“He's a human getting harassed by some kids” — Internet reacts as video of a fan asking Justin Timberlake to race goes viral

Justin Timberlake was recently captured in a viral video posted by X user @dom_lucre on January 12, 2025. In the clip, a few fans are seen following the singer, telling him to race with them. The location and exact timing of the incident remain uncertain, but the video quickly garnered the attention of netizens.

In the video, Timberlake can be seen repeatedly asking those following him:

"Do you want something?"

Most netizens sympathized with Justin Timberlake, saying they would not have tolerated such behavior. One X user wrote:

"He's a human getting harassed by some kids who have no respect for others. He has a lot on the line and a lot to lose. Who knows what's going on in his life."

Some more netizens sided with the singer, saying he was not being "rude" and that he might not be in a good mood.

"I don’t think he was rude… those guys were drunk or something. Either way they were acting stupid. Put yourself in his shoes, random weirdos pulling up filming you, saying roll down the window and then just saying 'race'vover and over. Ya, id be a btch too," said one user.

"I think every single one of us, if living Timberlake's lifestyle, would have our moments where we'd just not be in the mood for the fans, or in this case, overzealous young dudes wanting to race. He'll I'm far from perfect and I'm not even a celebrity," said one user.

Some netizens said he should have been more patient, while some mentioned Justin Timberlake's recent DWI. The netizens wondered if he was even allowed to drive.

"Sometimes celebrities forget that a little kindness goes a long way. Fans are the reason they’re where they are j. Just second of patience could’ve changed the narrative," said one user.

"Didnt Timberlake recently get a DUI?" asked one user.

"Didn’t he just have a DWI or DUI? Is he permitted to be driving?" another added.

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Justin Timberlake's recent controversies

Justin Timberlake (Image via Getty)

Justin Timberlake made headlines multiple times in 2024, from his mugshot going viral to tour cancellation. On June 18, 2024, the singer was arrested for driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor. Per Page Six's June 20, 2024 report, the cop did not recognize the singer. According to a source cited by the outlet, while Justin Timberlake was worried about his tour, the cop asked him:

"What tour?"

Justin responded by stating:

"The world tour."

Furthermore, Justin Timberlake canceled his December 2, 2024, Oaklahoma concert due to his back injury. On November 30, 2024, the singer posted the announcement on his Instagram story and apologized to fans. He said,

"I'm so sorry, Oklahoma City. I have to cancel the show on 12/2. I hurt my back in NOLA, and my doctors have instructed me to rest a little bit longer. Thank you for your support—y’all know I hate doing this."

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Timberlake is currently on his Forget Tomorrow World Tour. The singer has postponed his tour dates eight times so far due to various health issues.