An ’embarrassed’ Jessica Biel was the reason for husband Justin Timberlake’s recent public apology for his flirtatious conduct with female co-star Alisha Wainwright last month at a New Orleans bar.

After Timberlake was seen holding hands with Wainwright, 30, on a night out in New Orleans where he was shooting his new movie Palmer, the actress, 37, has stayed mute about her husband’s behavior.

After her husband was seen holding hands with Wainwright, 30, on a night out in New Orleans where he was shooting his new movie Palmer, the actress, 37, has stayed mute about her husband’s behavior.

A source said, “Jessica was very upset and embarrassed by Justin’s behavior and thought it was completely inappropriate.”

“Jessica encouraged Justin to put his statement out on Instagram because she felt embarrassed by his actions and wanted him to take accountability and feel embarrassed as well,” the source told Us.

In the aftermath of the event, the insider informed the outlet that the Ely, Minnesota-native beauty and Timberlake, 38, who she has a four-year-old son called Silas with, are “still together.”

The married singer-turned-actor said he’d made a “strong lapse in judgement” when he got cozy with Alisha last month.

In a statement released via Instagram on Thursday, the SexyBack singer apologised to his “amazing wife and family” for putting them through such an “embarrassing situation” – but insisted that nothing else had occurred between himself and Wainwright, news.com.au reports.

“I stay away from gossip as much as I can, but for my family I feel it is important to address recent rumours that are hurting the people I love,” Timberlake wrote.

“A few weeks ago I displayed a strong lapse in judgment – but let me be clear – nothing happened between me and my co-star. I drank way too much that night and I regret my behaviour.

“I should have known better. This is not the example I want to set for my son. I apologise to my amazing wife and family for putting them through such an embarrassing situation, and I am focused on being the best husband and father I can be. This was not that.

“I am incredibly proud to be working on Palmer. Looking forward to continuing to make this movie and excited for people to see it.”

Onlookers were shocked to see him holding hands with Alisha, and risk upsetting Biel — his wife of seven years and mum to their son Silas, four.

One said: “They were smiling and laughing.

“At one stage he grabbed her hand and rested it on his knee. She then gently started stroking his leg.

“Then he clutched her hand with both of his and was playing with her hands.”

FWIW, People reported that Justin and Jessica are “working through this,” so it looks like they’re gonna make it.

Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake have been in a relationship for several years. Biel and Timberlake first met in 2007 and began dating soon after. They became engaged in December 2011 and were married in October 2012.

Biel and Timberlake are considered one of Hollywood’s most iconic couples, and they have been the subject of much media attention and speculation over the years. They have managed to maintain a relatively private relationship despite their fame, and they have often spoken about their love and admiration for each other in interviews.

Biel and Timberlake have a son together, named Silas, who was born in April 2015. They have often spoken about their love for their son and their desire to give him a normal, happy childhood. In an interview with People magazine, Timberlake said that becoming a father had changed his perspective on life and made him want to be a better person.

In addition to their personal relationship, Biel and Timberlake have also collaborated professionally on a number of occasions. They both appeared in the 2010 film The A-Team, and Timberlake has credited Biel with inspiring some of his music. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Timberlake said that Biel had encouraged him to pursue his passion for music and to take risks with his career.

Biel and Timberlake have faced their share of challenges and difficulties in their relationship, as all couples do. In 2013, Timberlake faced criticism for his involvement in a controversial music video, and Biel was reportedly upset by the negative attention he received. However, the couple managed to weather the storm and come out stronger on the other side.

Despite the challenges they have faced, Biel and Timberlake’s relationship has remained strong and stable. They have often spoken about their commitment to each other and their desire to make their marriage work. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Biel said that communication and compromise were key to their relationship, and that they made an effort to support each other and to spend quality time together.

Biel and Timberlake have also faced scrutiny and criticism for their age difference. Biel is seven years younger than Timberlake, and some have questioned whether their relationship will be able to stand the test of time. However, Biel and Timberlake have brushed off these concerns, and have emphasized that their love and respect for each other are more important than their age difference.

In addition to their relationship, Biel and Timberlake have also achieved great success in their individual careers. Biel is an accomplished actress who has appeared in a number of films and television shows, including The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and The Sinner. Timberlake, meanwhile, is a highly successful musician who has sold millions of albums and won multiple Grammy Awards.

Despite their fame and success, Biel and Timberlake have remained grounded and humble. They have often spoken about their gratitude for the opportunities they have been given, and have emphasized the importance of staying true to themselves and their values. In an interview with USA Today, Timberlake said that he and Biel were committed to being good role models and to making a positive impact on the world.