When Justin Timberlake was arrested in June for driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor, New York, fans had a lot of questions. While some details of the arrest were going viral on social media, many fans couldn’t help but think, “How’s his wife Jessica Biel feeling about all of this?”
As it turns out, Biel, who wasn’t too far away from the “Suit & Tie” singer as she filmed her Amazon Prime series, The Better Sister, in New York City at the time, is working through it. “Jessica and Justin are spending more time together and are happier and more relaxed,” a source recently told Us Weekly.
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Per the source, managing to work things out has everything to do with a major lifestyle change. “Justin has taken time to reevaluate his priorities,” the insider said. “He hasn’t been going out as much and is staying in more with Jessica and the kids.”
As a reminder, Biel and Timberlake, who have been married since 2012, share sons Silas, 9, and Phineas, 4.
But, in addition to Timberlake taking a break from partying, Biel’s also been super supportive. “Jessica is showing patience and compassion while also maintaining firm expectations of him,” the source continued, adding that they are “prioritizing their strength as a family.”
With Timberlake reevaluating his life and Biel making her boundaries crystal clear, it sounds like they’ve managed to compromise and show their commitment through it all.
Jessica Biel and husband Justin Timberlake at the premiere and Emmy FYC event of “Candy” held at the El Capitan Theatre on May 9th, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
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Previously, a source confirmed to People that The Sinner star was showing no signs of giving up on their marriage. “They are both committed to staying married,” the insider told the outlet in October. “Jess thinks he’s a wonderful dad. They’re a great team.” Teamwork makes the dream work, right?
As a reminder, Timberlake ended up pleading guilty to driving while ability-impaired (DWAI), CBS News reports. The plea deal included a $500 fine with a $260 surcharge and 25 hours of community service at the nonprofit of his choosing.
Also in the deal, Timberlake agreed to make a public service announcement against driving under the influence. “What I’d like to say to everyone watching and listening, even if you’ve had one drink, don’t get behind the wheel of a car,” Timberlake said. “There’s so many alternatives. Call a friend. Take an Uber. There’s many travel apps. Still, take a taxi. This is a mistake that I’ve made, but I’m hoping whoever’s watching and listening right now can learn from this mistake. I know that I certainly have. And like I said, even one drink, don’t get behind the wheel of a car.”
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