Justin Timberlake's Response to Britney Spears' Memoir Bombshells: Moving Forward from the Drama

In Britney Spears' memoir, The Woman In Me, she discusses her experiences as a child star, her battle with postpartum depression, and her conservatorship lasting 13 years. However, it's the details about her ex-partner of over 20 years, Justin Timberlake, that have captured significant attention.

According to Spears, the "SexyBack" singer was unfaithful to her on multiple occasions throughout their three-year relationship before ultimately ending it through a text message. She also reveals that she underwent an abortion, allegedly influenced by Timberlake.

Timberlake, aged 42, was completely unaware that he would play such a prominent role in the book, as sources claim. One source reveals that Justin had expected Britney to discuss their highs and lows in a more general manner, rather than exposing their deeply personal and intimate secrets. His disappointment stems from the fact that she chose to disclose such private information many years after their breakup.

Another source affirms that the renowned star, who is a father to two sons named Silas (8) and Phineas (3) with his wife and actress Jessica Biel, feels remorseful for the pain he caused Britney. Although he acknowledges his mistakes, he aims to prevent the book from gaining too much significance. The second source adds that Justin believes Britney has the right to share her side of the story and hopes both of them can finally move forward.

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From 1999 to 2002, Timberlake and Spears, 41, were the epitome of pop music romance. Following their breakup, Timberlake released the chart-topping song "Cry Me a River," portraying Spears as unfaithful while positioning himself as the heartbroken victim. However, Spears, who finally confirmed speculations that she had kissed choreographer Wade Robson, alleges that Timberlake had been unfaithful to her first.

A third source corroborates her account, asserting that Timberlake was quite promiscuous during the early 2000s and that Spears only knew about a small portion of the times Timberlake had been unfaithful. The source reveals, "As they gained fame, Justin began to desire a life without Britney. She was extremely faithful to him, but he did not reciprocate that loyalty as their relationship progressed. It wasn't a huge surprise that Britney cheated with Wade because she wanted to retaliate against Justin; she had turned a blind eye for many years."

When Spears discovered that she was unexpectedly pregnant, she states that Timberlake informed her that he did not want to have a child. "I agreed to not go through with the pregnancy," she recounts. "If it had been solely up to me, I would never have done it. However, Justin was adamant about not wanting to become a father." (She remembers Timberlake playing his guitar while she cried after the procedure.)

The decision, although difficult, was logical considering Timberlake and Spears' young ages: "They were both so young. Justin wasn't ready to commit."

The second source reveals that Timberlake is contemplating contacting Spears directly, with the intention of discussing their issues and offering his assistance. He publicly expressed regret in 2021 for his actions towards the "Toxic" singer, following the release of the Framing Britney Spears documentary. This documentary included footage of Timberlake discussing their intimate life after their breakup, while promoting his solo album, Justified.

In his Instagram post, he offered apologies to Janet Jackson and Britney Spears for his actions. He acknowledged his shortcomings and expressed his care and respect for both women. Additionally, he tweeted his support for the #FreeBritney movement, which greatly impacted Britney.

In order to prioritize the future, Timberlake's main intention is to distance himself from the attention surrounding Britney's book. While he will continue to offer support for Britney and her pursuits, their relationship is a thing of the past and he now leads an entirely different life.

The memoir is expected to give Spears the closure she needs, as supported by mutual friends. According to the first source, she has struggled to move on, particularly after Timberlake broke up with her through a text message while she was filming a music video. Spears describes feeling devastated and being unable to speak for months.

She reveals that Timberlake once visited her in her hometown of Kentwood, Louisiana, and left her a framed, handwritten note, which she still keeps under her bed. The source mentions that despite being apart for a long time, it is strange that Britney still frequently talks about Justin.

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Regarding Biel, she is understanding and supportive of Spears, but she is not happy about the negative focus on her husband. "Jessica empathizes with Britney," reveals the second source, emphasizing that the 41-year-old actress was already aware of Spears' abortion before it became sensational news.

According to the first source, witnessing Justin being harassed on social media and facing criticism from Britney fans is difficult for her. However, she believes that Justin has grown from his past mistakes and deserves to live without disturbance.

Currently, Justin has numerous things keeping him occupied. A fifth source reveals that he is content being at home with Jess and their children, dedicating his time to creating new music. Additionally, he is excitedly preparing for the release of Trolls 3 on November 17, alongside working on his upcoming solo album.

According to the source, Justin has no plans to skip any red carpets during the movie promotion. Despite Britney's claims, he is determined to continue with press engagements and is determined to move forward, concentrating on his work and his family. He remains optimistic about the exciting things that lie ahead.