JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE

By: Marisa Sabatino

Justin Timberlake’s Biography• Justin Timberlake was born on January 31st, 1981 in Memphis Tennessee.• It was obvious that from a young age that Justin was a natural performer. By the age of 10 he was singing

and dancing to the likes of Michael Jackson (The King of Pop).• Justin’s first debut was in the Mickey Mouse Club where he performed with artists like Britney Spears,

Christina Aguilera, and JC Chasez.• After his time in the Mickey Mouse Club, music producer formed the band *NSYNC. The members of

*NSYNC were Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, and Chris Kirkpatrick. • Justin’s mother came up with the band’s name by using the last letter of each boy’s name to form the

word *NSYNC. *NSYNC released their first single in 1996.• The demands of fame took a toll on *NSYNC and they decided to take a break. Justin wanted to keep

performing and in 2002 decided to launch his solo career. In late 2002-2003 Justin released his first solo album titled Justified, which featured song like Cry Me A River and Like I Love You.

• In 2006, Justin released his second album titled Futuresex/Love Sounds, which featured songs like Sexy Back, My Love (which was Number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100), and What Goes Around Comes Around.

• Justin has also made his debut in the movies where he has stared in movies like The Social Network and Friends With Benefits.

• In 2012, Justin married Jessica Biel.• Justin also is a supporter of many charities such as Shriners Hospitals for Children.• Currently, Justin is on tour promoting his third album The 20/20 Experience.

Awards

• Justin Timberlake has won many awards recognizing her musical talent.

• These include American Music Award, Emmy Award, People’s Choice Award, Radio Music Award, Grammy Award and MTV Video Music Award.

• Justin also won the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.

Albums

• Justin Timberlake’s album collection includes:– 4 Studio albums– 2 Compilation albums– 2 EPs– 36 Singles– 15 Other charted songs

Social Media Sites

Social Media Sites

Justin Timberlake’s Online Presence can be found on:• Websites, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, and

Instagram.• Justin’s music can be streamed through Jango,

SoundCloud, 8tracks, Groove Shark, and Songza.

• Justin’s music can be purchased through his website, iTunes, or Amazon.

Website

• The official Justin Timberlake website is found at: www.justintimberlake.com

• The website features: news, music, tour, film &TV, brands, media, and store where fans can purchase Justin Timberlake merchandise.

• The “sign up for the newsletter” and “follow” links allows fans to receive up to date information on what Justin is up to. Fans are also linked to his social media sites where they can post comments and see current photos.

Sharable Content

• Justin Timberlake uses his official website as a tool to promote himself, his music, his television and movie appearances, and his tour.

• The tour page and link lists all dates of performances and allows individuals to purchase tickets.

• The online music link and video link allows fans to listen and view all the music videos Justin has created.

• Facebook and Twitter allow Justin Timberlake fans to comment on things that have been posted and interact with other fans.

Twitter and Facebook

Twitter:https://twitter.com/jtimberlake• Joined on: 1/11/2007• Has 30.8 million

followers.• Posted 2,169 tweets.• Fans can also view

photos and videos.

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/justintimberlake• Joined on: 1/10/2007• 32,437,716 likes and

counting.• Updates almost posted

daily. Fans are able to connect to videos, photos, etc.

You Tube• Roughly 1,980,000 results are

related to Justin Timberlake.• Example: Justin Timberlake’s

“Mirrors” music video was viewed 162,363,760 times.

• You Tube allows Justin Timberlake fans to share and watch original music videos. It is also a way for new fans to discover Justin’s music.

• You Tube provides a safe environment for fans to connect with others.

Fan site

World of Justin: • World of Justin is an unofficial site created

exclusively and maintain by an audience that is passionate about Justin Timberlake’s music.

• http://worldofjustin.com• “World of Justin” fans can link to the sites

Facebook page and view up to date pictures of where Justin is while on tour.

Engaging Fans-Justin Timberlake Fan Club

• Fans must create an account in order to join the Justin Timberlake: Tennessee Kids fan club. The membership to this fan club is free and accessible through the official Justin Timberlake website.

• Offers include: offers on tickets, promo codes for tickets, Justin Timberlake and the Tennessee Kids merchandise.

• Fans can interact with other Justin Timberlake and Tennessee Kids fans. Fans can also post stories, photos, videos, and audio of their experiences from attending the Justin Timberlake concerts.

Where to Find Justin Timberlake Today

• Justin Timberlake is currently on tour promoting his new “The 20/20 Experience Album”. Justin’s back up band is The Tennessee Kids.

• The Tennessee Kids consists of 21 members who both sing and play instruments.

Consistency• Justin Timberlake’s social media

presence is updated with current information, new tweets on Twitter, and new status updates on Facebook. Justin Timberlake fans can access relevant up to date information.

• You Tube videos are uploaded and the Justin Timberlake website is updated with new information, tour dates, and ticket sale availability.

• New Justin Timberlake albums and songs have been recorded and released consistently over the past two decades.

• The 20/20 Experience Part 1 was released on March 15, 2013 and Part 2 was released on September 27th, 2013.

Justin Timberlake’s Charities

• Justin Timberlake supports 22 different charities and foundations.

• For example: The Justin Timberlake Foundation promotes music education as an essential aspect to children’s development.

References

• http://justintimberlake.com• http

://www.thebiographychannel.co.uk/biographies/justin-timberlake.html

• http://thetennesseekids.justintimberlake.com• http://worldofjustin.com• https://www.looktothestars.org/celebrity/justin-

timberlake• https://twitter.com/jtimberlake• https://www.facebook.com/justintimberlake