Britney Spears Denounces Kevin Federline’s Memoir Claims as ‘Extremely Hurtful’
Britney Spears has publicly responded to her ex-husband Kevin Federline’s allegations made in his forthcoming memoir. She described his portrayal of her as “extremely hurtful and exhausting.” The memoir, titled You Thought You Knew, centers on their tumultuous marriage and subsequent divorce in 2007, including their ongoing custody battle over their two sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James.
Key Allegations in Kevin Federline’s Memoir
In his book, Federline claims he witnessed troubling behavior from Spears, including allegations that she used cocaine while breastfeeding. He also narrates a distressing incident where their sons allegedly found her standing silently with a knife. Federline shared these allegations in an excerpt published by the New York Times.
Impact of Conservatorship
Federline further discusses Spears’ conservatorship, which lasted from 2008 to 2021. This arrangement placed significant control of her life and finances in the hands of her father, prompting the #FreeBritney movement. In his book, Federline suggests that fans should shift their focus to a new “Save Britney” movement, emphasizing concerns about her well-being.
Britney Spears’ Reaction
Responding on social media, Spears condemned the public allegations, emphasizing the pain caused by what she called “constant gaslighting” from her ex-husband. She expressed her desire for a loving relationship with her sons, noting the difficulty of parenting teenagers amidst their strained interactions.
- Spears mentioned spending only 45 minutes with one son in five years.
- The other son has visited her just four times in the same period.
Expressing her frustration, Spears stated, “Trust me, those white lies in that book, they are going straight to the bank and I am the only one who genuinely gets hurt here.” She emphasized her commitment to a private life since her conservatorship ended.
The Financial Aspects of the Allegations
In the context of Federline’s memoir release, a spokesperson for Spears commented on the financial motivations behind the revelations. The spokesperson lamented that Federline, and others, seem to profit from such sensational stories, particularly after the conclusion of his child support payments.
Spears’ own memoir, The Woman in Me, highlights her experiences during the custody battle. In it, she claims Federline tried to portray her as unstable to gain an advantage in their legal conflicts.
