Justin Timberlake wipes away tears and calls wife Jessica Biel his 'rock' during emotional Memphis Music Hall Of Fame induction speech
He is one of the most famous pop stars in the world with success that has brought him nine Grammy Awards and four Emmy Awards.
But through all the glitz and the glamour, Justin Timberlake still hasn't forgotten about his roots.
The 34-year-old star got emotional during his induction speech during the Memphis Music Hall of Fame ceremony on Saturday night.
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Never forgetting his roots: Justin Timberlake got emotional during his induction speech during the Memphis Music Hall of Fame ceremony on Saturday night
Dynamic duo: The 34-year-old singer made sure to thank his wife Jessica Biel - pictured together in New York back in May 2010 - as he called the 33-year-old actress his 'rock'
He also did not forget about his loving actress wife and mother to his six-month-old son Silas, Jessica Biel, as he called her his 'rock' during the touching address.
The Suit And Tie singer made sure to credit the legendary musicians that came before him as he began to get teary-eyed during the speech.
His voice began to crack a little bit as he said: 'I am truly honoured to be able to stand on the shoulders of all these legends that I grew up listening to and I grew up admiring to say that I stand alongside them now.'
Justin looked dapper in a deep navy blue houndstooth-patterned blazer featuring a big black lapel over a matching button-down dress shirt.
'I am truly honoured': Justin showed love and appreciation for the city he grew up in
Dapper: Justin looked good in a houndstooth patterned dark navy blue blazer over a matching shirt and bowtie
He completeed the look with a deep navy blue bowtie as he combed his hair in a side-part and had a bit of scruff on his face.
The Sexyback singer still has not forgotten his roots as he said in his speech: 'My favorite part about this city is we don't apologize for who we are, and that's who this city has taught me to be.'
He also called Memphis the greatest city in the world as he compared the Midwest city to some of the most famous cities in the world.
Justin got a cheer as he said: 'London ain't got no Gus's Fried Chicken. Paris may rendezvous, but they ain't got no Rendezvous. Egypt has the pyramid; they don't have no Bass Pro Pyramid.'
Host with the most: Justin's pal Jimmy Fallon introduced him at the gala event
Hand-off: The 41-year-old chat show host presented the former boybander with the trophy
Big night: Jimmy and Justin had a bit of fun during the ceremony
Representing: He was also joined by DJ Paul of Three 6 Mafia
Joining in on the fun: Justin also whistled the tune Sitting on the Dock of the Bay along with Steve Cropper
His good friend and often collaborator Jimmy Fallon was the one to introduce the former 'NSync member during the gala.
Guitarist of The Rolling Stones, Keith Richards, was also in attendance as he sported a black blazer over a patterned burgundy button-down and a patterned black and white headband on his head.
Alongside Justin, rock guitar pioneer Scotty Moore, Alberta Hunter, Al Jackson, Jr., Memphis Slim, Charlie Rich and Sam Moore of Sam & Dave were also inducted.
Legend: Guitarist of The Rolling Stones, Keith Richards, was also in attendance
Signature style: The 71-year-old musician sported a black blazer over a patterned burgundy button-down and a patterned black and white headband on his head
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