Justin Timberlake arrested for driving while intoxicated in NYC
Singer Justin Timberlake has been arrested in New York for driving while intoxicated.
The pop star was arrested and formally charged on Tuesday morning, the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office said in a statement. They declined to provide further details.
Timberlake was arrested in Sag Harbor, an affluent village in the Hamptons, a popular summer destination for celebrities on Long Island.
Timberlake, 43, was set to embark on a global tour of his sixth album, Everything I Thought It Was.
A former member of the popular boy band NSYNC, Timberlake is an actor, songwriter, and one of the best-selling music artists in the world. He has released several successful solo albums, including Justified, FutureSex/LoveSounds, and The 20/20 Experience. Timberlake has also received numerous awards throughout his career, including 10 Grammy Awards and 4 Emmy Awards.
The pop star has spoken openly in the past about seeking help for excessive drinking. In 2019, he made headlines when he was spotted holding hands with co-star Alisha Wainwright during a night out, which he later attributed to drinking too much and publicly apologised for his behaviour.
In the state of New York, penalties for charges related to driving while intoxicated include up to a year in jail, a $1,000 (£786) fine, and the suspension of a driver’s licence for at least six months.
Timberlake was scheduled to perform two shows in Chicago this weekend, followed by a show in New York’s Madison Square Garden next Tuesday. These performances were highly anticipated by fans, marking the beginning of his tour for Everything I Thought It Was.
In addition to his music career, Timberlake is known for his roles in films such as The Social Network and Friends with Benefits. He has also made notable appearances on television, including a popular stint as both host and musical guest on Saturday Night Live.
Timberlake is married to actor Jessica Biel, with whom he shares two children. The couple has been married since 2012 and is known for keeping their family life relatively private.