Justin Timberlake reveals his diagnosis of Lyme disease
Justin Timberlake Concludes "Forget Tomorrow World" Tour Amid Health Struggles
Pop superstar Justin Timberlake (44) recently concluded his "Forget Tomorrow World" tour with a show in Istanbul, Turkey on July 30, 2025. The tour, which began in April 2024, grossed $73.2 million over 41 shows but faced criticism from fans who perceived his performances as low energy and disengaged.
In a recent Instagram post, Timberlake revealed that he was diagnosed with Lyme disease during the tour. He described the illness as "relentlessly debilitating," causing extreme fatigue, nerve pain, and sickness. Timberlake chose to keep his diagnosis private throughout much of the tour to avoid pity and maintain focus, but later disclosed it to raise awareness and clarify misconceptions about his stage presence.
The health issues have been affecting Timberlake's performances, with the singer experiencing severe nerve pain and fatigue. Despite this, he continued the tour out of dedication to his fans and personal resilience. Timberlake stated that performing, despite the physical and mental exhaustion, helped him build mental strength and gave him meaningful memories.
The diagnosis helps explain the lukewarm audience responses and social media backlash regarding Timberlake's perceived lack of engagement and energy during performances. Timberlake is a private person but wants to be more transparent about his struggles to avoid misunderstandings.
In his emotional Instagram post, Timberlake expressed his hope to help others and foster a sense of community by being open about his illness. He stated that living with Lyme disease can be mentally and physically "relentlessly draining," but he remains committed to his recovery and spending time with his family.
The future of Timberlake's touring activity remains uncertain, but the singer has shown remarkable resilience and dedication to his fans throughout the "Forget Tomorrow World" tour. Timberlake is known for hits such as "Cry Me A River" and has been married to actress Jessica Biel since 2012, with whom he has two children.
Timberlake made headlines in June 2024 when he was arrested for driving under the influence. He later pleaded guilty to the charge. Despite this incident, Timberlake's fans continue to support him, and the singer remains committed to his music and his fans.
[1] Billboard
[2] Rolling Stone
[3] People
[4] CNN
[1] Billboard: Despite the challenging 'Forget Tomorrow World' tour, Justin Timberlake (44) continues to captivate audiences with his resilience, proving he's not just a pop-culture icon but also a mental health advocate, opened up about his Lyme disease diagnosis, and its impact on his performances.
[2] Rolling Stone: Amid his "Forget Tomorrow World" tour troubles, Justin Timberlake's (44) health struggles have led him to become a stronger performer and a voice for mental health advocacy, revealing his Lyme disease diagnosis and its debilitating effects in his recent Instagram post.
[3] People: Justin Timberlake (44) concludes his 'Forget Tomorrow World' tour amid health struggles, recently revealed a Lyme disease diagnosis that left him relentlessly debilitated, explains his low energy performances, and hopes to foster a sense of community by sharing his experiences.
[4] CNN: Justin Timberlake (44), known for his hits like "Cry Me A River," shares his struggle with Lyme disease during the 'Forget Tomorrow World' tour, overshadowing social media backlash and fans' concerns about his stage presence. Now, he hopes to raise mental health and health-and-wellness awareness through his transparency.
