Birth and Childhood:
Justin Timberlake was born on January 31, 1981 in Memphis, Tennessee. He grew up in Millington, a small military town just north of Memphis.Early Successes:
When Justin Timberlake was 11 years old, he appeared on Star Search. Though he didn't win, the appearance marked the start of his career. When he was 12, Justin joined The Mickey Mouse Club, where he performed alongside Britney Spears, J.C. Chasez, and Christina Aguilera.*NSYNC:
In 1996, Justin Timberlake sealed his fate as a pop sensation when he and four other guys got together and formed *NSYNC. However, it wasn't until 1998 that the boy band released self-titled debut album. As the group gained fame and popularity, Justin Timberlake became a household name.Solo Career:
In 2002, Justin Timberlake released his debut solo album, Justified. He recorded his second album, Future Sex/Love Sounds in 2006.
