The two prior shows renewed interest in Spears’ conservatorship case, which led fans to call out Timberlake for his behavior toward both ex-girlfriend Spears and co-performer Jackson in the early aughts.
The ‘NSYNC alum addressed the backlash in February. “I’ve seen the messages, tags, comments and concerns and I want to respond,” he wrote on social media. “I am deeply sorry for the time in my life where my actions contributed to the problem, where I spoke out of turn, or did not speak up for what was right. I understand that I fell short in these moments and in many others and benefited from a system that condones misogyny and racism.”
Timberlake added, “I specifically want to apologize to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson both individually, because I care for and respect these women and I know I failed.”
Jodi Gomes serves as director and producer for the upcoming episode.
E! News reached out to reps for Timberlake and Jackson for comment.
