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January 28, 2007 - The New York Post reports last weekend, Jessica Biel flirted with Justin Timberlake while Derek Jeter was at Atlantis in the Bahamas for the Michael Jordan Golf Tournament, where Biel seemed to be the last thing on his mind. Saturday night, Jeter was "flirting madly" with Gabrielle Union, a source revealed. When DJ Cassidy played 'Put It in Your Mouth' by Akinyle, Jeter and Union dirty-danced before leaving together. A rep for Union said, "They are friends, but they did not hook up."

January 28, 2007 - After Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz announced the end of their 3+ year relationship, A.J. Hammer of 'Showbiz Tonight' talked with clinical psychologist Dr. Judy about why stars are reluctant to commit. Watch the segment here.

January 28, 2007 - Star magazine reports Britney Spears has remained in touch with former love Justin Timberlake and when she split from Kevin Federline, the former *NSYNC star "told her she's doing the right thing," according to a source. Another tipster added, "He still has feelings for her. When some of the guys in his posse start poking fun at Britney, he defends her, saying, 'That woman has more talent in her little finger than the rest of you combined!'" Check out scans of the article at Britney.cl.

January 28, 2007 - Jeff & Jer Showgram of Star 94.1 FM in San Diego briefly had former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake on the phone on Wednesday (January 10), before the sleepy singer hung up on the morning show. Download and listen to the segment here.

January 28, 2007 - Golden Globes honcho Judy Solomon revealed to 'Extra' that they've carefully separated former *NSYNC member Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz with both stars scheduled to present at Monday's big event. "If it's true or not, we took precaution," Solomon explained. 'Extra' has also learned that exes Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez will be given a little space. Read more and watch video here.

January 28, 2007 - Justin Timberlake was on the phone with Ryan Seacrest of KIIS FM in Los Angeles on Friday (January 12) with 'Alpha Dog' director Nick Cassavetes. The former *NSYNC star discussed the role and his ongoing world tour, and asked how he was doing after announcing his breakup with Cameron Diaz. Download and listen here.

January 28, 2007 - An 'Alpha Dog' press conference with star Justin Timberlake and director Nick Cassavetes took place on January 3rd at Four Season Beverly Hills. Check out pictures from WireImage.

January 28, 2007 - 'Countdown with Keith Olbermann' revealed the identity of the women behind 'Bunny', the creator of the popular viral video in response to Justin Timberlake and Andy Samberg's 'My Dick In A Box' parody aired on 'Saturday Night Live', entitled 'My Box in a Box'. Check out Keith's interview on Friday (January 12) with Leah Kauffman, the voice behind the track, and Melissa Lamb, who lip-synched the song, at MSN.com.

January 28, 2007 - Hollyweird is buzzing over the big time split between Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz. 'Scarborough Country' host Joe Scarborough got all the latest buzz from OK! magazine's Courtney Hazlett and E! Online's Cristina Gibson. Watch the segment, aired Thursday (January 11), at MSN.com.

January 28, 2007 - People magazine has gathered more info on Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz ending their three year relationship, which the couple confirmed on Thursday. "He called me around Christmas to say they had broken up," a pal of the former *NSYNC star told the publication. "They're not talking to each other because things are a little awkward." The friend added, "They were laid-back together, so it's not going to be an ugly breakup. This is just them realizing it was time to move on." Read more.

January 28, 2007 - An insider tells In Touch magazine Scarlett Johansson couldn't help gossiping about Justin Timberlake with her pals after spending time with the former *NSYNC star following the premiere of 'Alpha Dog'. "She said he has an amazing body and is a good kisser," the insider revealed. "But Scarlett knows they have to cool things down because he doesn't want to hurt Cameron [Diaz's] feelings."

January 28, 2007 - Former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz issued a joint statement on Thursday (January 11) stating: "It has always been our preference not to comment on the status of our relationship, but, out of respect for the time we've spent together, we feel compelled to do so now, in light of recent speculation and the number of inaccurate stories that are being reported by the media. We have, in fact, ended our romantic relationship and have done so mutually and as friends, with continued love and respect for one another."

January 28, 2007 - Justin Timberlake opened his 'FutureSex/LoveShow 2007 World Tour' at the ipayOne Center on Monday (January 8) in San Diego, California. Opening for the former *NSYNC star was Pink. Check out pictures and fan filmed highlight clips here.

January 28, 2007 - The trailer to Justin Timberlake's upcoming film 'Black Snake Moan' has been posted online, though the former *NSYNC star is only briefly shown. Watch it below the fold.

January 28, 2007 - Nine's 'Today' entertainment correspondent Richard Wilkins met up with Richard Reid in Hollywood, where he discussed the news that former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and Scarlett Johansson have coupled up and a dispute over Britney Spears passing out at Pure. Watch the segment, aired Thursday (January 11), at MSN.com.

January 28, 2007 - The decision by Justin Timberlake to cast Scarlett Johansson in the unfamiliar role as video vixen pushed the former *NSYNC star's relationship with Cameron Diaz to the breaking point, and paved the way for the 20-year-old actress to move in for the kill. "She could not believe he went behind her back to put her in the video," a Timberlake pal tells Us Weekly. "Cameron was very jealous of Scarlett." The source added, "They definitely got together after she did the video." Read more.

January 28, 2007 - Former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake has a media player where the singer promotes his FutureSex/LoveShow world tour. Watch the promo, and his 'SexyBack' and 'My Love' videos here.

January 28, 2007 - Former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake talked with TheShowBuzz's Karina Mahtani-Mitchell about his latest film, 'Alpha Dog'. Watch the segment at CBSNews.com.

January 28, 2007 - Interviewing each other for Moviefone's Unscripted, 'Alpha Dog' co-stars Justin Timberlake and Emile Hirsch drop the tough guy routine and reveal why they sometimes feel like girls. Watch the 8-minute feature at AOL.com.

January 28, 2007 - 'Countdown' host Keith Olbermann investigated 'My Box In A Box', a racy internet satire of former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and 'Saturday Night Live' alum Andy Samberg's 'My Dick In A Box'. Watch the segment, topping 'Countdown' on Monday (January 8), at MSN.com.

January 28, 2007 - Former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was spotted rehearsing for his upcoming world tour in sweatpants. Check out pictures from Flynet.

January 28, 2007 - While Justin Timberlake celebrated his mother Lynn's birthday at Jet in Las Vegas, the former *NSYNC star sang to her and recorded video of the party in the VIP area. X17's photographer said Timberlake had women all around him constantly and that he danced with a few of them. Among the women at the club were Eva Longoria and Justin's ex-girlfriend Alyssa Milano. Check out pictures and video from X17 and TMZ.

January 28, 2007 - Hollywood gossip guru Richard Reid was on Nine's 'Today' to provide the latest news on Paris Hilton's plastic surgery, Britney Spears turns down the Vienna Opera Ball, Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake's split, and Naomi Campbell's guest appearance on 'Ugly Betty'. Watch the segment, aired Monday (January 22), at MSN.com.

January 28, 2007 - Though both Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake are currently single, TMZ hears the former *NSYNC star has no interest in getting back together with his ex. "His career is going in a completely different direction   he doesn't need or want Britney around anymore," a music industry source said. Another source added that Timberlake was hurt enough after they broke up amidst rumors she had cheated with Wade Robson, and Britney's subsequent marriage to Kevin Federline, so chances of a reconciliation are slim.

January 28, 2007 - Brenda Gaudious, who is 25 and lives in Jersey City, is among the five finalists competing for the chance to perform at the Grammy Awards with former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake. "That would be the 'it' moment for me," Radney tells The New York Daily News. "Winning would be a dream come true. I've always had stars in my eyes." Read more.

January 28, 2007 - Dominique Swain spoke with Steppin' Out magazine about her 'Alpha Dog' co-star Justin Timberlake. The actress said the former *NSYNC star is "such a huge music star that it's almost hard to see him as anything else, but he makes it easy. He has these really sympathetic eyes and you can't create that with acting. He's a brilliant actor."

January 28, 2007 - Dell is sponsoring Justin Timberlake's new tour and the former *NSYNC star did a promo spot for the PC maker, admitting to be a bit of a "caveman" when it comes to technology. As President Bush made headlines for the term "internets", Justin may join him in tech infamy by saying "labtop" in the spot. Watch the clip at dellconcerts.com.

January 28, 2007 - 'Entertainment Tonight' correspondent Vanessa Minnillo caught up with former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake on tour to talk about the upcoming Grammys. Watch the interview here.

January 28, 2007 - The New York Daily News reports Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz had a surprise reunion at the InStyle party following Monday night's Golden Globe Awards. "When he first came in, Justin steered clear of her," a spy said. "But he made a beeline toward her when he saw her sitting on a couch with [her 'Gangs of New York' co-star] Leo DiCaprio. Justin smiled and raised his glass to Cameron and she did the same. Then he slid in next to her. They spent about 15 minutes talking, but didn't want anybody taking their picture."

January 28, 2007 - Us Weekly spoke with friends of Justin Timberlake and Scarlett Johansson as the pair enjoy a "casual" relationship following the former *NSYNC star's split with Cameron Diaz. "They're just having fun," a friend of the couple revealed. Longtime Johansson pal Michelle Trachtenberg told Us, "I love Justin's music and Scarlett's really talented. So, hey good times!" Read more.

January 28, 2007 - Roger Friedman of FoxNews.com reports that during the InStyle/Warner Bros. Golden Globes after party party former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake went over to say hello to his now ex-girlfriend Cameron Diaz, "who was sitting unromantically with Leonardo DiCaprio. The two tipped Champagne classes as a measure of good will, and Timberlake sat down for a moment to join the pair. Famed photographer Kevin Mazur flew into action and attempted to take the picture of the trio. But when the subjects realized what was happening, they all started making the 'cut' signal." Read more.

January 13, 2007 - Are Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz calling it quits? Is Jessica Simpson's father upset with her for not hosting a New Year's Eve party for cash? Is Jive Records upset with Britney Spears? 'Scarborough Country' host Joe Scarborough got the scoop from OK! magazine's Courtney Hazlett and E!'s Marc Malkin. Watch the segment, aired Wednesday (January 3), at MSN.com.

January 13, 2007 - Us Weekly reports that while partying at Les Deux in Hollywood on December 20th, a source revealed that a drunken Britney Spears "kept requesting her own songs." The club's DJ Stone Rokk finally played one, but next played the song from her ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake, 'Cry Me a River'. Apparently the alcohol and the former *NSYNC star's hit single made Britney nauseous, according to the source. "She went to the bathroom and threw up all over," the tipster claimed. Read more.

January 13, 2007 - FoxNews.com's Lips & Ears features Star magazine's Jill Dobson discussing their exclusive claiming former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz have called it quits. Also featured is news Jessica Simpson and John Mayer are dating, Britney Spears' New Year's Eve night ended short and rumors Jive Records aren't happy with her new music, hundreds of Whitney Houston items going up for sale, Star's prediction of a '07 wedding for Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo, and Britney's battle for her kids with estranged hubby Kevin Federline. Watch the segment here.

January 13, 2007 - 'Alpha Dog' director Nick Cassavetes checked in with fans on the movie's forum at IMDB.com, with news on the film's star Justin Timberlake recording a new music video. "I had the pleasure of visiting the set of the music video, 'What Goes Around Comes Back Around'," he writes. "It stars Scarlett Johannson, Shawn Hatosy, and of course, Mr. T. There is even an appearance by the lovely Miss Wahlquist, and it is directed by the incomparable Sam Bayer. The stuff looked great. Should be fun to see." Read more.

January 13, 2007 - What does 2007 have in store for Hollywood's most scandalicious stars? Star magazine asked the Village Voice's out-of-control columnist Michael Musto for his thoughts on Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Beyonce Knowles, and more. Check it out here.

January 13, 2007 - Justin Timberlake tells 'Extra' that he took no classes and got no coaching for his role as one of Jesse James Hollywood's friends in the new film 'Alpha Dog'. "I took class when I was really young, and so I just used that as much as possible," he explained. "For me, it seems more natural." Read more and watch the interview here.

January 13, 2007 - Former *NSYNC stars Justin Timberlake and Lance Bass were on hand for the VH1 Big in '06 Awards on December 2nd at Sony Pictures Studio in Culver City, California. Check out pictures and video here.

January 13, 2007 - Friends tell John Hiscock of the Toronto Star that Justin Timberlake being nine-years younger than Cameron Diaz pair proved too much of a problem, although the former *NSYNC star just shrugged and said: "I can't talk about it right now" when asked about his relationship status. Timberlake did concede being part of a long-term relationship may have been a problem for him. "As much as I've learned, I am still a man so I have some kind of learning disability," he grinned. "And women wouldn't have us any other way." Read more.

January 13, 2007 - Director Craig Brewer of 'Hustle & Flow', who cast Justin Timberlake in his upcoming 'Black Snake Moan', tells The New York Post the former *NSYNC star can be commended for attempting his break into film with a series of supporting roles. "Let's be honest, with a pop star, you can kind of write your own ticket with a cheesy way to get into movies," Brewer explained. "Justin could have done a 'Glitter' or something where he was the lead, but he began making these interesting choices for supporting roles." Read more, including praise from David J. Burke, who directed Timberlake in last year's 'Edison Force' and 'SexyBack' director Michael Haussman, here.

January 13, 2007 - A mystery woman at myboxinabox.com has posted a female version of former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake and 'Saturday Night Live' star Andy Samberg's 'Dick In A Box'. Watch 'My Box In A Box' here.

January 13, 2007 - News of the World reports Justin Timberlake has ended his romance with Cameron Diaz and appears to have already rebounded with his 'What Goes Around' music video recruit, Scarlett Johansson. "Justin decided to end it just days before new year," a source told the tab. "It seems he wanted a fresh start for 2007. They spent Christmas together in Colorado, you would have never known what was around the corner. Justin did love Cameron but things don't always work out the way you want them." And earlier this week, the former *NSYNC star met up with Johansson at Social Hollywood following the premiere of 'Alpha Dog'. "When she met Justin they looked very close and chatted away for ages," a witness explained. "There were other people trying to speak to Justin but he kept his attention on her for around an hour. They looked very intimate. But he's still trying to make it look low key because he left with his mum Lynn later through a back exit." Read more.

January 13, 2007 - Celebrities and photographers are questioning how close is too close. Watch a report from CNN's Brooke Anderson, featuring comments from Jennifer Love Hewitt, famed paparazzo E.L. Woody, Danny Bonaduce, and former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake, here.

January 13, 2007 - Former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake was spotted picking up some lunch in the drive thru lane of the In-N-Out Burger on Thursday (January 4). Watch footage from TMZ.

January 13, 2007 - The New York Post reports that after splitting up with Cameron Diaz, former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake celebrated the New Year in Los Angeles at the home of Kate Hudson, who broke up with Owen Wilson a few weeks ago.

January 13, 2007 - After Ted Casablanca for E! Online reported Scarlett Johansson was acting like a diva on the set of former *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake's new video 'What Goes Around ... Comes Around', her rep Marcel Pariseau denied the allegations to The New York Daily News. In response to claims Johansson complained about not being able to smoke, and having her bodyguard order crew members not to eat around her, Pariseau fired back, "Scarlett is always respectful of other people and never made this statement. Also, Scarlett doesn't have a bodyguard." Read more.

January 13, 2007 - Justin Timberlake, sporting a broken little finger, was on hand for the premiere of his new film 'Alpha Dog' on Wednesday (January 3) at Arclight Cinemas in Hollywood, California. Absent was Cameron Diaz, amidst reports the former *NSYNC star has ended their long-term romance. Check out pictures and video here.

January 13, 2007 - Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz are featured on the cover of the new issue of Star magazine, with word the former *NSYNC star has ended his 3+ year relationship with the actress. The couple broke up and went their separate ways for Christmas after a serious discussion that ended with Justin deciding that his days with Cam were numbered. The singer told follow partiers at Senses nightclub in Memphis: "Me and Cameron? We're done." Read more.

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