Justin Timberlake Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Justin Timberlake’s Net Worth?

Justin Timberlake, an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer, has a net worth estimated at $250 million. His career began as a child star on “The Mickey Mouse Club,” and he gained international fame later as a member of the boy band NSYNC in the late 1990s. Following the group’s breakup in 2002, Timberlake pursued a successful solo career with his debut album “Justified,” which highlighted his R&B and pop influences. Subsequent albums like “FutureSex/LoveSounds” and “The 20/20 Experience” further established his reputation as a pop icon, earning him numerous accolades, including ten Grammy Awards.

Timberlake has also made a mark in acting, featuring in films such as “The Social Network,” “In Time,” and “Inside Llewyn Davis.”

Expanding his horizons into business, he co-founded 901 Tequila, established the William Rast clothing line, and owns various restaurants. In 2012, he invested in the revitalized Myspace.com. A typical recent year sees Justin earning over $50 million from his diverse ventures.

Catalog Sale

In May 2022, Justin Timberlake struck a deal to sell his music catalog to Hipgnosis Song Management for an estimated $100 million. This agreement provided Hipgnosis the rights to control and profit from approximately 200 songs he authored or co-authored, spanning from his N’SYNC days through his solo career.

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.

Introduced to music early by his grandfather, Timberlake sang country and gospel music in his childhood. He made an appearance on the television show “Star Search” at 11, performing under the name “Justin Randall.” In 1993 and 1994, he was a regular cast member on “The All-New Mickey Mouse Club,” alongside Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, JC Chasez, and Ryan Gosling. In 1995, Timberlake invited Chasez to join him in a male singing group arranged by manager Lou Pearlman, which ultimately evolved into the boyband NSYNC.

N’SYNC

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

Managed by Lou Pearlman, who had previously worked with the Backstreet Boys, NSYNC initially gained traction in Europe before breaking into the American market. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1998, included hit singles such as “I Want You Back” and “Tearin’ Up My Heart,” which played a significant role in establishing their presence in the pop music scene.

The band’s second album, “No Strings Attached,” released in 2000, launched them into superstardom, breaking records by selling over 2.4 million copies in its first week of release in the United States. Hit singles like “Bye Bye Bye” and “It’s

“Gonna Be Me” topped the charts and reinforced NSYNC’s status as one of the era’s most beloved acts.

Continuing their success, the band’s third and final studio album, “Celebrity,” came out in 2001 with hits like “Pop” and “Gone.” They also took part in highly successful world tours that highlighted their energetic performances and complex dance moves.

In 2002, the group declared a “temporary hiatus,” which ultimately led to a permanent disbandment as the members ventured into individual projects. Timberlake and JC Chasez began solo careers in music, while the other members sought various opportunities in entertainment.

Despite having a relatively brief time together, NSYNC’s influence on pop culture and the music industry remains substantial. With over 70 million records sold globally, multiple awards, and a loyal fan base, NSYNC is still regarded as one of the most significant and impactful boy bands in musical history.

Solo Success

When NSYNC announced their hiatus in 2002, Timberlake collaborated with Pharrell Williams for music, although his desire to pursue a solo career had already begun in 2001. In 2001, Timberlake wrote a single called “Gone” for Michael Jackson, but after Jackson declined it, NSYNC recorded the track. Following its release, Jackson reached out to Timberlake, wanting to turn it into a duet between them, separate from the rest of the band. Timberlake describes their conversation as “the first time [he] ever really felt the confidence to [go solo].”

In August 2002, he debuted his solo single “Like I Love You,” and later that November, his first solo album “Justified” was released. By summer 2003, Timberlake was co-headlining the Justified/Stripped Tour alongside former “Mickey Mouse Club” co-star Christina Aguilera.

Following a notable incident during the 2004 Super Bowl XXXVII halftime show with Janet Jackson, where a wardrobe malfunction led to Timberlake inadvertently exposing one of Jackson’s breasts, he opted to pause his music career to explore acting opportunities. He appeared in films such as “Edison Force” (2006), “Alpha Dog” (2006), and “Southland Tales” (2006). Additionally, in 2005, he launched his own record label, JayTee Records.

On September 12, 2006, Timberlake released his

His second studio album, “FutureSex/LoveSounds,” marked its debut at number one on the Billboard 200 album chart. Continuing to explore various musical ventures, he collaborated on the 2008 single “4 Minutes” with Madonna and worked with several other artists, including T.I., Ciara, and Rihanna. In March 2013, he released his third studio album, “The 20/20 Experience,” which ultimately became the best-selling album of that year in the United States, followed by the release of his fourth album, “The 20/20 Experience – 2 of 2,” in September 2013.

Timberlake unveiled his fifth studio album, “Man of the Woods,” in February 2018, just days before leading the Super Bowl LII halftime show in Minneapolis. He embarked on a tour titled the same, running from March 2018 to April 2019, which became the sixth-highest-grossing tour of 2018.

Among Timberlake’s notable film roles are his appearances in the critically acclaimed “The Social Network” (2010), “Bed 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). Timberlake has also made appearances on television, including “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon” and several on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL). The song he penned for the 2006 SNL skit “Dick in a Box” famously became a viral sensation and earned him an Emmy Award.

Personal Life

Timberlake has been involved in several high-profile relationships, most notably with singer Britney Spears from 1999 to 2002, and with his wife, Jessica Biel. Dating commenced for Timberlake and Biel in January 2007, leading to their marriage on October 19, 2012, in Fasano, Italy. The couple welcomed their first son, Silas Timberlake, on April 11, 2015, and added their second son to the family in July 2020.

Other Ventures

Apart from acting, singing, and music production, Timberlake also works as a film and television producer. He was the composer and music supervisor for the film “The Book of Love” in 2017 and serves as the executive producer for the Fox game show “Spin the Wheel.”

Due to his fame, Timberlake has secured many lucrative endorsement deals, such as a 2003 agreement with McDonald’s, during which he recorded the song “I’m Lovin’ It” for the fast-food chain’s campaign, earning $6 million from the collaboration. Other endorsements include Sony products (2009), Givenchy’s men’s fragrance “Play” (2009), and Walmart (2012).

Timberlake’s business endeavors extend to clothing lines, including the William Rast collections launched in 2005 and 2007, as well as Levi’s collaborative collection, “Fresh Leaves,” introduced in 2018. In 2014, he teamed up with Sauza Liquors to launch “Sauza 901” and, in 2016, invested in Bai Brands. Timberlake and Biel also hold minority ownership in the Memphis Grizzlies.

In 2022, he made an investment in Greenville 3’s, a par-3 golf course located in Greenville, South Carolina. It was announced in May 2023 that Timberlake, alongside Tiger Woods, is working on a 600-acre luxury development called The Wellington in Florida.

Real Estate

Jessica and Justin purchased a 2,600-square-foot penthouse in NYC’s Soho neighborhood for $6.6 million in 2010. Although they listed the property in 2018 for $8 million, they ultimately sold it for slightly less than their original purchase price in January 2019.

In 2017, just prior to acquiring and listing their Soho residence, they invested $20.2 million in a 5,400-square-foot duplex penthouse in Tribecca that includes a spacious rooftop terrace. This property was initially on the market for $27.5 million and entails $15,000 in monthly condo fees, maintenance, and taxes. Notable owners of units in the building include Harry Styles, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton, the latter of whom bought the penthouse for $44 million. In January 2022, Justin and Jessica sold their unit for $29 million.

Outside of New York, they possess a Hollywood Hills mansion that Justin acquired for $8.3 million in 2002, previously owned by actress Helen Hunt. Helen purchased the original three-acre parcel for $7 million in 1996, demolished the former home, and constructed a 12,000-square-foot mansion. During construction, Helen and her then-husband Hank Azaria separated, and she listed the completed home without ever residing there. Following this, Justin bought an adjacent undeveloped 7-acre lot, expanding the estate to over 10 acres. In October 2021, Justin and Jessica put this property on the market for $35 million.

They had earlier owned a 130-acre undeveloped estate near Nashville, which they bought for $4 million in 2015 and sold for $8 million in June 2024.

Yellowstone Club

Jessica and Justin are well-known members and property owners within the highly exclusive Yellowstone Club in Montana. They acquired 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 regarded as some of the best globally. The resort also boasts a world-class 18-hole golf course, a five-star restaurant, and numerous other amenities. Fellow owners include Bill Gates and Jack Kemp. Justin and Jessica reportedly plan to raise their children in this environment, away from the Hollywood spotlight. Membership at the Yellowstone Club requires a $300,000 initiation fee and $30,000 in annual dues.