Overview

• On July 31, Timberlake revealed in an Instagram post that he was diagnosed with Lyme disease during his Forget Tomorrow Tour.
• He described enduring intense nerve pain and extreme fatigue yet deciding to complete the global tour because performing brought him joy.
• The tour has concluded and he has begun antibiotic treatment for the Borrelia burgdorferi infection.
• Timberlake said he came forward to contextualize his on-stage struggles and to raise public awareness of Lyme disease’s potential severity.
• Fans and media have responded with empathy and questions about his return to live performances.