Posted Nov 6th 2009 5:28PM by TMZ Staff
TMZ has learned Justin Timberlake was ordered to show up in court Monday to prove the woman he's accused of harassing him is a threat.
But Timberlake's lawyer figured out the best way to deal with it was by getting rid of Judge Carol Boas Goodson. As we first reported, Timberlake obtained a temporary restraining order last month against Karen McNeil. Timberlake claims she showed up at his property several times without invitation.
Timberlake's case is due back in court Monday -- his lawyer will try to make the restraining order permanent.
Here's the rub, Timberlake never submitted a sworn declaration about the woman.
The declarations filed were from his two bodyguards, claiming the woman is an ominous stranger. But McNeil submitted a 60 page response in which she said she's a long time friend of Timberlake's. Although the response is rambling and crazy, it's her word against bodyguards who don't know Timberlake that well.
As a result, sources tell us the judge told Timberlake's lawyer to get his client in court on Monday and testify himself about McNeil. Apparently, that didn't sit well with the lawyer who filed legal papers to disqualify the judge so a new judge will hear the case.
We don't know if Timberlake will show on Monday ... stay tuned.
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Justin Timberlake, Exclusives
Tags: court, harrassment, judge, justin, karen mcneil, KarenMcneil, stalker, timberlake
Posted Oct 30th 2009 6:45PM by TMZ Staff
The woman accused of stalking Justin Timberlake believes she is a god -- and claims she tracked down the singer because she wants him to "rule" with her.
It's all scattered in legal documents which Karen McNeil filed today in L.A. County Superior Court in response to the restraining order Justin asked for -- and got -- after she showed up to his L.A. home.
In the nonsensical ramblings, Karen states that she has been targeted by "Babylon witches" who seek to cast their "evil" on her.
In the docs, Karen also mentions several other famous musicians who have also landed a restraining order against her -- including Axl Rose and the guys from Metallica.
Timberlake had argued that McNeil is an "obsessed mentally unstable celebrity stalker, who [Timberlake] does not personally know."
Last week, a judge granted his request for a restraining order against her.
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Justin Timberlake, Exclusives
Tags: justin timberlake, JustinTimberlake
Posted Oct 23rd 2009 5:24PM by TMZ Staff
UPDATE 3:06 PM PST: In the documents, Timberlake claims McNeil is an "obsessed mentally unstable celebrity stalker, who [Timberlake] does not personally know."
According to legal documents, obtained by TMZ, McNeil rolled over to Timberlake's house in a taxi on October 22, bypassed security measures, "trespassed onto [Timberlake's] property, attempted to gain access into his home, and delusionaly claimed to know and be friends with [Timberlake]."
Timberlake's security team eventually apprehended McNeil, who is described as a "heavyset white female, approximately 50 years of age." Justin's people also believe McNeil "appeared to be a transient."
UPDATE: We're told LAPD cops took McNeil to a local hospital for a 5150 psychiatric evaluation. Sources say the individuals who evaluated her felt McNeil did not meet the criteria for a 5150 hold so she was released.
Justin Timberlake's lawyers were convincing today ... a judge just granted his request for a restraining order against a woman he claims has been making unwanted visits to his Los Angeles home.
As we first reported, Timberlake claims Karen McNeil has been coming to his home, entering through the gate and refusing to leave.
We're told McNeil came to the house as recently as yesterday, refused to leave and was arrested.
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Justin Timberlake, Exclusives
Posted Oct 23rd 2009 5:10PM by TMZ Staff
The woman accused of "stalking" Justin Timberlake has a Guns N' Roses connection -- a judge had already banned her from getting near Axl Rose.
Karen McNeil, who Justin calls an "obsessed mentally unstable celebrity stalker," was already sentenced to a year in prison after repeatedly disobeying a court order banning her from coming within 300 yards of Axl's property.
At the time, she told officials she was the Guns N' Roses frontman's wife and communicated with him telepathically.
The pestering didn't stop with jail though -- McNeil reportedly continued to send Axl letters from behind bars.
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Justin Timberlake
Tags: axl rose, AxlRose, guns n roses, GunsNRoses, justin timberlake, JustinTimberlake, karen mcneil, KarenMcneil, restraining order, RestrainingOrder
Posted Oct 23rd 2009 5:05PM by TMZ Staff
TMZ has learned Justin Timberlake has filed a restraining order in Los Angeles County Superior Court.
We're told Karen McNeil has come to his Los Angeles house on several occasions -- including yesterday -- by entering through the gate.
She always comes to the house in a cab. Yesterday, when she came to the house, she wouldn't leave so his staff called the cops and she was arrested.
Story developing...
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Justin Timberlake, Exclusives
Tags: justin timberlake, JustinTimberlake, restraining oder, RestrainingOder
Posted Oct 22nd 2009 12:22AM by TMZ Staff
Unbroken up lovers Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel raised their body heat and stayed close to each other after lunch in Vancouver on Wednesday.
Nothing says we're still a couple like matching ripped jeans ... and walking arm in arm.
Filed under: Gossip/Rumors, Paparazzi Photo, Justin Timberlake
Tags: Jessica Biel, JessicaBiel, Justin Timberlake, JustinTimberlake
Posted Sep 30th 2009 2:03PM by TMZ Staff
With reports swirling that they broke up last month, Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake held hands while leaving a restaurant in Northern California on Monday.
The idea that two celebs can stay together can be hard to swallow.
UPDATE: Sources close to couple tell us they are definitely still together, and that the "picture speaks for itself."
More Jessica Biel
Filed under: Gossip/Rumors, Paparazzi Photo, Justin Timberlake
Tags: break up, BreakUp, Jessica Biel, JessicaBiel, Justin Timberlake, JustinTimberlake
Posted Sep 24th 2009 1:45PM by TMZ Staff
Mount Kilimanjaro is in for the best week of its life -- it's about to get scaled up by 2 of the hottest chicks on the planet ... at the same time.
Jessica Biel and "Transformers" hottie Isabel Lucas have just committed to go to Tanzania to conquer Africa's highest peak in early January ... and of course, it's all for a good cause.
The two are part of a program called Summit on the Summit -- an effort to raise awareness for clean water. There's a rumor that Biel's BF, Justin Tiimberlake will also join in on the climb ... but really, that would seriously screw up the ratio.
Filed under: Justin Timberlake
Tags: isabel lucus, IsabelLucus, jessica biel, JessicaBiel, justin timberlake, JustinTimberlake, mount kilimanjaro, MountKilimanjaro, tanzania
Posted Jul 9th 2009 12:12PM by TMZ Staff
Can you spot what's missing in this picture? How about the leash around Jessica Biel's pit bull, Tina!
Though Jess held tight to Justin Timberlake's two boxers as she left Runyon Canyon yesterday, a third leash for her own pooch was mysteriously absent.
According to Pit Bull Rescue Central, the stakes are "always higher" with this kind of dog, and "while they may not instigate a fight, they won't back down from a challenge."
Filed under: Justin Timberlake, Critters
Tags: boxers, dog park, DogPark, dogs, jessica biel, JessicaBiel, justin timberlake, JustinTimberlake, leash, pit bulls, PitBulls
Posted Jul 8th 2009 6:55PM by TMZ Staff
The Justin Timberlake movie "Alpha Dog" finally has an ending ... the guy it was based on was just convicted of the kidnap and murder of the kid who died in the movie.
Today a jury decided Jesse James Hollywood was the mastermind behind 15-year-old Nicholas Markowitz's death, which happened in West Hills, CA back in August of 2000. He was convicted of first-degree murder and kidnapping.
Hollywood could get the death penalty.
Filed under: Celebrity Justice, Movies, Justin Timberlake
Tags: alpha dog, AlphaDog, jesse james hollywood, JesseJamesHollywood, justin timberlake, JustinTimberlake, nicholas markowitz, NicholasMarkowitz
Posted Jun 25th 2009 10:21PM by TMZ Staff
We just heard from Justin Timberlake, who tells us:
I can't find the words right now to express how deeply sadden [sic] I am by Michael's passing. We have lost a genius and a true ambassador of not only Pop music, but of all music. He has been an inspiration to multiple generations and I will always cherish the moments I shared with him on stage and all of the things I learned about music from him and the time we spent together. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones.
Timberlake has referred to Michael Jackson as his Idol in the past.
Filed under: Justin Timberlake, Michael Jackson
Tags: justin timberlake, JustinTimberlake, king of pop, KingOfPop, michael jackson, MichaelJackson
Posted Jun 23rd 2009 1:30AM by TMZ Staff
Justin Timberlake arrived at Charles de Gaulle airport in Paris this weekend, escorted by a machine gun-carrying bodyguard.
Those screaming teen girl fans can be really menacing.
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, Justin Timberlake
Tags: airport, guard, Justin Timberlake, JustinTimberlake
Posted May 15th 2009 5:34PM by TMZ Staff
The restaurant Justin Timberlake helped open in NY has just been hit with a sexual harassment suit, after a former employee claims JT's business partners forced her to watch porn to the point she broke into tears.
In the suit, obtained by the NY Daily News, Alison McDaniel alleges "vile" acts courtesy of Southern Hospitality. McDaniel says she was spit on and called numerous expletives.
McDaniel claims Justin's business partners -- Eytan Sugarman and Ronnie Kaplan -- made her watch "pornography while in a locked room... and made fun of her when she began crying."
The suit claims Alison was fired after complaining.
Justin, along with Sugarman and Kaplan and Trace Ayala, are all named as defendants.
UPDATE: Justin's people just send us this comment: "While Justin and Trace Ayala continue their friendship with Eytan Sugarman who owns Southern Hospitality, they are not investors, owners, or partners, nor do they have any knowledge of or involvement in the operations of the restaurant."
Click here... it's not over yet
Filed under: Justin Timberlake
Tags: Alison McDaniel, AlisonMcdaniel, Eytan Sugarman, EytanSugarman, Justin timberlake, JustinTimberlake, lawsuit, new york, NewYork, NYC, restuarant, sexual harassment, SexualHarassment, Southern Hospitality, SouthernHospitality
