Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest mugshot becomes unexpected art sensation in Sag Harbor

The transformation of Justin Timberlake's mugshot into art has sparked mixed reactions.


Pop Culture & Art July 04, 2024
Courtesy: Reuters

Justin Timberlake's recent run-in with the law has taken an unexpected turn, with his mugshot now gracing the walls of the Romany Kramoris Gallery in Sag Harbor, New York. According to the New York Post's Page Six, the limited-edition art piece, created by artist Godfrey Lohman, has become a surprising sensation, drawing crowds and sparking conversations in the very town where Timberlake was arrested for DUI last month.

Gallery owner Romany Kramoris was thrilled when Lohman presented the artwork, exclaiming, “My reaction was, ‘Oh my God!’ That’s great! It’s just great!” The piece, priced at $520, is reportedly available in several colors and has been attracting "nonstop lines" of onlookers eager to capture a photo. Gallery employee Leslie Raff describes it as their "most contemporary piece! It's au courant."

Timberlake's arrest occurred on June 18th after a police officer observed his BMW running a stop sign and failing to stay in lane. He was subsequently charged with DWI and issued two citations. Despite the incident, Timberlake's Forget Tomorrow World Tour continues, with upcoming stops in the US and overseas.

The transformation of Timberlake's mugshot into art has sparked mixed reactions, with some finding it amusing and others questioning the glorification of a DUI arrest. Nevertheless, the unexpected art piece has undeniably become a talking point, adding another layer to the singer's complex narrative.

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