New York, NY – Justin Timberlake appeared to respond to Britney Spears’ recent apology to him in her memoir, as he made a defiant statement during a recent concert. The singer performed his 2002 breakup song “Cry Me A River” after reportedly making a remark expressing little remorse for their past relationship.
The controversy began when Britney released a tell-all autobiography in 2023, in which she opened up about her three-year relationship with Timberlake and made several explosive claims, including an allegation that he pressured her to have an abortion. This led to a public apology from Britney, who took to social media to praise Timberlake’s new music and express regret for some of the things she wrote in her book.
Timberlake’s apparent reaction at the concert and the subsequent viral video of his statement have only added fuel to the fire of this ongoing saga. While Britney’s fanbase showed their support by streaming her 13-year-old bonus track, “Selfish,” Timberlake’s first solo song release since 2018 faced a drop in popularity on U.S. iTunes.
Furthermore, sources close to Spears revealed that she has never received a personal apology from Timberlake or any private acknowledgment of the controversy surrounding their past relationship and breakup. This lack of direct communication from Timberlake has left Spears feeling that she has moved on from the situation and found closure by sharing her story in her memoir.
It is evident that this public exchange of statements and reactions between the two music icons has reignited interest and debate surrounding their past relationship, shining a spotlight on the complex dynamics of celebrity relationships and the lasting impact of public scrutiny on private lives. The fallout from their personal story continues to captivate and divide public opinion, as both artists navigate the aftermath of their highly publicized romance.