9 Britney Spears Controversy That Makes A Shot (PHOTOS)
Recently, the documentary film Framing Britney Spears succeeded in making a scene. The film, which The New York Times discusses about the popularity and controversy in the life of Britney Spears.
One of them is the case of conservatory or strict supervision attached to Britney since 2008 ago. It's no secret that Britney's father, Jamie Spears, has been in control of her daughter's life for more than a decade.
In mid-2020, the Toxic singer tried to break free from his father's control. This is what makes the #FreeBritney movement intensively voiced by fans.
That's not the only controversy throughout Britney Spears' career. There are many other polemics that adorn his life. Anything?
1. Accused of Cheating
It is undeniable, Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears became one of the young couples who were hailed in the early 2000s. Not surprisingly, when the relationship between the two ran aground, the public was immediately excited.
Moreover, Justin claims that Britney cheated on him. The former NSYNC personnel also flicked his ex-lover through the song Cry Me A River. This, of course, immediately tarnished the good name of Britney, who at that time was on the rise. But lately Justin apologized and said that his actions were not right.
"I would especially like to apologize to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson individually, because I care and respect these women and I know I failed," Justin wrote on Instagram.
2. Sexy Pose on Rolling Stone Cover
At the beginning of her career, Britney had an image as a sweet and innocent girl. The 90s teen idol also appeared in Disney's The All-New Mickey Mouse Club.
In 1999, Britney successfully stirred the public when she appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. Britney's innocent girl image seemed to be erased after she appeared sexy in the magazine.
3. Performing with a Snake on the VMA Stage
Britney's appearance at the 2001 Video Music Awards (VMA) became one of the most unforgettable controversies. At that time, Britney performed her hit song, I am A Slave 4 U.
Wearing her iconic green sexy dress, Britney not only sings and dances on stage. The woman who was born on December 2, 1981, also danced with a yellow python on her shoulder. This was one of the most iconic stage performances in VMA history.
4. Want to Keep Virgin
In an interview in 1999 ago, Britney claimed that she was still a virgin. Britney who was 18 years old at the time said that she would not have sex before marriage.
"Yes, I'm a virgin. Of course I will try not to have sex until I get married. I want to wait for someone special," said Britney as quoted by the Daily Mail.
However, in an interview with W magazine in 2003, Britney stated that she was no longer a virgin. At that time, Britney said that she had only slept with one man, namely Justin Timberlake.
"I've only slept with one man in my entire life. I think he (Justin) is the person I've been waiting for. But I was wrong!” said Britney.
5. Kissing Madonna
In the early 2000s, Britney continued to rise. Whatever he did immediately became a hot topic of discussion. Including when performing on stage at the 2003 VMAs with Madonna and Christina Aguilera.
At that time they performed the song Like A Virgin. At the end of her performance, Britney kissed Madonna. This immediately became a hot discussion. In fact, the public seemed to forget that Christina also appeared with them and kissed Madonna.
6. Married 55 Hours Only
If brides generally wear their best clothes to get married, it's different with Britney Spears. She wore a casual shirt, denim pants complete with a baseball cap when she married Jason Alexander in January 2004, at the Little White Wedding Chapel, Las Vegas, United States.
Unfortunately, 55 hours (two days and seven hours) later, Britney canceled her wedding with her childhood friend.
7. Britney Shaved Her Hair
The year 2007 seemed to be the toughest moment in Britney's life. At that time Britney suddenly walked into a hair salon in Los Angeles, California and shaved her own hair in front of the paparazzi cameras.
Reporting from the Huffington Post, Britney decided this after she was not allowed to meet her two sons, Jayden and Sean Federline. At that time Britney began to get drunk and always spend time in nightclubs.
Eventually he had to be rehabilitated in Antigua. However, one day passed he immediately returned to LA to meet his son. Her ex-husband, Kevin Federline and his manager set conditions that are not easy for Britney.
They demanded that Britney go to rehab in Malibu if she wanted to meet Jayden and Sean. That's what frustrated Britney and chose to shave her hair.
8. Become a Paparazzi
As a pop star, Britney's life is never far from the spotlight of the camera. He is always the food of the paparazzi. In fact, in an interview Britney admitted that she was fed up with it.
"Yes, that's my wish. I want them not to bother me. You should know that we are human too. And we need privacy and respect," Britney said in an interview with NBC.
9. Trying to Get Out of Dad's Control
Since 2008, Britney's father Jamie Spears has been closely monitoring his daughter. In fact, he is also reportedly in control of the finances and career of the Oops I Did It Agan singer.
This infuriated the fans. Moreover, rumors circulated that Jamie physically abused Britney's children. The hashtag #FreeBritney has also been widely discussed on social media.
The case went to court. Monday, August 17, 2020 Britney filed her lawsuit. In court documents Britney said she strongly opposed her 68-year-old father as the sole conservator of her career and finances.
