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Ex-NSYNC Star Recalls Shock Over Timberlake's Solo Launch
8 Apr
Summary
- Joey Fatone felt sidelined when Justin Timberlake launched his solo career.
- Fatone described the situation as 'bulls--t' in a docuseries.
- He clarified his frustration was with management's handling, not Timberlake.

Joey Fatone has shared his perspective on Justin Timberlake's departure from NSYNC and the subsequent launch of his solo career. Fatone recalled feeling that management sidelined the remaining group members during Timberlake's initial solo performances.
In the Boy Band Confidential docuseries, Fatone described the moment Timberlake performed solo at the MTV Awards, with the group introducing him, as "bulls--t." He felt the management was pushing the group aside.
Fatone emphasized that his frustration was not directed at Timberlake himself or his solo endeavors. Instead, his offense stemmed from how the band's management handled the situation, creating a perceived division within the group.