Justin Timberlake Denies Calling Britney A 'B*tch'

Justin Timberlake has denied claims that he called ex-girlfriend Britney Spears 'a b*tch.'

The Suit & Tie singer was accused of making the slur against Spears when performing at a New Orleans Super Bowl show on Saturday (February 2) - when introducing his track Cry Me A River, which is thought to be about his split from Brit.

It is strongly rumoured that Spears cheated on Justin with choreographer Wade Robson in 2002, but neither Timberlake or the pop princess have ever commented on the reports.

Before launching into the heartfelt tune, Digital Spy has quoted JT as saying: "Sometimes in life, you think you found the one. But then one day you find out that she is just some b*tch!"

After receiving some criticism from Britney's fans on Twitter, the former NSYNC star took to the social-networking site to make clear that his remark was NOT about Spears.

Timberlake wrote: "Ok. I see you. Wouldn't disrespect ANYONE personally. Ever. #Relax #ItsBritneyB*tch I do love that saying though *with accent* #Respect."