Timbaland.

Timothy Zachary Mosley

Timbaland — Musician

Born 10 Mar 1972 Norfolk, United States

Citizenship United States

Age 54 yr Today

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TL;DR

Timbaland, born Timothy Zachary Mosley on March 10, 1972 in Norfolk, Virginia, is a Grammy-winning hip-hop producer and composer. In the late 1990s, he produced for Missy Elliott and Aaliyah. Later, he worked on Justin Timberlake’s FutureSex/LoveSounds 2006 and Nelly Furtado’s Loose 2006. His film scores include Romeo Must Die 2000 and Lara Croft: Tomb Raider 2001. He married Monique Idlett in 2008.

Identity & family.

KIN · 2

Names, aliases, and relatives of Timbaland — birth name, kin, and personal ties.

Native Name Timothy Zachary Mosley

Nicknames Timbo, Thomas Crown, Mosley Musician

Aliases Tim Mosley, Timothy Mosley

SPOUSES: Monique Idlett
SIBLINGS: Sebastian

At a glance.

STATS

Timbaland by the numbers — life, work, and family.

54 Age

32 Film credits

2 Books

2 Awards

1 Marriage

Who is Timbaland?

BIOGRAPHY

Timbaland — early life, career, personal life, and legacy.

Early life

At age 15, Timbaland was shot while working at a Red Lobster in Norfolk, Virginia, leaving him paralyzed for nearly a year. During that time he learned to DJ using his left hand. He attended Salem High School, where he graduated, and also Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, where he met future collaborators Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams. His younger brother Sebastian was born in 1980.

Career

Timbaland started as hip-hop DJ DJ Timmy Tim and later formed the duo Timbaland & Magoo with rapper Magoo. He produced for Missy Elliott and Aaliyah, leading to his breakthrough. After Aaliyah’s death in 2001, he took a break from music. He scored films Romeo Must Die 2000, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider 2001, and Doctor Dolittle 1998. His work on Justin Timberlake’s FutureSex/LoveSounds 2006 and Nelly Furtado’s Loose 2006 made him a top producer. He won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song for Say My Name with Destiny’s Child and was named to the Time 100 list in 2008.

Personal life

Timbaland married Monique Idlett on June 10, 2008 in a private ceremony, followed by a larger celebration in Aruba on June 22 attended by Missy Elliott, Omarion, and others. They have a daughter named Reign, born November 27, 2007. From a previous relationship, he has two sons, Demetrius and Frankie. He became engaged to Idlett in 2006. He remains close friends with Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams.

Legacy

Timbaland shaped the sound of late 1990s and early 2000s pop music with his innovative production style, using syncopated rhythms and unconventional samples. He inspired a generation of producers. He was named to the Time 100 list in 2008. He continues to produce and mentor new artists.

Filmography.

FILMS · 32

Browse the complete filmography of Timbaland — every film, TV show, and documentary credit, ranked by popularity.

TV

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

2014
TV

Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen

2009
TV

Saturday Night Live

1975
TV

Empire

2015
TV

Tamron Hall

2019
TV

The Ellen DeGeneres Show

2003
TV

MTV Video Music Awards

1984
TV

The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

1992
TV

So You Think You Can Dance

2005
TV

Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out

2005
TV

Desus & Mero

2019
TV

Show Me the Money

2012
TV

VH1 Top 20 Video Countdown

2003
TV

The Defiant Ones

2017

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Awards & honors.

AWARDS · 2

Every award, honor, and recognition received by Timbaland — Grammys, hall-of-fame inductions, civic honors, lifetime achievements.

Grammy Award for Best R&B Song
Time 100

Bibliography.

BOOKS · 2

Timbaland's bibliography — every authored, edited, and co-written book, ranked by edition count.

Amazon

The Emperor of Sound

by Timbaland et al.
Amazon

Nighttime Symphony

by Timbaland

Notable quotes.

QUOTES · 1

A wall of memorable lines from Timbaland — lyrics, interviews, and off-the-cuff remarks captured over a lifetime.

When I Look Back at My Songs, I Look at the Colors I See My Music as Paintings.

Did you know?

FACTS · 8

Little-known facts about Timbaland — origins, oddities, and behind-the-scenes details from a public life.

A top hip hop producer of the last 10 years, Timbaland made beats for Jay-Z, Ludacris, Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado, Rihanna, and Brandy Norwood.
Timbaland worked alongside Missy Elliott and Magoo, forming the duo Timbaland & Magoo with Magoo. He started as hip hop DJ DJ Timmy Tim. He was a close friend and collaborator of Aaliyah; after her death, he took time away from music. He remains close friends with Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams.
Producer and rapper.
Timbaland has two sons, Demetrius and Frankie, from a previous relationship. He became engaged to publicist Monique Idlett in 2006, and on November 27, 2007, his first daughter, Reign, was born. He married Idlett on June 10, 2008 in a private ceremony, with a larger celebration on June 22 in Aruba that included guests Missy Elliott, Omarion, Magoo, Keri Hilson, Ginuwine, and about 300 others.
At age 15, he worked at a Red Lobster but was shot so severely that he was paralyzed for nearly a year. During that time, he learned to DJ using his left hand.
Graduated from Salem High School.
His younger brother, Sebastian, was born in 1980.
Attended Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, Virginia with Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams.

You wanted to know.

FAQ · 30

Quick answers to the questions readers ask most about Timbaland.

When was Timbaland born?

Timbaland was born on March 10, 1972. His birth name is Timothy Zachary Mosley.
Where was Timbaland born?

Timbaland was born in Norfolk, Virginia, USA. He grew up in the Norfolk area and attended school in Virginia Beach.
How old is Timbaland?

Timbaland is 54 years old as of 2025. He was born on March 10, 1972.
What is Timbaland's birth name?

Timbaland’s birth name is Timothy Zachary Mosley. He is also known by the nicknames Timbo, Thomas Crown, and Mosley Musician.
What does Timbaland do for a living?

Timbaland works as a recording artist, composer, and music crew member. He is primarily known as a hip-hop and R&B producer.
What nationality is Timbaland?

Timbaland is an American. He holds United States citizenship and was born in Norfolk, Virginia.
What language does Timbaland speak?

Timbaland’s native language is English. He was born and raised in the United States.
Who is Timbaland married to?

Timbaland is married to Monique Idlett. They wed on June 10, 2008 in a private ceremony and later held a larger celebration in Aruba.
Does Timbaland have any siblings?

Yes, Timbaland has a younger brother named Sebastian, who was born in 1980.
Where did Timbaland go to school?

Timbaland attended Salem High School, from which he graduated. He also attended Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, where he met Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams.
What awards has Timbaland won?

Timbaland has won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song and was named to the Time 100 list. He has received multiple other nominations throughout his career.
How many major awards has Timbaland won?

Timbaland has won two major awards: a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song and a place on the Time 100 list. The Grammy came from his work on Say My Name with Destiny’s Child.
What movies has Timbaland contributed music to?

Timbaland composed for Romeo Must Die 2000, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider 2001, and Doctor Dolittle 1998. His music also appeared in films like Real Steel.
What is Timbaland's Instagram?

Timbaland’s Instagram handle is @timbaland. He is also active on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube under the same handle.
How tall is Timbaland?

Timbaland is 5 feet 7 inches tall, which is 1.70 meters. His height is often noted in his public profiles.
What are some of Timbaland's nicknames?

Timbaland is known by the nicknames Timbo, Thomas Crown, and Mosley Musician. These reflect his various roles in the music industry.
What aliases does Timbaland use?

Timbaland uses the aliases Tim Mosley and Timothy Mosley. He often uses these professionally and in credit roles.
Is Timbaland married?

Yes, Timbaland is married to Monique Idlett. They have been married since June 10, 2008 and have a daughter together.
Does Timbaland have children?

Yes, Timbaland has three children: two sons, Demetrius and Frankie, from a previous relationship, and a daughter, Reign, born November 27, 2007 with Monique Idlett.
What high school did Timbaland attend?

Timbaland attended Salem High School and also Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach. At Princess Anne, he met future collaborators Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams.
How did Timbaland start his career?

Timbaland began as a hip-hop DJ known as DJ Timmy Tim. He later formed the duo Timbaland & Magoo with rapper Magoo and gained fame producing for Missy Elliott and Aaliyah.
Who has Timbaland collaborated with?

Timbaland has produced for Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado, Rihanna, Missy Elliott, Aaliyah, and many others. His collaborations span hip-hop, R&B, and pop.
What was Timbaland's childhood incident?

At age 15, Timbaland was shot while working at a Red Lobster in Norfolk. He was paralyzed for nearly a year and learned to DJ using his left hand during recovery.
Who is Timbaland's close friend and collaborator?

Timbaland was a close friend and collaborator of Aaliyah. He also maintains close friendships with Missy Elliott and Pharrell Williams, whom he met in high school.
When did Timbaland get married?

Timbaland married Monique Idlett on June 10, 2008 in a private ceremony. A larger celebration with about 300 guests took place in Aruba on June 22, 2008.
What is Timbaland's daughter's name?

Timbaland’s daughter with Monique Idlett is named Reign. She was born on November 27, 2007.
What is Timbaland's real full name?

Timbaland’s full real name is Timothy Zachary Mosley. He is sometimes credited as Tim Mosley or Timothy Mosley.
Did Timbaland work at Red Lobster?

Yes, at age 15 Timbaland worked at a Red Lobster in Norfolk, Virginia. He was severely shot there and paralyzed for nearly a year.
What duo was Timbaland part of?

Timbaland was part of the duo Timbaland & Magoo with rapper Magoo. They released albums together in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
What is Timbaland's connection to Aaliyah?

Timbaland was a close friend and frequent producer for Aaliyah. After her death in a 2001 plane crash, he took a break from music to grieve.

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