Justin Timberlake Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Share on Facebook Share on X Share to Flipboard Send an Email Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Print the Article Post a Comment Justin Timberlake is opening up about a medical diagnosis. The singer took to Instagram on Thursday to celebrate and reflect on the end of his two-year Forget Tomorrow tour. However, in his reflection, he said he wanted to detail "what's going on" with him despite being a "pretty private person." "Among other things, I've been battling some health issues, and was diagnosed with Lyme disease -- which I don't say so you feel bad for me -- but to shed some light on what I've been up against behind the scenes," Timberlake said. Related Stories News Josh Freese on Returning to Nine Inch Nails After Foo Fighters Departure: "To Be Part of That Energy Again Feels Amazing" News Spinal Tap Releases 'Stonehenge' With Elton John, Unveils New Album Tied to Mockumentary Sequel He continued, "If you've experienced this disease or know someone who has - then you're aware: living with this can be relentlessly debilitating, both mentally and physically. When I first got the diagnosis I was shocked for sure. But, at least I could understand why I would be onstage and in a massive amount of nerve pain or, just feeling crazy fatigue or sickness. I was faced with a personal decision. Stop touring? Or, keep going and figure it out. I decided the joy that performing brings me far outweighs the fleeting stress my body was feeling. I'm so glad I kept going." By continuing on, Timberlake said he was able to prove his "mental tenacity" to himself and "now have so many special moments with all of you that I will never forget. I was reluctant to talk about this because I was always raised to keep something like this to yourself. But I am trying to be more transparent about my struggles so that they aren't misinterpreted." "Sharing all of this with the hope that we can all find a way to be more connected. I'd like to do my part to help others experiencing this disease too." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Justin Timberlake (@justintimberlake) He finished his statement by thanking his crew, band and those attended the tour, saying they "will forever leave me in awe. You have made my dreams come true." "There really is no way to put into words the feeling of being on a stage and getting to share the experience of live music with all of you. It's a vibration of frequency that is unmatched. Sacred to me. I honestly don't know what my future is onstage but I'll always cherish this run! And all of them before! It's been the stuff of LEGEND for me." He also finished with a message to wife Jessica Biel and their two sons: "My heart is filled with gratitude! Love each other. Be good to each other. Don't take it for granted. To Jess, Silas, and Phin... nothing is more powerful than your unconditional love. You are my heart and my home. I'm on my way." Timberlake's comments come amid some online scrutiny he has received with concertgoers calling out the singer for what they considered a lackluster performance. Timberlake's tour kicked off in April 2024, about one month after he released album Everything I Thought It Was album. According to Billboard, the tour made Timberlake the 10th top touring artist of Billboard's midyear Boxscore report, grossing $73.2 million across 41 shows as of late May. Shania Twain, Avril Lavigne, Justin Bieber are among other stars who have also revealed a Lyme disease diagnosis. THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day Subscribe Sign Up Nine Inch Nails Josh Freese on Returning to Nine Inch Nails After Foo Fighters Departure: "To Be Part of That Energy Again Feels Amazing" This Is Spinal Tap Spinal Tap Releases 'Stonehenge' With Elton John, Unveils New Album Tied to Mockumentary Sequel Songwriters SONA to Offer Healthcare Subsciptions to Songwriters in Partnership With Amazon One Medical music XngHan Steps Into the Spotlight With Superb Solo Debut: "It's A New Beginning for Me" music Foo Fighters' New Drummer Revealed (Exclusive) Trump Jess Glynne Criticizes White House for Using Viral Jet2 Holiday Sound in Deportation Meme: "Makes Me Sick" Nine Inch Nails Josh Freese on Returning to Nine Inch Nails After Foo Fighters Departure: "To Be Part of That Energy Again Feels Amazing" This Is Spinal Tap Spinal Tap Releases 'Stonehenge' With Elton John, Unveils New Album Tied to Mockumentary Sequel Songwriters SONA to Offer Healthcare Subsciptions to Songwriters in Partnership With Amazon One Medical music XngHan Steps Into the Spotlight With Superb Solo Debut: "It's A New Beginning for Me" music Foo Fighters' New Drummer Revealed (Exclusive) Trump Jess Glynne Criticizes White House for Using Viral Jet2 Holiday Sound in Deportation Meme: "Makes Me Sick"