Chris Kirkpatrick says his *NSYNC bandmate Justin Timberlake “confirmed me a complete new degree of power” within the wake of Timberlake’s announcement that he has Lyme illness on Thursday (July 31).
Kirkpatrick took to Instagram to point out help for Timberlake, who struggled with Lyme illness on his latest Overlook Tomorrow World Tour, which closed out final evening.
“Watching him battle Lyme illness day in and day trip, whereas nonetheless getting on that stage evening after evening, was one thing I’ll always remember,” Kirkpatrick wrote beneath a photograph of himself, Timberlake and fellow *NSYNC members Lance Bass and JC Chasez. “The lengthy days, the journey, the exhaustion — and but, he by no means gave up. No complaints, no excuses — simply coronary heart, grit, and pure dedication.”
Kirkpatrick added about Timberlake, “That form of resilience is uncommon.”
In a weak Instagram publish Thursday (July 31), Timberlake shared images from his time on the street and wrote, “As I’m reflecting on the tour and competition tour — I need to inform you slightly bit about what’s occurring with me.”
Timberlake went on to announce, “Amongst different issues, I’ve been battling some well being points, and was recognized with Lyme illness — which I don’t say so you’re feeling dangerous for me — however to shed some mild on what I’ve been up towards behind the scenes.”
“In case you’ve skilled this illness or know somebody who has — you then’re conscious: dwelling with this may be relentlessly debilitating, each mentally and bodily,” he continued. “After I first bought the analysis I used to be shocked for certain. However, at the least I may perceive why I’d be onstage and in a large quantity of nerve ache or, simply feeling loopy fatigue or illness. I used to be confronted with a private choice. Cease touring? Or, maintain going and determine it out. I made a decision the enjoyment that performing brings me far outweighs the fleeting stress my physique was feeling. I’m so glad I stored going.”
Persevering with his help, Kirkpatrick wrote: “I couldn’t be extra proud to name him my pal. Tour life is already a grind, however doing it whereas combating Lyme illness? That’s superhero standing.”
Kirkpatrick concluded his publish with, “Right here’s to power, perseverance, and one hell of a tour. Love you little bro.”
Timberlake isn’t the primary musician who’s publicly shared his Lyme analysis, with Shania Twain, Avril Lavigne, Justin Bieber and extra stars additionally beforehand talking about their struggles with the sickness.