‘Tantrums': Justin Timberlake's ‘diva' behaviour exposed amid fan backlash
The Cry Me a River singer has drawn widespread criticism from disappointed fans who have accused him of not performing on stage.
Social media was flooded with angry JT followers who claimed he was barely trying and relying too heavily on crowds to sing back some of his smash-hit anthems.
Timberlake was accused of looking tired and listless on stage.
The Forget Tomorrow World Tour wrapped up in Istanbul on Wednesday night after 121 gruelling shows.
However, The U.S. Sun has spoken to two sources close to the 44-year-old who fear it could be the last time Timberlake travels the globe.
The first insider understands why the backlash has become so fierce and claims the NSYNC legend is just exhausted, fed up, and frustrated.
'He's struggling with getting older and feeling like things aren't going his way,' he told The U.S. Sun.
'Since the tour started, he's been withdrawn, constantly in a bad mood. It's like he sees this as his 'last dance,' and he doesn't want to do it again. He feels stuck in the shadow of his old successes, and he hates that image.'
The source also claims his marriage to actress Jessica Biel is suffering as a result of his personal struggles.
Relationships with the tour crew have also allegedly hit rock bottom.
'He's exhausting everyone,' continued the insider. 'He's coming off like a diva — a tired artist throwing tantrums, giving half-hearted performances, and letting fans do most of the singing. That's not the Justin I used to know.
'People are quitting after this tour, no question. We've talked to so many disappointed fans who felt totally let down — some even asking for refunds. It's heartbreaking to see, but unless he wakes up, he's heading straight for a wall.'
Disgruntled fans claim Timberlake has 'hardly been singing' — although the condemnation hasn't been universal.
One fan who saw him in Atlanta last November said he was 'amazing,' before urging him to 'take a break and recharge.'
A particularly damning post, however, slammed the star.
'Justin Timberlake really thought he could do the bare minimum and get away with it?' raged the fan. 'People didn't drop $500 to watch a lifeless karaoke act. No energy. No vocals.'
A crew member who has worked extensively with the singer confirmed to The U.S. Sun that he is 'p****ed off about everything' and that he's 'totally unengaged.'
'I've worked with him on multiple tours, and I've never seen him like this — so selfish, so checked out,' said the tour veteran.
'He barely sings during shows, just floats through it. Fans are noticing, and they're angry. We've had hundreds of people say they felt betrayed after buying tickets and getting half a show.
'It's been embarrassing, honestly. The whole tour feels like a mess, and most of us can't wait for it to be over. A lot of us won't work with him again after this. He's even talking about stepping away from the spotlight completely — no more concerts, no more public life.'
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