Outside of their brief split in 2011, Timberlake and Biel's relationship was smooth sailing up until Timberlake was caught getting close with a movie costar.
According to The Sun, production for Timberlake's film "Palmer" started in October 2019, and during this time, he grew close with actor Alisha Wainwright. In November 2019, photos surfaced of the singer holding hands with Wainwright during an outing in New Orleans, which immediately stirred a frenzy in the media. A source close to Timberlake immediately shut down any speculation, explaining to E! News, "They are just working together. No validity to any other rumour other than that they are filming together."
Timberlake later addressed his actions on Instagram, writing in part, "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 . . . I apologise to my amazing wife and family for putting them through such an embarrassing situation, and I am focussed on being the best husband and father I can be."