“Judge not, lest you be judged”: Billy Joel on the arrest of Justin Timberlake after visiting the same hotel where the singer was staying before his arrest

Billy Joel shared his thoughts on the recent arrest of singer Justin Timberlake. Timberlake, a popular artist and music icon, was arrested on Tuesday after being accused of driving while intoxicated. Billy Joel was recently at the hotel where Timberlake was last seen just hours after the 43-year-old singer was arrested.

Billy Joel on Justin Timberlake’s arrest

As the Piano Man stepped outside the American Hotel, he told PIX11 News, “Judge not, lest you be judged.” He also told reporters gathered outside the building that he “didn’t really know much,” which is why he declined to comment.

Why was Justin Timberlake arrested?

Timberlake failed to stop at a stop sign in his 2025 BMW, which led to his arrest shortly after midnight. According to a press release from the Sag Harbor Village Police Department, Mr. Timberlake was found to be operating his vehicle while intoxicated. Mr. Timberlake was arrested, held overnight for processing, and arraigned in court the following morning.

Mr. Timberlake was released on bail after being arraigned in Sag Harbor Village Court on June 18. The police report, obtained by PEOPLE, states that Timberlake had performed poorly on all standardized sobriety tests at the time of his arrest.

In addition, the arresting officer reported that Timberlake’s eyes were bloodshot and glassy, ​​his breath had the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage, he was unable to divide his attention, he spoke slowly, and he was unsteady on his feet.

Timberlake must appear in court

Timberlake refused to take a breathalyzer test and told officers he had only had one martini. Timberlake is scheduled to appear in court for a hearing after his release on July 26. In a statement on June 19, Edward Burke Jr., Timberlake’s attorney, said, “Mr. Burke looks forward to vigorously defending Mr. Timberlake against these charges.”

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