marriage and a half-sister who passed away shortly after birth in 1997.

Timberlake was introduced to music at a young age by his grandfather, performing country and gospel music as a child. At age 11, he appeared on the television show “Star Search,” singing under the name “Justin Randall.” In 1993 and 1994, he was a regular cast member on “The All-New Mickey Mouse Club,” alongside notable castmates such as Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, JC Chasez, and Ryan Gosling. In 1995, Timberlake enlisted Chasez to form a male singing group organized by manager Lou Pearlman, which ultimately became the boy band NSYNC.

N’SYNC

Established in 1995, N’SYNC comprised Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, Joey Fatone, and Lance Bass. The group’s name, often stylized as *NSYNC, represents the last letter of each member’s first name.

Under the management of Lou Pearlman, who had previously collaborated with the Backstreet Boys, NSYNC initially gained recognition in Europe before successfully entering the American market. Their self-titled debut album, launched in 1998, included hit singles such as “I Want You Back” and “Tearin’ Up My Heart,” which played a crucial role in establishing their presence in the pop music landscape.

The band’s second album, “No Strings Attached,” was released in 2000 and propelled them to unprecedented stardom. The album achieved a record-breaking sales figure of over 2.4 million copies in its first week in the United States. Popular singles like “Bye Bye Bye” contributed to its massive success.

Chart-topping “Gonna Be Me” firmly established NSYNC as one of the most prominent acts of its time.

Continuing their streak with the release of “Celebrity,” their third and final studio album in 2001, the group enjoyed further success through popular singles like “Pop” and “Gone.” They also launched world tours that were immensely successful, showcasing their lively performances and complex dance moves.

In 2002, the band declared a “temporary hiatus,” which ultimately led to a permanent breakup as the members sought individual paths. While Justin Timberlake and JC Chasez pursued solo music careers, the other members ventured into different areas of the entertainment industry.

Despite their brief time together, NSYNC has undeniably influenced pop culture and the music scene. With over 70 million records sold globally, an array of awards, and a loyal fan following, NSYNC is remembered as one of the most impactful and notable boy bands in music history.

Solo Success

When NSYNC went on hiatus in 2002, Timberlake began collaborating with Pharrell Williams on music, although the idea of going solo had taken root the previous year. In 2001, Timberlake penned a song named “Gone” intended for Michael Jackson, but after Jackson declined, NSYNC recorded it. Following its release, Jackson reached out to express his desire to record the song as a duet with Timberlake, rather than with the whole group. Timberlake reflects that their conversation was the first moment he felt empowered to [go solo].

Timberlake’s debut solo single “Like I Love You” dropped in August 2002, followed by his first solo album “Justified” in November of the same year. By the summer of 2003, he was co-headlining the Justified/Stripped Tour alongside fellow “Mickey Mouse Club” alumna, Christina Aguilera.

Following an incident during the halftime show of 2004’s Super Bowl XXXVII, where a wardrobe malfunction occurred while he was performing with Janet Jackson, Timberlake chose to pause his music endeavors to focus on acting. He made appearances in films like “Edison Force” (2006), “Alpha Dog” (2006), and “Southland Tales” (2006). Additionally, in 2005, he established his own record label, JayTee Records.

On September 12, 2006, Timberlake unveiled his

second studio album, “FutureSex/LoveSounds,” which made its debut at number one on the Billboard 200 album chart. He pursued various musical collaborations, including the 2008 single “4 Minutes” with Madonna, and worked with other artists such as T.I., Ciara, and Rihanna. In March 2013, he launched his third studio album, “The 20/20 Experience,” which eventually became the best-selling album in the United States for that year, followed closely by the release of his fourth album, “The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2” in September 2013.

Released in February 2018, Timberlake’s fifth studio album, “Man of the Woods,” arrived just days before he headlined the Super Bowl LII halftime show held in Minneapolis. Following this, he embarked on a tour under the same name that lasted from March 2018 to April 2019, which ranked as the sixth-highest-grossing tour of 2018.

Timberlake’s notable film appearances include critically acclaimed works such as “The Social Network” (2010), “Bad Teacher” (2011), “Friends with Benefits” (2011), and “Wonder Wheel” (2017). Additionally, he lent his voice to the character Branch in the “Trolls” franchise (2016-2023). His television presence spans shows like “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon” and multiple guest spots on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL). Notably, the song he penned for the 2006 SNL skit “Dick in a Box” became a viral sensation and earned him an Emmy Award.

Personal Life

Timberlake’s romantic history features several relationships, most prominently his time with singer Britney Spears from 1999 to 2002, as well as his current marriage to Jessica Biel. The couple started dating in January 2007 and exchanged vows on October 19, 2012, in Fasano, Italy. Their first son, Silas Timberlake, was born on April 11, 2015, and they welcomed their second son in July 2020.

Other Ventures

Besides acting, singing, and producing music, Timberlake has also stepped into film and television production. He took on the role of composer and musical supervisor for the 2017 film “The Book of Love” and served as the executive producer for the Fox game show “Spin the Wheel.”

Due to his fame and popularity, Timberlake has struck numerous lucrative endorsement deals, such as his notable 2003 agreement with McDonald’s, which saw him record the song “I’m Lovin’ It” for their promotional campaign, netting him $6 million. Additional endorsements have included Sony products (2009), Givenchy’s men’s fragrance “Play” (2009), and Walmart (2012).

Timberlake’s entrepreneurial efforts include the 2005 and 2007 William Rast clothing lines and a 2018 collaborative collection titled “Fresh Leaves” with Levi’s. He also partnered with Sauza Liquors in 2014 to debut his own brand of tequila, “Sauza 901,” and invested in Bai Brands in 2016. Additionally, he and his wife Biel hold minority ownership of the Memphis Grizzlies.

In 2022, Timberlake made an investment in Greenville 3’s, a par-3 golf course located in Greenville, South Carolina. It was revealed in May 2023 that he and Tiger Woods joined forces to develop a 600-acre luxury project in Florida known as The Wellington.

Real Estate

Jessica and Justin purchased a 2,600-square-foot penthouse in NYC’s Soho neighborhood for $6.6 million in 2010. They put the property on the market for $8 million in 2018 but ended up selling it for slightly less than their original investment in January 2019.

In 2017, just before purchasing and listing their Soho residence, Jessica and Justin acquired a 5,400-square-foot duplex penthouse in Tribeca for $20.2 million, which boasts a large rooftop terrace. Initially listed for $27.5 million, this property incurs $15,000 per month in condo fees, taxes, and maintenance. Notable units in the same building are owned by Harry Styles, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton, the latter of whom bought the penthouse for $44 million. Justin and Jessica sold their unit for $29 million in January 2022.

Beyond New York, they possess a mansion in the Hollywood Hills, which Justin acquired in 2002 for $8.3 million from actress Helen Hunt. Helen had purchased the original three-acre property in 1996 for $7 million, demolishing the old house to construct a 12,000-square-foot mansion. During the building process, she and husband Hank Azaria separated, leading Helen to list the completed home without having ever lived in it. Justin later bought an adjacent undeveloped 7-acre lot to expand the property to over 10 acres. They put this estate on the market for $35 million in October 2021.

Previously, they owned a 130-acre undeveloped estate near Nashville, acquired in 2015 for $4 million, which they sold for $8 million in June 2024.

Yellowstone Club

Among the most renowned homeowners and members of the ultra-exclusive Yellowstone Club in Montana are Justin and Jessica. They purchased their property in 2015 for an undisclosed amount. The Yellowstone Club spans 15,000 acres in Big Sky, Montana, featuring 3,000 acres of private ski slopes recognized as some of the finest globally. The resort also includes a world-class 18-hole golf course, a five-star restaurant, and much more. Other notable owners include Bill Gates and Jack Kemp. Justin and Jessica reportedly intend to raise their children here to keep them away from the Hollywood limelight. Membership costs $300,000 upfront, plus $30,000 annually.