Bring It On's Gabrielle Union gives props toCheer's season 2 breakout star

Gabrielle Unionfound herself reflecting on her days inBring It Onwhile watchingCheeron Netflix. One of its breakout stars from season 2, in particular, was giving her the feels. “Black girls aren’t allowed to be angry certainly not demonstratively angry and I muzzled her.” ‘Bring It On’ star Gabrielle Union penned a tribute to ‘Cheer’ season 2 breakout Jada Wooten.Universal Studios; Netflix “I see a woman who inspires, uplifts, teaches, and WINS!!...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 121 words · John Knox

Britini D'Angelo reacts to Kyland's move against her onBig Brother

The fourth time was not the charm for Britini D’Angelo. Which time going up on the block was the hardest? And whom did she want to target as well as sit next to at the end? CBS So, to be honest with you, not very surprised. I felt like he put me up to complete his HOA reign. [Laughs]But you know what? It was only his personal game move. So I have to respect it....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 260 words · Lawrence Carrillo

Britney Spears addresses court this week: Where her conservatorship case stands

This story has been updated with new reporting fromThe New York Times. It’s been a while, butBritney Spearsis ready to break the ice. Britney Spears has not given an interview in years and rarely elected to speak in court. Britney Spears shooting the ‘Lucky’ music video in 2000.FX Britney Spears.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 51 words · Adam Byrd

Britney Spears called 911 to report conservatorship abuse the night before court testimony

A New Yorker story by Ronan Farrow and Jia Tolentino reveals new details of Spears' conservatorship. In court, Spears publicly stated her desire to end the conservatorship for the first time. “The whole process was maybe ten minutes,” Butcher says he recalls. Britney Spears.Phillip Faraone/FilmMagic “No one testified. No questions were asked.” “I don’t know what to think…. It’s a lot of pain, a lot of worry.” you’re able to read Farrow and Tolentino’s full story atThe New Yorker....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 79 words · Javier Jones

Britney Spears does celebratory cartwheels as judge rules she can hire 'real' conservatorship lawyer

Spears celebrates the decision in a sweet Instagram post filled with cartwheels and horseback riding. “I feel GRATITUDE and BLESSED ! God bless you all ! Image Group LA/Disney Channel via Getty Images Penny’s decision comes three weeks after Spearsdelivered her own public, explosive testimonyin the 13-year conservatorship arrangement. Sam Ingham, a court-appointed attorney, had previously represented Spears since the beginning of the conservatorship in 2008.

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 66 words · Jessica Sanchez

Britney Spears gives post-conservatorship update, teases potential Oprah interview

Is the pop star going to “go and set things square” in a sit-down with Oprah Winfrey? Britney Spearsis stronger than yesterday, and she has plenty to say now thather conservatorship has finally ended. “That’s a really long time to be in a situation you don’t want to be in. Britney Spears.Steve Granitz/WireImage It’s really nice.” Representatives for Winfrey and CBS did not immediately respond to EW’s request for comment....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Samuel Stark

Britney Spears granted permission to hire her own lawyer in conservatorship case

After 13 years,Britney Spearshas finally been granted permission to hire her own lawyer in her conservatorship case. And I would like to be able to do that." Jamie has been Britney’s primary conservator since the arrangement’s inception. Britney Spears.Phillip Faraone/FilmMagic The week after Spears' testimony, Bessemer Trustrequested, and was granted, its removal as conservator. The resignation filing stated that the company “has heard the Conservatee and respects her wishes.”

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 69 words · April Williams

Britney Spears is free

After 13 years of living under a conservatorship, the 39-year-old pop icon has been granted her independence. Britney Spearsis overprotected no more. Under the conservatorship, the pop star released four albums, including 2008’sCircusand her most recent, 2016’sGlory. Britney Spears.Kevin Winter/Getty Images He threw another curveball weeks later,filing a petitionto end the conservatorship altogether. “Our investigation into financial mismanagement and other issues will continue,” he said. He predicted that those files would “reveal corruption” on the part of Jamie and his lawyers....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 99 words · Lauren Cherry

Britney Spears opens up after court appearance: 'I was embarrassed to share what happened to me'

Britney Spearsis speaking out after her emotional court appearance on Wednesday. I think that’s what we all strive for ! I apologize for pretending like I’ve been ok the past two years … I did it because of my pride and I was embarrassed to share what happened to me." As a result of her experience, she says she’s going to read more fairytales. Spears has not given an interview in years and rarely elected to speak in court before Wednesday....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 178 words · Joseph Reid

Britney Spears says she's 'deeply flattered,' but 'these documentaries are so hypocritical'

The curious case ofBritney Spearscontinues to evolve, this time with a lengthy Instagram caption from the singer. I’m deeply flattered ! I’ve had waaaayyyy more amazing times in my life and unfortunately my friends … Britney Spears shooting the ‘Lucky’ music video in 2000.FX I think the world is more interested in the negative ! In February, the documentaryFraming Britney Spearspremiered as part of FX’s standalone doc seriesThe New York Times Presents....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 221 words · Veronica Coffey

Britney Spears says she's 'taking a little break from social media' after deleting Instagram page

Fans were wondering what happened after the pop star’s Instagram page vanished Tuesday. Britney Spearshas hit pause on Instagram. “Don’t worry folks…just taking a little break from social media to celebrate my engagement ! Britney Spears.Isaac Brekken/Getty Images I’ll be back soon,” she wrote on Twitter, accompanied by her signature string of emojis. “Growing up in a world where basically almost everything I did was controlled by someone else… I hope this message gets to people who have been confused or manipulated by a system !...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · Jordan Mcdaniel

Britney Spears signs massive book deal for tell-all memoir

The deal is reportedly worth as much as $15 million, according to published reports. But the curtain is about to finally be pulled back on the full story. A representative for Simon & Schuster did not immediately respond toEW’s request for comment. Britney Spears has reportedly landed a multi-million dollar book deal with Simon & Schuster to write a memoir.lester Cohen/Getty A rep and lawyer for Spears have also not responded to requests for comment....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 134 words · Andrea Lopez

Britney Spears speaks in court: 'I just want my life back'

The pop star publicly addressed the conservatorship she has lived under for the past 13 years. After more than a decade of silence,Britney Spearshas finally spoken publicly about her conservatorship. “I just want my life back,” Spears said, appearing remotely in court. Britney Spears and her father, Jamie Spears.Image Group LA/Disney Channel via Getty Images; VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images (Audio of the hearing was streamed live online.) “It’s been 13 years and it’s been enough....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Sarah Thomas