Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.Photo:Dave Hogan/Getty
Dave Hogan/Getty
Justin TimberlakeandBritney Spears’pop-star-perfect romance was one of the most defining moments of the early aughts. Theformer Mouseketeersturned music superstars (she as a solo act, he with *NSYNC) dated from 1999 to 2002 and within those three years, they gave us some of the most iconic moments in pop culture. Spears herself recalled their dramatic breakup (which came with some era-defining songs, including “Cry Me a River”), as “one of the biggest of all time.“Now, their time together is back in the spotlight thanks toSpears' memoirThe Woman in Me,in which she recounts their young love, difficult split andthe “agonizing” decision to have an abortion after becoming pregnant with his child.Fromthatdenim-on-denim look to performing together, here’s a look back at Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears' young romance.
Justin TimberlakeandBritney Spears’pop-star-perfect romance was one of the most defining moments of the early aughts. Theformer Mouseketeersturned music superstars (she as a solo act, he with *NSYNC) dated from 1999 to 2002 and within those three years, they gave us some of the most iconic moments in pop culture. Spears herself recalled their dramatic breakup (which came with some era-defining songs, including “Cry Me a River”), as “one of the biggest of all time.”
Now, their time together is back in the spotlight thanks toSpears' memoirThe Woman in Me,in which she recounts their young love, difficult split andthe “agonizing” decision to have an abortion after becoming pregnant with his child.
Fromthatdenim-on-denim look to performing together, here’s a look back at Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears' young romance.
01of 18Working for the MouseMembers of the All New Mickey Mouseclub.EverettIn 1993, Britney Spears andJustin Timberlake(along with Christina Aguilera and Ryan Gosling)joinedThe Mickey Mouse Club, though it wouldn’t be until seven years later that they’d start dating.
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Working for the Mouse
Members of the All New Mickey Mouseclub.Everett
In 1993, Britney Spears andJustin Timberlake(along with Christina Aguilera and Ryan Gosling)joinedThe Mickey Mouse Club, though it wouldn’t be until seven years later that they’d start dating.
02of 18Red Carpet CoupleJustin Timberlake interviews Britney Spears.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicJustin interviewed Britney on the red carpet at the 2000 Grammys.
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Red Carpet Couple
Justin Timberlake interviews Britney Spears.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Justin interviewed Britney on the red carpet at the 2000 Grammys.
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Cozying Up
Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake.Dave Hogan/Getty
04of 18The Double Denim Seen ‘Round the WorldBritney Spears and Justin Timberlake.Frank Trapper/Corbis/GettyAn iconic image from an iconic couple, the pair wore these matching denim get-ups to the 2001 American Music Awards.
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The Double Denim Seen ‘Round the World
Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.Frank Trapper/Corbis/Getty
An iconic image from an iconic couple, the pair wore these matching denim get-ups to the 2001 American Music Awards.
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Play Ball
Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears.Kevin Mazur/WireImage
06of 18Sparkle and ShineBritney Spears and Justin Timberlake.Steve Granitz/WireImageBritney rocked an oh-so-2001 slip dress while Justin wore an also of the time sparkly, pin-striped suit for a night out in Beverly Hills.
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Sparkle and Shine
Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.Steve Granitz/WireImage
Britney rocked an oh-so-2001 slip dress while Justin wore an also of the time sparkly, pin-striped suit for a night out in Beverly Hills.
07of 18Showing SupportBritney Spears, Justin Timberlake.Richard Corkery/NY Daily News Archive via GettyIn November 2001, Justin was on hand to support his girlfriend at the release of her latest album,Britney.
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Showing Support
Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake.Richard Corkery/NY Daily News Archive via Getty
In November 2001, Justin was on hand to support his girlfriend at the release of her latest album,Britney.
08of 18Power CoupleBritney Spears and Justin Timberlake.SGranitz/WireImageThe duo both embodied early aughts style at a 2001 event.
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Power Couple
Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.SGranitz/WireImage
The duo both embodied early aughts style at a 2001 event.
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To a T
Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.Kevin Mazur/WireImage
10of 18Super Bowl SuperstarsBritney Spears and Justin Timberlake.Scott Gries/ImageDirect/ GettyBritney , along with Justin’s band *NSYNC, joined Aerosmith, Nelly and Mary J. Blige at the 2001 Super Bowl halftime show.
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Super Bowl Superstars
Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake.Scott Gries/ImageDirect/ Getty
Britney , along with Justin’s band *NSYNC, joined Aerosmith, Nelly and Mary J. Blige at the 2001 Super Bowl halftime show.
11of 18Rocking the StageJustin Timberlake, Britney Spears.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicAnd the dynamic duo seemed totally in sync (pun intended) while rocking the stage together.
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Rocking the Stage
Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
And the dynamic duo seemed totally in sync (pun intended) while rocking the stage together.
12of 18Live from New York!Mary Ellen Matthews/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via GettyIn February 2002, just a month before their split, the pair appeared onSaturday Night Livetogether.
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Live from New York!
Mary Ellen Matthews/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty
In February 2002, just a month before their split, the pair appeared onSaturday Night Livetogether.
13of 18Premiere DateChristina Radish/Redferns/GettyJustin was there to support Britney at the premiere of her 2002 movieCrossroadsin Los Angeles.
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Premiere Date
Christina Radish/Redferns/Getty
Justin was there to support Britney at the premiere of her 2002 movieCrossroadsin Los Angeles.
14of 18New York MinuteJames Devaney/WireImageHe also accompanied her to the film’s premiere in New York City.
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New York Minute
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He also accompanied her to the film’s premiere in New York City.
15of 18Suit and TieJim Smeal/Ron Galella Collection via GettyBefore announcing their split in March 2002, the pair attended the Grammys in late February.
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Suit and Tie
Jim Smeal/Ron Galella Collection via Getty
Before announcing their split in March 2002, the pair attended the Grammys in late February.
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Young Love
Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears.Denise Trusc / Getty
17of 18Love and BasketballChris Tucker, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears and Chris Kirkpatrick.Scott Gries/NBAE/GettyJustin and Britney sat alongside Chris Tucker and Chris Kirkpatrick while catching the NBA All-Star game in 2002.
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Love and Basketball
Chris Tucker, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears and Chris Kirkpatrick.Scott Gries/NBAE/Getty
Scott Gries/NBAE/Getty
Justin and Britney sat alongside Chris Tucker and Chris Kirkpatrick while catching the NBA All-Star game in 2002.
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Britney and the Bandmates
Chris Kirkpatrick, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears and Joey Fatone.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic
source: people.com
