The romantic history between Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake dates back to 2007, when their relationship began.
There were ups and downs in their relationship, including a brief breakup in 2011. But in the end, they got married in 2012, and their union has lasted ever since. Finding “the one,” who he believes to be Biel, has been likened by Timberlake to a life-altering baptism from which one cannot return.
As a couple, they have gone through many phases, such as dealing with rumors of infidelity and having two kids.
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel’s dreamy life
While snowboarding in Park City, Utah, with a group of friends on January 25, 2007, Justin Timberlake was spotted flirting with Jessica Biel, not long after splitting from Cameron Diaz. According to a source cited by PEOPLE, Timberlake, who was 26 at the time, was just looking to have fun. However, Biel—who was 24 at the time—seemed to think Timberlake was “so cute.”
In May 2007, Timberlake’s close friend revealed that he was deeply in love with Jessica Biel. According to the insider, Timberlake declared his desire to spend a significant amount of time with her and was utterly in love with her.
Breakup rumors circulate of Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake responded to the rumors of a possible breakup in September 2009. An insider told PEOPLE that Timberlake and Biel were still together and had no plans to split up despite rumors that their two-year relationship was about to end.
The source clarified that their work obligations were the main reason for any time they were apart. The source said that even though the couple was going through a difficult time, they were reassessing their relationship, spending more time apart from their respective friends, and thinking about the future of their union.
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel’s separation
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel decided to call it quits on their relationship on March 10, 2011, confirming the rumors to be true. They decided to part ways, but a source claims that there were “no hard feelings” involved.
Official confirmation of the split was provided by the couple’s representatives, who said that Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake had mutually decided to part ways. They stayed friends and showed each other a great deal of love and respect even after their breakup.
At the time, rumors were going around that Mila Kunis, Justin Timberlake’s co-star in “Friends With Benefits,” was the reason behind the breakup. A source went on to say, though, that the actress had “nothing to do with” their decision to break up.
The insider claimed that “no one came between them.” Rather, they came to the mutual conclusion that it was time for them to move on and that their relationship had ended naturally.
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel get back together
In an interview with Elle magazine on November 3, 2011, Jessica Biel hinted at the prospect of a reunion with Justin Timberlake. Cleverly, she said, “A girl doesn’t kiss and tell.” They were spotted together at brunch in Toronto later that August.
They continued to hang out and remained friendly even after their breakup, according to a source.
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel’s marriage
Justin Timberlake proposed to Jessica Biel during their annual trip to Montana, and they subsequently got married in a private wedding ceremony in southern Italy on October 19, 2012. Jessica Biel described her feelings leading up to the ceremony, acknowledging that she had some butterflies and found the event to be profoundly emotional.
She spoke about standing in front of their loved ones and sharing her soul with the person she deeply cared for.
Jessica Biel said as the wedding day approached that, she didn’t think marriage would change who she was. She clarified that, rather than limiting herself to preconceived conceptions, she saw marriage as an opportunity to explore new aspects of life.
The couple addressed cheating rumors
On November 23, 2019, allegations of cheating surfaced after Justin Timberlake was seen holding hands with Alisha Wainwright, who is his co-star in the upcoming movie “Palmer.” At a get-together with pals, Wainwright put her hand on Timberlake’s knee, giving the impression that they were holding hands.
A Wainwright representative, however, denied the rumors, claiming that the cast and crew were collaborating on a project and that the accusations were unfounded.
In response to the hand-holding incident, Justin Timberlake posted an apology on Instagram. He quickly apologized to Jessica Biel, his wife, admitting that he had made a big mistake a few weeks prior. Timberlake stressed that he and his co-star had never engaged in any improper behavior. He apologized for what he had done, acknowledged that he ought to have behaved differently, and blamed his actions on drinking too much alcohol.
On August 26, 2023, Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake were spotted out to dinner in New York City. They decided to eat at Torrisi, a well-known Italian eatery. Both Biel and Timberlake wore monochromatic ensembles that radiated style and sophistication.