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Justin's Anger Translates in Any Language
Monday June 25, 2007
Monday June 25, 2007
Justin Timberlake has had enough of the European paparazzi. On June 19 in Stockholm, he was overheard calling the constant attention tiresome. By the next day, on a walk in Oslo, Norway, he was lashing out.
Even with new love Jessica Biel by his side, Timberlake yelled at photographers as his bodyguard intimidated people nearby. “He shouted 'you f-ing a-hole' to one photographer, and his bodyguard threatened to crush my cell phone," an onlooker tells Usmagazine.com.
As the couple and their friends continued on their stroll, Justin decided to further prove his point. He took a picture of one of the journalists with his digital camera, showed it to him, and said, "This is a picture of an a-hole." His bodyguard added, "How 'bout I punch you in the face?"
The exchange, which was caught on videotape and posted online by one of Norway’s largest papers, Dagbladet, shows just how much Timberlake has changed since his Mickey Mouse days. For their part though, the Norwegians were not offended so much as amused, titling their article on the incident: “Humorous? Or Just Tired of Being Photographed?”
Talk to Us: Does Justin have a right to lash out at photographers?
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2:51 PM
Anonymous Says:
11:38 AM
Anonymous Says:
hey seriously, i'd be pi$$ed off as well if i'd getting photographed 24/7...com'on give that dude a break. no one is perfect, even justin timberlake has his flaws. he isn't an a§§hole because of that.
there are so many occasions where he is nice to the paps and are these shown and headlined?! no. but of course the ones where he is an a§§hole and has a bad day like everyone else has are, so whatever, give him a break.
you're overreacting! OMG HE NEEDS TO GO AND TAKE A $HIT AS WELL. he is human dammit.
8:14 AM
girlfromsweden Says:
Honestly.. His concert in Stockholm was great. But I lost all respect and interest in him after he acted like such an IDIOT both in Sweden and in Norway. And trust me Im not the only one who feels like that in Scandinavia... Justin has some serious making up to do if he wants to keep his fans over here..
4:18 PM
Anonymous Says:
Simple enough to say that "The fame has gone to his head"! How can you be so rude to your fans. We are the people who brought you that fame. Yes it is a sick world out there but to tell a little girl "NO" to a picture is pretty bleeped up. Everyone says "well when you are followed around by cameras", no thats not the case cause those cameras bring us these pictures and article which you all seem to read and they dont just follow Justin. They follow everyone. I dont think all stars handle it that ignorant.
I seen Justin twice in person, by accident and he is ignorant. Honestly at first I didnt have the courage to speak to him and I seen a 5 year old girl say "Hi Justin" he completely ignored her and his bodyguard jumped in front of her. Now tell me what kind of damage is a 5 year old girl going to do. After that I thought to myself "I cant believe that I use to adore this jerk". I hate to wish evil on anyone but like Justin says "What goes around comes around". I must even give Britney Spears more credit. She fell off a rocker, but she makes a point to go on her site and apologize to her fans for the way she has been acting with herself!
3:11 AM
Anonymous Says:
dude seriously their human..and so are you..except he has talent that hes shown to the world..dont expect him to be perfect 24/7 just like the whole world already does..the media stalks them every second of their life and wait for one tiny little mistake and make it a huge deal..how would u all feel if the whole world watched and made a big bleep deal over one lil tiny thing..every day of your life..when you have talent you want to share it to the world..and still be human..not go and be stalked and judged and embarrassed by the whole world..he's human..of course hes gonna get mad once in a while..im sure u all woulda gotten mad too..so get over it..especially the stupied paparrazzis they need to get a life and stop worrying so much about the celebs.
lisamarie<3
12:13 AM
Anonymous Says:
I suppose they would all change professions if the money wasn't so good, they were educated, or if they didn't like the attention so much...suck it up...stop being psychotards, stop walking with an entourage, and stop abusing the people the people that contribute to your paycheck. Nobody is being forced into the spotlight!
9:12 PM
Anonymous Says:
That's part of being a celebrity people!
6:15 PM
Anonymous Says:
To the GENIUS who said Justin Timberfake is the best singer in the world.......ARE YOU INSANE OR JUST RETARDED?
5:40 PM
Anonymous Says:
Justin is the best singer and danceer in the world. if he just wants to be alone with his girl, let him be by himself. yea he is a huge celeberity which comes with the price of being photographed, but sometimes paparazzi gets out of control and wont let a celeb have their time with friends and loved ones. I LOVE YOU JUSTIN!!
4:38 PM
Anonymous Says:
I think that people needs to leave him alone. Let Jessica and Justin live their personal lives. Jessica Biel isn't Cameron Diaz it's being proven now let Justin and & Jessica be. I don't blame Justin for going off like that because I'd be the same way if people kept following me like every single second of my life. How would any of you feel with people constantly taking pictures of you of every move you make? Would you be like oh they're taking a picture lemme wave and smile while the paparazzi are all aggressive on you? Wouldn't you be so pissed of too? I know I would. No one has a right to do that not even to a celebrity. Just leave these people be. I'm tired of the same stories too also. It makes me sick to read the same trash everyday of my life and plus it's on tv and magazines a lot too. Geez, take pictures of yourselves and leave these people be. I'm a big fan of both of them. So yeah I'm utterly pissed off.
2:09 PM
Swedish girl Says:
This is to ME SAYS:
The newspapers in swedan gave Justin 5 tumbs up for the concert and I should know beacuse I'm from swedan and I saw the concert. He maby be rude but who isnt rude somtimes? But he is a hell of an entertainer...
2:01 PM
Swedish girl Says:
I agree! I think he has changed to, I liked him more before but he is still a great musician. And we dont really know who he is in real life he mabye be a super sweet guy!
12:20 PM
Uk gurl Says:
when he was in the uk and in manchester, dunno if any of you know where that is in England?, but there where a few girls outside his hotel and he basically spat at them and then swore,
I think he has changed, dunno why but when you look at the way he is reacting to the photogs he sort of reminds me of britney when she lost the plot..
Also not all americans are bad in europe they are just over enthusiastic! And they do walk around like OMG! look at this its tea and biscuits!!! you love it especially england, no idea why it just rains here, a lot!!!!
Plus people like the tabloids keep people like justin in the news, and without that he wouldn't have fans and wouldnt be worth as much as he is, he shouldnt complain as it comes part of the job, people would kill to be where he is. Plus why should it be alright for him to have publicity when he wants but not other times, u cant choose and abuse when u wish, And another thing he shouldnt be mean to his fans, apparently one young girl asked him can i have a picture of you and he said WHAT U WANT ME TO JUGGLE TOO? hmmmmmm.... lighten up, i think u just broke her heart...
9:09 AM
Samantha Says:
He wants to be in the limelight, then gets pissed about all the pictures? Boo freaking hoo. Get over yourself already. First he makes comments about he made Mc D's what it is today. Then says he was the reason for such a ratings boost on whatever awards show he did. Now he is getting pissed off at people wanting to take pictures of famous people?? Pssh. Use some of that celebrity to bring attention to some worthy cause. He is upset now, but we all know the second the lights stop flashing he will be upset. Bringing sexy back is one thing - The Diva Act is never "in style". So drop it already.
5:30 AM
Anonymous Says:
He needs to take a cue from George Clooney and so many other high profile, or even lesser known celebs, and just try being a decent human being every once in awhile. Yes, the photogs are annoying but it's part of the deal, either smile or just ignore them. He's not proving anything to anybody by these antics, which are not funny, cute, or anything else for that matter. Of all of this I think the thing that bothers me the most is that he's now being rude to his fans. Also bad is that, yeah, unfortunately he acts like this at home, but he's a guest in those countries and people are (were??) happy he's there.
2:59 AM
What goes around.. Says:
The worst part is that he acted very rude towards his fans, who pay lots of money to go and see his concerts, they pay money to buy his music,and they wait for hours in any weather outside the hotel, just to get a glimpse and a chance to come close to this big Hollywood star, that they usually only see on TV or in magazines. Getting a picture with their idol or just his name on a piece of paper, means the world to every fan. I think that the paparazzis many times brake every ethical and moral rules. But theres a hearsay that goes something like, "Never bite the hand that feeds you". Perhaps thats something every celebrity should give a thought now and then. Even though paparazzis can be like flies on crap, every celebrity needs to understand that without the paparazzis and without their fans they would still be a no one.
5:44 PM
hey trini Says:
trini, are you implying that all americans are ugly or below europeans? because if so, then you should take a look in the mirror and get off your high horse. and maybe you should learn to be less racial about things. i have no idea where it says anything about americans vs. europeans in the report. i think justin has a right to get pissed off because paparazzi keeps getting in his face, but i also think paparazzi has a right to do their jobs. justin should thank them for contributing attention for his career, but the paparazzi should thank Justin and other celebrities for reasons to keep their jobs and by the way, i have nothing against europeans, americans, or anyone else in any other country. but i dont think its right to classify a group of people because one persons' actions. live for peace.
3:07 PM
Charlton Heston Says:
Two funny things are worth mentioning: Biel takes no part in Justin's adolescent actions, and then after verbally assaulting the photographer he looks to Biel for validation to which she just keeps to herself in a lady like manner. Then with no support from Biel he awkwardly looks down upon realizing he overplayed his 'cool card'.
This no doubt had to weigh heavily on Biel about the purpose/worth of conducting a long-term relationship with a boy in man size shoes. I don't think Biel grew up having dreams of marrying a toolbox, unless she’s a huge fan of divorce.
1:25 PM
TRINI Says:
HE SHOULDN'T COMPLAIN BECAUSE IF PAPARAZZI DON;T TAKE THEIR PICS THEN NOBODY WOULD HAVE ANY INTEREST IN THEM. ALL THOSE CELEBRITIES ARE DYING TO BE FAMOUS BUT CAN'T HANDLE THE STARDOM AND YES I'M SURE PPLE ARE SAYING "ANOTHER UGLY AMERICAN IN EUROPE" - THANK GOD I'M NOT ONE!!
11:59 AM
miv Says:
i think paparazzi have every right at premieres, events, clubs, bars, etc to take tons of pics and annoy the celebs since that is def related to their celebrity, but just walking down the street or going to the store or just trying to live a normal everyday life should be something they can do like everyone else.
11:42 AM
Anonymous Says:
It's his own fault because he makes it worse for himself. If he would just learn to ignore them, or simply smile, say hello or wave, then they would leave him alone. But when he acts out, that just eggs them on. He clearly needs to develop some grace and class when it comes to the paps.
10:53 AM
Anonymous Says:
Great. Another "Ugly American" in Europe. Thanks so much Justin for helping to further ruin our image abroad.
10:49 AM
Anonymous Says:
I have no sympathy for someone who's financial well-being was created by the loyalty and admiration of millions of fans that he chooses to spurn. He has become an arrogant, selfish a$$.
10:44 AM
Anonymous Says:
No, he doesn't have the right to be rude to paps. They are doing their job just like he's doing his. This is a part of the celeb culture that he chose to be a part of. He is a commodity worth millions. Therefore, his image will sell mags. He knew this going into the game. If he can't stand the heat, then he should get out of the kitchen.
10:26 AM
CS Says:
You know I am sure having someone follow you every where taking your picture is very annoying. But since he is in such a public position he is going to have to learn how to cope with the fact that he will be noticed by paparazzi everywhere he goes. So sorry Justin but I don't I feel sorry for you at all. And pulling this prank on the photographer and calling him an a**hole was a stupid thing to do. The only thing it did was it got you even more free publicity, and probably the kind you weren't looking for no matter what. He should have done what Jessica did while they were being photographed and kept his eyes straight ahead and not even noticed the photographer, after a while they might have been left alone. There would have been nothing to see.
9:40 AM
Anonymous Says:
Yes, he does. Why not??? If they can be pricks and chase him around then he has the right to be a-hole back - its a double edge sword.
9:17 AM
Suzy Velez Says:
Paparazzi are annoying!!! for God's sake, leave those people alone. They are working and are completely allowed to be tired and to want some privacy. Photographers don't understand that they have days were they are OK with saying HI! and smilling, but there are some others when they are exhausted due to the type of work they do and they just want to take a walk or go out to dinner with their family. Please, leave them alone at least once w hile because the only thing you are causing is for artists to hire even more bodyguards and to hate paparazzi! PLEASE give them some space!!!
9:02 AM
Jennifer Says:
Jessica Biel---"here is a picture of an as$hole"
8:48 AM
Jo Jo Says:
If he can't take the heat and be gracious about the publicity, he needs to get out of the kitchen. What a big baby, throwing a temper tantrum at the photographers. When these celebs WANT their photos taken, they can't have enough taken.
8:32 AM
Anonymous Says:
What I can't stand is when you see old clips of celebrities and they are saying how they want to be famous and then when they are they don't like it. They make me sick, go retire somewhere if you don't like it. They like all the free stuff and when they are trying to sell us crap, but they want to be bothered when they want to be bothered. Like I said quit and go retire if you don't like it.
