JT Keeps It Real — Justin Timberlake Reveals He’s Been Battling Lyme Disease While Still Rockin’ Stages

Justin Timberlake just got real with fans, letting them in on a health battle he’s been quietly fighting — Lyme disease.

The pop icon took to Instagram Thursday morning with a heartfelt post, looking back on the last two years. He says it’s been a mix of incredible highs on stage and some grueling, painful lows behind the scenes. And now, he’s ready to tell the world why.

JT revealed he’s been diagnosed with Lyme disease, a bacterial infection spread by ticks. While he didn’t share exactly how severe his case is, he made it clear — it hasn’t been easy.

“Living with this can be relentlessly debilitating, both mentally and physically,” Timberlake shared. “It explained so much of the pain I felt while performing.”

Instead of stepping away from the spotlight, Timberlake said the joy of performing outweighed the pain. He wasn’t looking for pity — just honesty with his fans.

“I decided the joy that performing brings me far outweighs the fleeting stress my body was feeling. I’m so glad I kept going.”

JT now joins a list of celebs who’ve dealt with Lyme disease, including Justin Bieber, Shania Twain, Avril Lavigne, Daryl Hall, and Kelly Osbourne.

Despite the diagnosis, one thing’s clear — Justin Timberlake is still bringing SexyBack, even if his health battle is happening backstage.