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January 30, 2004 - JiggaWHAT writes "As previously reported, AJ McLean and Joey Fatone caught up over the radio and discussed the Backstreet Boys and *NSYNC. Read on for the transcript."

January 30, 2004 - OK! magazine reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake has been cheating on girlfriend Cameron Diaz with busty British model Lucy Clarkson. The pair met originally last November and reportedly kissed, but were reunited when Timberlake hosted an after-show party at London's Rex Cinema and Bar earlier this month. "I knew there were photographers wanting to catch him doing something he shouldn't be, so I just said hello and kept my distance at first," Clarkson, now 20, said. "But Justin quickly put me at my ease. We chatted for ages and later he drew me into a corner and we shared another kiss." Read more.

January 30, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was photographed leaving the Corral De La Moreria Restaraunt after having lunch in Madrid the other day. Check out pictures from LFI and Volumized.net.

January 30, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake performed at his last stop of his world tour in Madrid, Spain at Discotheque Pacha on Wednesday (January 28), and later celebrating its ending at an afterparty at Corral De La Moreria. Check out pictures from Volumized.net (page1 / page2) and WireImage (performance / afterparty).

January 30, 2004 - Lava33 writes "What the heck is wrong with you *NSYNC fans? I have noticed that *NSYNC fans have been comparing Justin and JC. Justin fans claim that JC's album keeps getting pushed back because it will not sell as well as Justin's. JC fans claim that Justin's music is unoriginal and as some of you have so eloquently put it "Justin Sucks" (Which is not true at all)." Read more.

January 30, 2004 - Groovevolt.com reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake will join Janet Jackson during this year's Super Bowl half-time performance. Read more.

January 30, 2004 - Justin-Timberlake.org has pictures of *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake from his Q magazine photo session. Check out the pictures here.

January 30, 2004 - Anonymous writes "JC Chasez of *NSYNC was at XL106.7 in Orlando, Florida today on the Doc & Johnny Morning Show. Read more.

January 30, 2004 - dana933flz writes "We talked to JC Chasez on the air today on 93.3 FLZ in Tampa. JC told us he and the guys in *NSYNC are NOT upset with Justin over his comments to Rolling Stone about his current solo CD being "10 times better than" his work with *NSYNC. JC said the comment was taken out of context and that everyone should be proud of their accomplishments and proud to grow as an artist." Read more.

January 30, 2004 - JiggaWHAT writes "On January 18th, Backstreet Boy AJ McLean phoned into Joey Fatone's radio show based in Orlando. Joey asked what's up with the Backstreet Boys because he just heard from Howie Dorough that the group was recording again. He told AJ that he and Howie were supposed to arm wrestle and asked who'd win. AJ said Joey would definately beat Howie. Joey and AJ hung out together on AJ's birthday at a porn convention. They talked about some of the freaks they saw there, including a pregnant stripper and a woman with humongous breasts. Joey asked again when BSB was hittin' the studio because *NSYNC wanted to beat them to the punch. AJ said January 26th. Joey's response: "Darn it." AJ said they're going in with an open mind and are just gonna write hit songs. Joey asked AJ what song he'd like to hear on the air. AJ's response: 'Smack My Bitch Up' by Prodigy, clarifying that he doesn't actually smack bitches up; he just likes the song. Then after AJ hung up, Joey and the other DJ argued about who was better, the Backstreet Boys or *NSYNC. Joey said *NSYNC. The other DJ said the Backstreet Boys because he likes their songs and prefers 'I Want It That Way' over 'Bye Bye Bye' and 'Backstreet's Back' over 'It's Gonna Be Me.' Download the 4-minute interview here."

January 26, 2004 - Star magazine reports Jason Alexander is still hoping to marry Britney Spears again, this time for real, after he and the pop star were pressured to annul their January 3rd wedding by Britney's mother Lynne. "He's still hoping that when all this crazy stuff dies down, he and Britney can still be together," a Kentwood pal revealed. "He told me, 'I want her to be my wife; I'd marry her again tomorrow if I could." Meanwhile, the weekend wedding brought a phone call from Britney's ex, *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake, at Lynne's request. "He told her, 'I'm ashamed of you," an insider revealed. "He chewed her out and told her how ignorant she was acting. Britney and Justin got into a huge argument - and Britney hung up on him. The call was a disaster."

January 26, 2004 - Sky News reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake is still undecided about an offer to reveal a little more than usual as the new body in the next Calvin Klein ad campaign. Justin says, "I need to check it out with my gran first and then we will discuss it."

January 26, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was photographed leaving the London Sports Cafe in London, England on Wednesday (January 21). Check out pictures from Volumized.net.

January 22, 2004 - amusicfanofsoul writes "According to ARC, singers Justin Timberlake of *NSYNC and Christina Aguilera are the top singles selling male and female artists of 2003. Timberlake is the top selling artist overall, while Christina comes in third behind 50 Cent in 2003. Check out the complete list here."

January 22, 2004 - 'American Idol' judge Randy Jackson was on Z100 the other day promoting his new book 'What's Up Dogg?', and gave his opinion on Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, and *NSYNC. On Aguilera: "Unbelievable voice, unbelievable... To me, she’s not sexy. To me she’s trying to be sexy, she’s not sexy at all." On Spears: "I love Britney Spears, she’s my homegirl from Louisanna. I love her, now she is sexy." And on *NSYNC: "All these boybands, as much as they're sold put together... the thing is there is only one star, and that is Justin Timberlake. So that guy will have a career, as you can see how hard it is." Read more.

January 22, 2004 - Globe magazine hears that Justin Timberlake is being paid big bucks to dish on former girlfriend Britney Spears in a book about his life story. Friends say the *NSYNC star is furious over implying on television that he's got a small penis, and he's doing to hang her out to dry to get revenge.

January 22, 2004 - eLgato writes "According to StarStruck Magazine, Aaron Carter says that his next album will be a step up from his previous works. The Jerkins Brothers and Justin Timberlake of *NSYNC are among some of the talent working with Carter. The album is due to drop in the U.S. sometime next spring. Read more."

January 22, 2004 - MTV News reports London's Transworld Publishers, a division of Random House, bought the U.K. rights to *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake's memoir and plan to have it out by September. There's no title yet, but the team behind Madonna's 'Sex' book is in charge of design, according to Booktrust, which tracks the U.K. publishing industry. Timberlake is still on the lookout for a U.S. publisher, according to his label spokesperson. Timberlake's literary agent didn't return calls for comment. Read more.

January 22, 2004 - The Mirror reports that Kylie Minogue, after receiving only one Brit Award nomination, has turned down a request to be a star presenter of next month's event. *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake also has turned down an invitation after refusing to perform with Duran Duran. "Trying to pin down six presenters is proving to be a nightmare," an industry insider complained.

January 22, 2004 - Star magazine reports that while on vacation at Whistler in British Columbiz over the holidays, Justin Timberlake and girlfriend Cameron Diaz ate at Monk's Grill at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, where the *NSYNC star paid cash and left a whopping 50% tip each time they dined there. "They looked very happy," an eyewitness revealed. "They were holding hands beneath the wooden table and stealing kisses."

January 22, 2004 - The Mirror reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake has snubbed a duet with Duran Duran at next month's Brit Awards so that he can "chill out". An insider tells explained, "He joined The Rolling Stones on stage in Toronto last year and it was felt a duet with Duran would have been amazing. But he said no because he wanted to chill, not perform." Read more.

January 22, 2004 - Several celebrities including Backstreet Boys stars Nick Carter and Kevin Richardson, *NSYNC star Lance Bass, and Nick's new girlfriend Paris Hilton are in Park City, Utah for the 2004 Sundance Film Festival. Check out pictures, mostly of Paris and Nick, here.

January 19, 2004 - The Glasgow Daily Record reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake stunned the 1,500 audience at the Glasgow Barrowland when he told them about his messy split, apparently referring to Britney Spears. He told the crowd: "Have you ever had a girlfriend go completely crazy on you? She's crazy and I mean really crazy... out of this world crazy. You guys know who I mean. I won't take any of that bullsh** anymore." Justin encouraged the crowd to chant: "Britney, Britney, Britney". He said: "You know how it is. You're together and it's cool. But then she just goes crazy." The star gestured with his hands that Britney is a bit loopy. Read more.

January 19, 2004 - The Sunday Mail reports Justin Timberlake's grandfather Bill Bomar says that while the singer's girlfriend Cameron Diaz is a ''super nice girl'', the *NSYNC star is looking for someone who reminds him of his mother Lynn. ''When the time's right I'd be real proud if he found someone like my Lynn," he said. "The pair of them are so close. Justin's mom is always his top priority he'd love to find a girl just like her.'' Bill was also beaming with pride about his grandson's success. "I love that boy so much," Bomar said. "He's caring, kind and extremely giving. My wife Sadie and I are as proud as any two grandparents could be. He knows how much I love him and I know how much I mean to him. When he was a kid he used to sing to his granny and me. He loved music and was a natural performer but a real perfectionist. He might be this big star to everyone else but to me he's just Justin, a nice, good, well-behaved young man I'm extremely proud of."

January 19, 2004 - The People reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake refused to speak to waitresses at London's Sports Cafe last week while watching the NFL playoffs with pals. When the singer wanted a drink, he whispered to one of his flunkies who then ordered the drink for him. And after watching the game last Sunday, Timberlake refused to pose for pictures with the hard-working waitresses and left after settling the $2,500 bill.

January 19, 2004 - The Toronto Star reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and his girlfriend Cameron Diaz spent $30,000 at a snowboarding shop in Whistler, British Columbia.

January 19, 2004 - With word that Ashton Kutcher is closing down 'Punk'd', fans who feel they will be unable to survive without a fresh dose of the MTV reailty show can get their fix Tuesday when the first season of the prank show comes out on DVD. The two-disc set includes previously unseen footage and extended scenes of pranks on stars including *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake, who thought his home and possessions had been seized by the Internal Revenue Service. Read more.

January 19, 2004 - Fiona Shepherd of The Scotsman reviewed Justin Timberlake's concert at SECC in Glasgow, Scotland, giving the *NSYNC star two stars. Shepherd writes, "Inevitably, Timberlake did not have to do anything other than turn up to get a reaction. For a full two minutes, he simply stood and drank in the hysteria of the crowd, projecting genuine surprise and humility. Maybe he is just not arrogant enough to radiate a dynamic presence. At this early stage in his career, he does not have the catalogue for a meaty show either." Read more.

January 19, 2004 - NSYNC star Lance Bass was on hand for the 2004 Sundance Film Festival Blender Sessions featuring Nelly and Murphy Lee on Thursday (January 15) at Harry O's in Park City, Utah. Check out pictures from FilmMagic (backstage / show) and GettyImages.

January 19, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was spotted Thursday (January 15) leaving Devonshire Gardens Hotel in Glasgow, Scotland. Check out the pictures at volumized.net.

January 17, 2004 - ContactMusic.com reports Justin Timberlake's grandmother Sadie Bomar thinks Britney Spears might have had her shocking 55-hour marriage to childhood pal Jason Alexander because the singer lacks the grounding her relationship with the *NSYNC star provided. "Justin is a very secure young man," Bomar said. "I guess Britney must miss that security as it gave her stability."

January 17, 2004 - ballersfantasy writes "According to the Houston Chronicle, the most recent after party to be announced for the Super Bowl in Houston, is Snoop Dogg's 'Pimps N Ho's Party, The Real Playaz Ball.' The party will take place in the Mercury Room, where a Benjamin Franklin or two will place you in the late-night scene where the hip-hop master is planning to host pals 50 Cent, Christina Aguilera, Charles Barkley, Halle Berry, Chingy, Eminem, Michael Jordan, *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and Pharell Williams."

January 17, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake performed live in concert at the SECC in Glasgow, Scotland on Wednesday (January 14). Check out pictures from LFI.

January 17, 2004 - Anonymous writes "*NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was spotted earlier today leaving his hotel in Glasgow for a McDonald's photoshoot, and charity football game. Check out pictures from volumized.net."

January 17, 2004 - jtluvak8 writes "*NSYNC star Justin Timberlake is back in Scotland for his Justified World tour. Last time he was in Scotland was for the MTV European Music Awards was when he claimed how "great" the place and its people are. The Courier reports a sighting of Timberlake snowboarding on January 14 at Ben Nevis, SANS girlfriend Cameron Diaz. The Courier also reports that Justin was seen with two males and another female. It is assumable that one of the males was Justin's childhood friend- turned assisstant, Trace Ayala, and the female could possibly be Trace's girlfriend, Elisha Cuthbert (of TV's '24'). The article also mentions that children fans at skiing lessons spotted Timberlake, and he happily obliged to give his autograph. Read more."

January 17, 2004 - MTV News spoke with Fefe Dobson about her current gig of opening for *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake while he's on tour in the UK. "I'm not going to lie, [it is] one of those dreams come true for a girl," she smiled. "I went to every *NSYNC concert in Toronto with my sister. It was like our whole groupie thing to do and we went to every show. She loved JC and I was like, 'Yeah, Justin!'" Read more.

January 17, 2004 - Concertshots.com has photos of Michelle Branch, JC Chasez of *NSYNC, 'American Idol' runner-up Clay Aiken, Black Eyed Peas and Fefe Dobson performing at the Q100 Frosty The Showman event December 13th at The Tabernacle in Atlanta, Georgia. Check out the pictures here.

January 17, 2004 - Star magazine reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake has told pals and his management that he intends to take time off in 2004 to "make important life decisions" prompting speculation he'll pop the question to girlfriend Cameron Diaz. A source said, "Justin and Cameron have been romancing each other on the road, and he's eager to replace the quickie romantic vacations with longer and more meaningful getaways just the two of them."

January 14, 2004 - 3AM Girls Eva Simpson and Jessica Callan of The Mirror caught the ire of *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake after asking him whether he'd do a Britney Spears and get hitched in Las Vegas to girlfriend Cameron Diaz. "Did you hear what she asked me?!" he yelled to his PR in response as he scuttled off. Check out a photo of Justin posing with the pair at Planet Hollywood on Sunday (January 11) at TheMirror and check out more pictures from his appearance at RexFeatures.

January 14, 2004 - Anonymous writes "Super Model Tyra Banks appeared on 'Good Day Live' this morning to discuss her show 'America's Next Top Model' on the UPN. She also talked about her upcoming solo album, and single coming out next month called 'Shake Ya Body' produced by Rodney Jerkins. When asked who she would want to work with, she said *NSYNC's Justin Timberlake and Roberta Flack."

January 14, 2004 - The Glasgow Daily Record reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake will play Glasgow Barrowlands on Thursday night after his sold out concert at Glasgow's SECC. Timberlake, who has three sellout concerts at the SECC from tonight until Friday, will perform to 1800 lucky fans at Barrowlands. Read more.

January 14, 2004 - Lemar and Busted were on hand for Justin Timberlake's party in celebration of the final night of his UK Earls Court concerts at the Rex Cinema & Bar on Sunday (January 11) in London. Check out the pictures here.

January 14, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera and Outkast are among the latest performers added to the 46th annual Grammy Awards, the Recording Academy announced Tuesday (January 13). The acts will join previously announced performers the White Stripes at the February 8th ceremony, to be held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles and broadcast on CBS from 8 - 11:30 p.m. (EST/PST). Read more.

January 14, 2004 - Ratethemusic.com reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was reportedly punched in the face as he entered the Rex Club in London following his Earls Court gig, so he refused to come out and meet his many female fans waiting outside the venue for fear he would again be assaulted. "All the girls were outside waiting for him and someone went to ask his people if he was coming out to sign autographs," a source said. "One of his minders came out and said that Justin wouldn't be coming out. He said someone had hit him in the face as he went inside. Apparently he got a real crack as he walked in the place and he was worried he might get attacked again." Inside the venue, Timberlake moaned, "It is just crazy over here in Britain, I fu**ing hate coming over here."

January 14, 2004 - The Darkness lead the nominations for the 2004 Brit Awards, with four mentions on the shortlist. Dido and Dizzee Rascal both have three nominations each, as do Daniel Bedingfield and Busted. *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and Christina Aguilera lead the international nominations, with mentions in the international male and female artist shortlists, as well as the international album award. Both are also in the best pop act category - open to both UK and overseas performers. The awards ceremony is at Earls Court on February 17th. Read more.

January 14, 2004 - Lance Bass of *NSYNC, Brooke Burke, and Mandy Moore were amongst the stars on hand for The 30th Annual People's Choice Awards on Sunday (January 11) at Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California. Check out pictures here.

January 14, 2004 - Reuters reports Prince Charles is to host an urban music festival which hopes to feature *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake, Ms Dynamite and 50 Cent. The Prince's Trust, which supports young people, said nearly 40,000 tickets will go on sale for the festival at London's Earls Court on May 8 and 9. Read more.

January 14, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake performed in Earls Court in London on Friday (January 9) as part of his 'Justified' Tour. Check out pictures from GlobePhotos and RexFeatures.

January 14, 2004 - The Sunday Mirror reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was partying at London's Aura nightspot where four gorgeous blondes were all over him. The singer, currently dating Cameron Diaz, didn't call it a night until 5 am.

January 14, 2004 - britwannabe writes "On Friday night, *NSYNC minus Justin Timberlake had a skybox next to us at the Rain Nightclub in the Palms hotel and once again on Saturday and Eminem and 50 Cent were at the downstairs VIP room. All of them plus Tara Reid were also at The N9NE Restaurant at the Palms on Saturday. I also saw Shaggy and Melic from the Real World, and Franky from the new Real World. I thought it was pretty cool because I was not expecting to see any celebrities the weekend after New Year's. There was a Electronics Convention (CES) and a Porn Convention and Awards this weekend in Vegas. It was a wild weekend. My friend kissed Joey Fatone. I guess he kisses good. I think he is ugly but that is pretty cool. Well just wanted to tell somebody."

January 12, 2004 - JC Chasez performs on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno on Thursday.

January 12, 2004 - Popdirt.com's new poll is asking which couple is most likely to get married by year's end, and Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz are one of the nominees. Vote here.

January 12, 2004 - News of the World reports that in a sensational heart-to-heart talk with Britney Spears' close friend John Cusack, the singer revealed that her failed relationship with *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake is behind her anguish. "Justin is still the person I love and I sometimes drink to block him out. I'm taking these pills that I'm not supposed to drink with but I can't help it," she said. "I'm really worried what is happening to me. I need help—I can drink bottles of wine so easily. The last two months I've gone through hell and I feel scared. My career is up and down and I'm really scared what will happen next. My world is falling apart, I need time out. I don't know what I'm doing." Read more, including Spears' comments that the marriage was planned, and wasn't a stunt, here.

January 12, 2004 - Top of the Pops caught up with Jamelia for a Q&A and asked the singer, who opened for Justin Timberlake during a previous tour of the UK, who she thought the *NSYNC star's ideal date would be and what would he like to do. "I think he would need somebody outgoing because he's quite shy," Jamelia said. "He needs someone to bring him out of his shell. And someone pretty because you've got to compliment Justin Timberlake. He's beautiful, so you've got to be on a par!" But would Jamelia go out with Timberlake if he asked? "I'd say 'no'," she revealed. "He's too much of a Mummy's boy. I like bad boys!" Read more.

January 12, 2004 - 'W' magazine editor Rob Haskell talked with the Fox News Channel about his interview with Hollywood's 'It' girl Cameron Diaz. They spoke extensively about her relationship with *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake. Watch the interview here.

January 12, 2004 - Justin Timberlake was photographed leaving the Landmark Hotel with actress Elisha Cuthbert on Thursday (January 8) in Central London, England. Check out pictures from GettyImages, GlobePhotos, and Volumized.net.

January 12, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake spoke with The Sunday Mail before he arrives in Scotland this week for three shows at Glasgow's SECC. "I won't be staying holed up in my hotel room, that's for sure," Timberlake warned. "I'll be out and about in the cool clubs and bars, checking thingsout. I want to see it all, so watch out." Read more.

January 10, 2004 - Joseph Kahn spoke with 'Extra' about the new Britney Spears' video for 'Toxic' which may take a swipe at the singer's ex-boyfriend, Justin Timberlake of *NSYNC. Kahn says that in the new video, Spears is out for revenge on her boyfriend. He says, "It is a bit biographical, I guess." Kahn also reveals that Spears had one racy scene that almost shut down the set. He says, "She is wearing nothing but diamonds. We had to clear the set for that particular piece." Read more.

January 10, 2004 - The Daily Star reports Britney Spears tried to persuade her ex, Justin Timberlake to get hitched in Las Vegas after a heavy night of partying, but the *NSYNC star was having none of it. "Justin laughed it off as a joke, but maybe he didn’t realize how serious Britney was at the time," a pal said. "He knew she had dreams of a big fairytale wedding but he wasn't ready for all that."

January 10, 2004 - The Glasgow Daily Record reports Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst, who claims to have had a brief fling with Britney Spears after she split from *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake, weighed in on the singer's brief marriage to childhood pal Jason Alexander. Durst said: ''I feel bad for Justin that he has to see his ex-girlfriend jumping from guy to guy.'' Read more.

January 10, 2004 - In the new issue of W magazine, Cameron Diaz speaks at length about her relationship with nine-years-younger Justin Timberlake of *NSYNC. "The truth is that if I wanted to be married with children right now, I would be married with children right now," Diaz said. "Everybody thinks that just because they might be searching for a person to spend the rest of their life with, I am. ... Why is it that with every actress in a relationship, it's like, 'Oh, well, you're with that person because you want to get married and have a baby'?" Timberlake added, "Cameron and I are at a special point in our relationship. But it is not something I want to tell the whole world about. We want to keep some part of our lives to ourselves."

January 10, 2004 - NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was photographed arriving at Heathrow International Airport in London on Wednesday (January 7). Check out pictures from Volumized.net, GettyImages, and SplashNews (use the search feature).

January 10, 2004 - Us Weekly reports that after she split up Eric Benet, actress Halle Berry tried phoning up *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake. "She kept calling Justin and leaving him messages after she broke up with Eric," a source revealed. "But he was already with Cameron, so he dind't return the calls." Timberlake has said in the past his celebrity crush is Berry, and was given a surprise during an appearance on MTV's TRL in November 2002 when she popped into the studio when he was on the program.

January 10, 2004 - Lostprophets and Dillinger Escape Plan have paid tribute to *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake by covering his songs. Dillinger covered 'Like I Love You' at their recent London show while The Prophets' cover of 'Cry Me A River' from their recent BBC session has been posted online. Download and listen to the track here.

January 10, 2004 - Krazy Dave has mixed *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake's instrumental to 'Like I Love You' vs. the vocals of Michael Jackson on 'Billie Jean'. Download and listen to 'Like I Love Billie Jean' here.

January 7, 2004 - Justin Timberlake finished up his vacation, grabbed a bite to eat, and left his hotel in Vail, Colorado on Friday (January 2) with girlfriend Cameron Diaz. Check out the pictures at Volumized.net.

January 7, 2004 - Rumors from Rita Zekas of the Toronto Star could point to Britney Spears' impromptu wedding on Saturday morning. Zekas reports that rumors were buzzing that *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake had married Cameron Diaz at Whistler, B.C. over New Year's, before Spears wedding to Jason Alexander. Read more.

January 7, 2004 - KIIS FM DJ JoJo has the entire transcript of *NSYNC star Joey Fatone and Backstreet Boys star Howie Dorough posted at his official website. Check it out at JoJoOnTheRadio.com.

January 7, 2004 - Star magazine reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake is furious after being labelled a "cheapskate" by various tabloids, and is responding by spending "insane amounts of money" just to prove he's not a penny-pincher. A source tells Victoria Gotti, "Justin is so mad that people are labeling him cheap, he's hell-bent on proving the rumors false by squandering money all over the place." Read more.

January 4, 2004 - The New York Post's Page Six handed out their annual 'Sixy' Awards. Included were Jessica Simpson, who won the 'Sixy Watt Bulb Award' for leading the trend of "stoopids" on TV this year, Hilary Duff and Lindsay Lohan for 'Sixiest Catfight', Britney Spears for 'Sixy More Reasons Not To Date Fred Durst', Ben Affleck for 'Sixy Ways to Leave Your Lover' after "desperately trying to get out of his marriage to Jennifer Lopez," and *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake, for 'Six Cents on the Dollar Award' after the singer "tried to pay for his party of eight to play all night at a San Francisco bowling alley with two tickets to his concert." Read more.

January 4, 2004 - *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and girlfriend Cameron Diaz were photographed celebrating the new year skiing in Vail, Colorado on Monday (December 29). Check out the pictures at Volumized.net (page1 / page2).

January 4, 2004 - eLgato writes "Rashod D. Ollison of the Baltimore Sun summed up the music of 2003 as "head-bopping, if mindless, pop." Of *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake's album 'Justified', Ollison says "Although it was released at the tail end of 2002, 'Justified', Justin Timberlake's solo debut, exploded in '03 with such smashes as 'Cry Me a River' and 'Rock Your Body.' Again, this is an example of where the production ultimately saves the project. Justin's vocals (not to mention the lyrics) were the weakest parts. But Justified featured some of the Neptunes' tightest, most spirited tracks. Too bad they couldn't find a better singer for 'em." Read more, including his thoughts on music from the White Stripes, Beyonce, Neptunes, Outkast, R.Kelly, and 50 Cent here."

January 4, 2004 - The Mirror reports UK rapper Dizzee Rascal issued a mixed message when asked about *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake. "I like Timberlake but it sounds like the Bee Gees, don't it," the Mercury Music Prize winner asked.

January 4, 2004 - The Evening Standard reports that during their snowboarding vacation in Vail, Colorado, *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz made no secret of the fact they are a couple madly in love. One onlooker said: "They looked really madly in love and oblivious to anyone else." Read more.

January 4, 2004 - ballersfantasy writes "According to the concert industry publication Pollstar, Christina Aguilera and *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake have made the list of Top 20 grossing concerts for 2003, with their 'Justified & Stripped' North American tour coming in at #18 with $31.8 million. Other pop acts on the list include Celine Dion coming in at #2 with $80.5 million, Cher at #5 with $68.2 million and Shania Twain at #13 with $40.8 million."

January 1, 2004 - nanda_lo writes "The Sun is featuring the 2003 Best Photos, with Justin Timberlake grabbing Kylie Mingue's rear at #1. Britney Spears and Madonna and the VMA kiss are #4 and Christina Aguilera's nun outfit at the EMAs got #6. Check the whole list and the photos here."

January 1, 2004 - The Sun has more details on Justin Timberlake's plan to write a brutally frank account of his relationship with Britney Spears when he pens his autobiography. A friend of the *NSYNC star said, "Justin has assured publishers he will be honest about everything, including Britney. He will explain why he split with Britney. He has hinted she cheated on him, but she has always denied that." Read more.

January 1, 2004 - The Daily Star reports *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and his ex-girlfriend Britney Spears are set to record a duet. Although Britney came up with the idea of the collaboration, Justin took little persuading. A source revealed, "Justin loves the thought of recording a song with Britney. Just because their romance did not work out, that doesn’t mean they don’t admire each other. A duet is a great way to show it."

January 1, 2004 - JC Chasez of *NSYNC and Ice-T were amongst the celebs hanging out at New Years Week on South Beach on Saturday (December 27) at Snow at Pearl Nightclub and Mynt in Miami Beach, Florida. Check out pictures from WireImage.

January 1, 2004 - Q100 DJ Dylan was on hand for the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on December 10th and spoke with *NSYNC star JC Chasez, the Backstreet Boys, 'American Idol' champ Kelly Clarkson, and others. Check out the pictures at Q100Atlanta.com.

January 1, 2004 - In an interview with GMTV, former Spice Girl Emma Bunton revealed kissing *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake last January and then again at the Rex Cinema and Bar in London in May. "I think the thing is I am a very, very private person. We had a bit of a kiss!" she said. Read more.

January 1, 2004 - Us Weekly has more details behind Cameron Diaz's trip to England earlier this month to join her boyfriend Justin Timberlake. On December 12th, Diaz and the *NSYNC star joined about 30 tour dancers and crew members, heading off to the Sugar Lounge, where they celebrated until 4:30 AM. "Justin took over the DJ booth," a clubgoer revealed. "Then he and Cameron did a dance routine that was like 'Grease'. Everyone cleared the floor. Every girl in the room wanted to be in Cameron's shoes." The source added, "Even as they left in the rain, Cameron was bouncing around like an excited kid." The pair are also featured in their 'Couples of the Year' cover story, with Jessica Simpson weighing in on their romance. She gushed, "The cutest couple! You can tell they bring out so much in each other. I think they'll make it."

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