LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: According to a longstanding family friend, Britney Spears' shocking admission that she aborted Justin Timberlake's child more than 20 years ago left Timberlake and his wife, Jessica Biel, in disbelief.
The source told The US Sun, "Justin owns who he was when he and Britney were together, even though his personality, career, lifestyle, and personal priorities are radically different now, 20 years later."
"This book is a nightmare for him because of how it throws the whole family into chaos. The timing stings just as much as the revelation itself."
Regarding Spears' upcoming memoir, 'The Woman in Me,' which will be released on October 24, Us Weekly revealed that the book chronicles the 'Cry Me a River' singer.
However, an insider in publishing stated that the memoir is "not a takedown" of any individual. "This is Britney finally getting a chance to tell her empowering story, and it’s nothing more than that."
What it will disclose about Spears' relationship with Justin—whom sources claim was the true love of her life—has already been the subject of speculation.
Insiders claim 'the abortion was something he [Justin] ever told Jessica about'
According to reports, Spears, 41, became pregnant with Justin's child in 2000, when the two were barely 19 years old.
It was stated that after having "heart-wrenching discussions," the pair, who dated from 1999 to 2002, decided Spears would have an abortion.
The terrible accusation will be revealed in the 'Gimme More' singer's forthcoming memoir, 'The Woman In Me,' per sources cited by TMZ.
However, according to the insider with The US Sun, the 'Cry Me A River' singer might be forced to provide his version of events.
In 2012, Justin, 42, married 'The Illusionist' actress Jessica, 41, and they have two boys, Silas, 8, and Phineas, 3.
The source clarified: "I have no idea if the abortion was something he ever told Jessica about because Justin's relationship with Britney is not something he discusses with his friends."
"He's not in denial about it, but to him, this was a million years ago. I don't think Justin's going to publicly dispute any of Britney's claims, just because that isn't his style. But he might be forced to by circumstance."
"Justin had closed this chapter in his life and now Britney is putting it in front of everybody again," the insider added.
"This is a difficult time and Justin's usual strategy of just letting things blow over might not cut it, especially at this moment in his career when he's really trying to get back into the game in a big way."
According to the insider, Justin deliberately chose not to become embroiled in the controversy surrounding Spears' life in the past few years because he is in a different phase of his life.
Justin Timberlake is keeping low profile while Britney Spears' memoir continues to make headlines
As per OK! Magazine, insiders close to Justin claimed he's keeping his attention on his family in the wake of the 'Toxic' singer's bombshell accusation in her memoir.
Regarding Justin's decision to be near his wife Jessica and their sons Silas and Phineas, a source stated, "Justin has been focusing on his own family and trying not to concern himself with Britney's memoir."
The insider added: "In recent years, Justin has tried to be supportive of Britney from a distance. They dated so long ago, but he still has respect for her. Justin and Jessica just want everyone to grow and evolve instead of continuing to bring up the past."
Internet drags Jessica Beil while backlashing Justin over Britney's shocking revelation
Internet users continued backlashing Justin over the 'Toxic' singer's shocking revelations about abortion — this time dragging Justin's wife and actress Jessica.
One social media user took to X (formerly Twitter) and said, "Justin Timberlake be playing in Jessica Biel's face all the damn time. Constantly stepping out on her in public. He just doesn't care. And she seems to just take it."
A second one slammed and said, "Jessica Biel has received her annual reminder that her husband is a bit of a cockroach."
A third one quipped along with a funny clip, "Justin timberlake and jessica biel at brunch today:"
Another user mocked Justin for flaunting his kids with his wife, "So Britney gets Timberlake abortion and Timberlake flaunts his kids with Jessica Beil. Gotta love MSM Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel’s two kids: Meet Silas and Phineas."
