Justin Timberlake fined and speaks out after DUI arrest

Justin Timberlake was detained in June in New York for driving after consuming alcohol. The police intervened after the American singer ran a stop sign and failed to stay in his lane. According to media reports, after being detained, he insisted he had "only one Martini". The 43-year-old has been making headlines again due to his lawyer's settlement with the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office.

The star was required to admit to "driving while impaired" by the consumption of alcohol, a slightly "lighter" charge in American law compared to driving under the influence of alcohol. This also meant a much lower penalty. The final amount was to be determined when the case was transferred to the Sag Harbor Village District Court.

On Friday, 13 September, the day came when Justin Timberlake appeared in court. Timberlake was told he had to pay a $500 fine (€450), participate in a campaign warning against drinking and driving, and perform 25 hours of community service.

The artist arrived at the hearing dressed in a black cardigan, shirt, and brown trousers. However, the most stirring moment was his speech, delivered later the same day, right after the hearing. The 43-year-old did not forget to mention the drink he had on that fateful evening.

What I'd like to say to everyone watching and listening: Even if you've had one drink, don't get behind the wheel of a car. There's so many alternatives. Call a friend, take an Uber... Justin urged.

This is a mistake that I made, but I’m hoping that whoever’s watching and listening right now can learn from this mistake. I know that I certainly have - he added.

Comments were full of support for the singer. However, netizens couldn’t ignore the pearls visible around his neck.

He talks about making good decisions, and I'm just looking at the pearls; He didn't wear a suit to court, it's ridiculous; What's with the pearls?; Why the pearls?; What's around his neck?! - netizens were astonished.