It’s never been easy to describe Justin Timberlake.

That’s because he’s never been or done just one thing.

Not to mention, he has also received both Golden Globe and Oscar nominations.

Black-and-white photo of Justin TImberlake, 1997

Without a doubt, Timberlake is in a league of his own.

A look athis transformationover the years reveals that he was always destined to be at the top.

And then, at the end, everyone says, ‘Amen.'"

Justin Timberlake introducing himself

His family also encouraged him to pursue music early on.

Back then, he made his way to Arden Studios to record a demo tape.

Soon after, Timberlake learned he would have to miss school to appear on the show.

Justin Timberlake performing in hat

In the end, Timberlake performed onstage dressed as a cowboy andfinished as a runner-up to Anna Nardona.

The gang was also joined by older stars Keri Russell and Timberlake’s eventual bandmate, JC Chasez.

That said, the stars also had time to bond.

Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Ryan Gosling

And it sounds like this is also howSpears’ romance with Timberlakestarted.

“A Janet Jackson song was playing in the background as he leaned in and kissed me.”

As for Spears, she left the show in 1994.

NSYNC posing together

Years later, in 1999, she and Timberlake became an item.

Timberlake also asked his former Mouseketeer pal, JC Chasez, to join them.

On their tours, fans flocked wherever they went.

Justin Timberlake performing onstage

“I was about 15 or 16 years old.

The group would also receive eight Grammy nods.

After some time, however, Timberlake was ready to take the next step in his career once more.

Justin Timberlake holding his Grammys

It’s not a hiatus.”

Meanwhile, Joey Fatone later toldYahoo!

Entertainmentthat, like the fans, he thought Timberlake would return after his “Justified” tour.

Justin Timberlake performing with Janet Jackson

Despite this, NSYNC never officially announced their breakup.

His first solo album debuted at No.

2 on the Billboard 200 charts.

Justin Timberlake waving at “Alpha Dog” premiere

And, by 2003, the album had sold a reported 3 million copies.

More than anything, he wanted people to appreciate his distinct musicality and be more than a teen heartthrob.

Timberlake also made it clear he had a lot of confidence in his solo album.

Jessica Biel, Justin Timberlake watching game together

Yes, I do.

But I’m a cocky bastard," he said.

Soon enough, Timberlake’s solo act was, well, justified.

Justin Timberlake, Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield

He also made his solo Grammy performance debut with the Black Eyed Peas.

and “Funky Child.”

At that time, the new solo star looked unstoppable.

Justin Timberlake, Jessica Biel with son

Soon, the new solo star joined Jackson at the2004 Super Bowl half-time show.

With only Jackson remaining on stage with Timberlake, he sang “Rock Your Body.”

The Federal Communications Commission eventually launched an investigation into the incident.

NSYNC presenting onstage

Meanwhile, Timberlake issued an apology before Jackson released hers.

Years later, in 2018, Timberlake performed again at the Super Bowl LII half-time show.

This time, he decided to focus on acting.

That said, this didn’t discourage Timberlake from signing on to more movie roles.

In the movie, Timberlake plays Frankie Ballenbacher, a character whose real name is Jesse Rugge.

To prepare for the role, the singer had to read a ton.

“Literally, when we signed up for the project, we all got a stack of files.

Eventually, Timberlake’s efforts paid off, and Biel agreed to go out with him.

The two remained together for years before splitting in 2011.

Later that year, however, Biel and Timberlake got back together and became engaged that December.

Less than a year later, the couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Italy.

As Biel walked down the aisle, Timberlake serenaded her with a special song he had written for her.

The moment made Biel and the rest of the wedding party tear up.

Luckily, they worked the whole thing out during rehearsals.

He soon followed this up with “Friends with Benefits” where he stars opposite Mila Kunis.

Timberlake fought for the film to get an R-rating.

“They have to be an even match,” Timberlake toldThe Guardian.

“There’s a way to do naughty.

you’re able to do crass if you’re witty at the same time.”

A few years later, in 2020, the couple welcomed their second son, Phineas.

Once onstage, Swift couldn’t help but ask what the group would do next.