Here's a test for the strength of Justin Timberlake's cool - can it stand his involvement in a global programme of McDonalds ads? Timerlake's first McDonalds ad aired in Germany yesterday and music fans the world over will soon be able to see him singing in support of the Big Mac. As previously reported McDonalds will also sponsor Timberlake's upcoming European tour while the star will get involved with the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Meanwhile fellow N Sync member Lance Bass has been confirmed as 'youth spokesperson' on World Space Week 2003, a UN organised event encouraging people to get enthusiastic about space exploration. Bass, of course, hoped to go into space on a Russian mission to the International Space Station last year, but had to pull out when his financial backers failed to stump up the cash in time.
Commenting on Space Week Bass told reporters: "For decades, spaceflight has been the privilege of a select few. And while those pioneers explored new frontiers and inspired us with their amazing achievements, now is the time to open that horizon to everyone. By engaging students in the science and engineering of space flight, we're empowering a new generation with the skills needed to explore the frontiers of space and achieve their dreams."