Last fall, the rumors grew more and more persistent that Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel were either already broken up, or well on their way. A flurry of theories about their alleged break up swirled, everything from a JT’s rumored affair with Rihanna, to his indiscriminate cheating, to Jessica’s clingy ways were all discussed. As of late, JT and Biel haven’t seem particularly close, and it seemed like Kate Hudson might make a play for JT. But now reports indicate that JT and Biel are working through their issues, and Biel even came with Justin over the weekend when he received his Hasty Pudding award at Harvard!

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel have had a rocky romance the last 4 months, but friends tell Fox 411 that the couple has recommitted to making it work in the new year. It seems despite breakups and disagreements, Justin decided that Jessica is worth the work their relationship will take.

“Things began taking a turn for the worse for Jess and Justin around the MTV Video Music Awards in September. Justin was staying in New York by himself, working a lot and going out with his friends. He and Jess took some time apart through the fall while she was working, but stayed in touch via phone. They visited each other a little bit and Jess missed Justin, but she was willing to give him space. It really worked out because by the time the holidays were coming, Justin was back and focused on Jess!”

The sexy young couple has mended their relationship and started fresh in the new year.
“Justin loves Jessica and he wants to be with her. She makes him happy, they have so much in common and she is a good fit for him. She’s low-key and makes the effort to spend quality time with her family and friends.”

The friend says Justin was wary of commitment and nervous about the long-term expectations with Jessica, but the couple worked it out and are happier together.

“Justin was being preemptive when he considered breaking up – he realizes what it would be like to lose Jessica and he cares about her so much. He wants her in his life and they are in a great new place in their relationship.”

The couple’s friends and family, including his mom, Lynn Harless, are thrilled they worked out their problems.

“Justin’s mom has often commented that she would love to see him and Jess marry and have her grandchildren. Lynn really does like Jess. Their mended relationship is good news.”

[From Fox News 411]

I don’t really get why Biel was so determined to stay with JT, honestly. I never get why women are all over him, and though I don’t think much of Biel, I think she could do much, much better. But she wants him, and she’s got him. For now at least. Probably until she finishes her promotional duties for Valentine’s Day. Do you think JT will walk the red carpet with her? I kind of doubt it, but it could happen.

Going back to the Hasty Pudding thing, while JT was being toasted/roasted, the Harvard dudes teased JT with this: “This year’s Man Of The Year is a triple threat. He sings, he dances and he goes straight to DVD.” They also had dudes dress up as Britney Spears, Madonna, and Chris Kirkpatrick. JT seemed like a good sport though, telling the audience: “Funny enough, every time I’ve hosted SNL I’ve ended up in drag at least once. I love stuff like this.” Hmm…

Justin Timberlake at Harvard on February 5, 2010. Jessica & Justin in NY on May 4, 2009. Credit: WENN.