Justin Timberlake has ‘debilitating’ Lyme disease. No, it didn’t ruin his world tour

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When Justin Timberlake concluded his Forget Tomorrow world tour, he openly discussed his health with his audience.

44-year-old pop sensation known for hits like “Mirrors” and “SexyBack,” openly shared on Instagram about his struggle with a challenging bout of Lyme disease during his recent live performances. He faced criticism for subdued performances in the past few weeks, but in a lengthy post caption, he expressed that disclosing his health challenges was to bring some light to what he’s been dealing with privately.

The award-winning performer elaborated on the psychological and physiological impact of the illness. Despite being taken aback by the diagnosis, he mentioned that it brought a sense of understanding.

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In his latest solo album released after 2018, the ex-boy band member appears to be unfazed by the criticism that has accumulated against him recently.

He went on to say, “At least I had some idea why I’d be on stage, dealing with intense discomfort, exhaustion, or even feeling unwell. It was a challenging choice I had to make. Should I halt the tour, or push through and find a solution?

The Mayo Clinic explains that Lyme disease is a health condition brought on by borrelia bacteria, which infects humans through tick bites. Characteristic symptoms of Lyme disease may include joint stiffness, muscle discomfort, fever, and headaches. Antibiotics are typically administered for treatment.

Justin Timberlake chose to carry on with his tour despite the temporary strain his body was experiencing, expressing later that he was happy he persisted, saying, “I’m so grateful I didn’t stop.

Continuing with the tour that started back in April 2024 in Vancouver and concluded recently in Turkey, Timberlake demonstrated his “resilience” as he put it. Furthermore, the singer expressed his intention to share more openly about his personal challenges with his audience.

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Billy Joel addressed concerns about his wellbeing during an appearance on Bill Maher’s podcast on Monday. Regarding past speculations, he humorously commented, ‘I assumed it was due to my drinking habit.’ He added, ‘I was quite the regular drinker, like a fish.’

During his tour, Timberlake encountered several personal and professional hurdles. In October 2024, he decided to delay some shows due to bronchitis and laryngitis. Additionally, that same month, he unexpectedly canceled a concert in Newark, NJ, because of an injury.

Significantly, Justin Timberlake continued with his scheduled performances throughout the year following his DWI arrest in the Hamptons in June 2024. In October, he admitted guilt for a reduced charge of driving under the influence, losing his driving rights temporarily, and being sentenced to 25 hours of community service at a charity of his preference in September. Additionally, he was instructed to create a public announcement highlighting the risks associated with impaired driving.

Following his health update, Timberlake reflected on his touring memories in a separate comment section, where he posted next. He expressed gratitude towards his fans for their “vitality and affection”, as well as the crew and musicians who traveled with him. Despite live performances being incredibly meaningful to the “Suit & Tie” artist, he mentioned that the future of his stage career is still uncertain.

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On a casual Friday, outside the courtroom, Justin Timberlake maintained a modest and concentrated demeanor following his admission of guilt to a less severe charge in connection with his Sag Harbor DWI incident.

He expressed that he’s unsure about his future performances, but he will forever hold dear this stint and all the ones preceding it. In other words, this experience has been nothing short of legendary for him.

In conclusion, he expressed affection for his actress spouse, Jessica Biel, and their two kids, sharing a series of backstage images as the caption.

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2025-08-01 16:41