Background and Career Context
Timberlake has a history with the streamer dating back to 2021, when he starred in the Apple Original film “Palmer.” His most recent studio album, “Everything I Thought It Was,” was released in March of 2024. Following that release, he embarked on the “Forget Tomorrow” global tour, which concluded in July of 2025.
During the tour, Timberlake addressed health challenges related to his performance. In July 2025, he announced he had been diagnosed with Lyme disease.
“I’ve been battling some health issues, and was diagnosed with Lyme Disease–which I don’t say so you feel bad for me – but to shed some light on what I’ve been up against behind the scenes,” Timberlake wrote. He noted that the disease can be "relentlessly debilitating, both mentally and physically."