Justin Timberlake Apologizes To Jessica Biel For Holding Alisha Wainwright's Hand

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He made it clear he's not having an affair with his co-star.

He's been an entertainer since he was young and has had his name entangled in his fair share of gossip, but these recent reports have caused Justin Timberlake to step forward. The actor-singer has often spoken lovingly about his adoration for his wife of seven years, Jessica Biel, and fans have enjoyed seeing their relationship develop. Yet, after a video went viral weeks ago showing Justin with his Palmer co-star Alisha Wainwright, people began to speculate that Timberlake was carrying on some sort of affair. According to the former N'Sync frontman, that's not true at all.

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In the video, a very inebriated Timberlake is seen sitting on a balcony in New Orleans. He's surrounded by friends who are enjoying themselves, but it's clear that the singer is feeling the sauce more than everyone else in his group. For a moment, Timberlake and Wainwright hold hands, and while the remainder of the clip shows that Timberlake is drunk and can barely stand, the hand-holding made headlines.

In a post on Instagram, Timberlake publicly addressed the rumors and laid them to rest. "I stay away from gossip as much as I can, but for my family I feel it is important to address recent rumors that are hurting the people I love," he wrote. "A few weeks ago I displayed a strong lapse in judgement - but let me be clear - nothing happened between me and my costar. I drank way too much that night and I regret my behavior. I should have known better. This is not the example I want to set for my son."

"I apologize to my amazing wife and family for putting them through such an embarrassing situation, and I am focused on being the best husband and father I can be. This was not that," Timberlake continued. "I am incredibly proud to be working on Palmer. Looking forward to continuing to make this movie and excited for people to see it."


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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