Justin Timberlake releases apology statement to family after photos with co-star
He was photographed with Alisha Wainwright
Justin Timberlake has released a public apology to his family and specifically his wife, Jessica Biel, after he was photographed looking very close to his co-star, Alisha Wainwright. The pair, who are working on new film Palmer together, were spotted holding hands with Alisha touching Justin's knee before stroking his leg.
The former *NSYNC singer, who married Jessica in 2012, has denied that anything happened between himself and his co-star, but has apologised for a 'strong lapse in judgement'.
Justin shared a statement to his Instagram profile, writing, 'I stay away from gossip as much as I can, but for my family I feel it is important to address recent rumours that are hurting the people I love.
'A few weeks ago, I displayed a strong lapse in judgement - but let me be clear - nothing happened between me and my costar. I drank way too much that night and I regret my behaviour. I should have known better. This is not the example I want to set for my son.
'I apologise to my amazing wife and family for putting them through such an embarrassing situation, and I am focused on being the best husband and father I can be. This was not that. I am incredibly proud to be working on Palmer. Looking forward to continuing to make this movie and excited for people to see it.'
Justin and Alisha are working together on upcoming film Palmer, about a former college footballer who falls on hard times and tries to get his life back on track.
Scroll through to see Justin Timberlake's career timeline...
Jingle Bell Ball, 1998
American Music Awards, 2001
Jingle Bell Ball, 2000
Madame Tussaud, 2002
NSYNC at the Billboard Music Awards, 2002
NBA All-Stars game 2003
Justin with ex Cameron Diaz, 2004
FutureSex/LoveShow Tour, 2007
Yogi Bear premiere, 2010
Bad Teacher premiere, 2011
Friends with Benefits premiere, 2011
Time 100 gala, 2014
CMA Awards, 2015
Vanity Fair Oscar party, 2017
Justin with son, Silas, 2018
Man of the Woods Tour, 2018
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