This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Conn chapter.

On Saturday, October 17th, the multitalented Justin Timberlake was inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame. Timberlake is not only a musician, but also an actor, frequent (and favorite) SNL host, father and husband, gorgeous goofball, and entrepeneur. If you’re wondering when JT became such a phenomenon, follow this Timberlake Timeline to witness the evolution of JT.

1989

At age 8, Justin kickstarted his career and became a member of the Mickey Mouse Club.

1998

*NSYNC released their debut album and quickly dominated the music industry. JT’s ramen noodle hair became the obsession of teenage girls everywhere.

2001

JT and then-girlfriend Britney Spears wore this iconic denim get-up at the 2001 American Music Awards.

2002

JT started his solo career and released his debut album Justified, which includes argubly the best workout song ever recorded, “Rock Your Body.”

2006

Justin really did bring sexy back with the release of his award-winning album, Futuresex/Lovesounds.

2007

JT and Jessica Biel first took their relationship public in August of 2007. Even from the start, a friend of Justin claimed Jessica was “the perfect girl for him.”

2011

Justin and co-star Mila Kunis literally defined relationship goals in Friends With Benefits.

2012

Justin and Jessica tied the knot in Italy. Justin even played the guitar and serenaded Jessica as she walked down the aisle.

2015

JT debuted a line of tequila that is even smoother than he is.

He became the father of Silas Randall Timberlake, who was born in April.

Last but not least, JT was inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame on October 17th and gave a speech that will make you shed a tear (or thirty).

We have, and always will, love you Justin!

The Timberlake Timeline