Justin Baldoni, Britney Spears' old clip raises concerns amid legal drama

Justin Baldoni's old clip with Britney Spears has sparked concerns among fans due to the awkward encounter between the actor and singer.

As reported by Daily Mail, the video of the 40-year-old actor-director and the singer from the CW series Jane the Virgin has resurfaced on social media after several years of its release.

In the viral clip, Justin is seen sharing an uncomfortable hug with Britney, which seemingly leaves her confused and intimate.

The Grammy-winning pop star appeared in the second season of the show, which initially aired on November 9, 2015.

At that time, Justin and Britney had not shared the screen together, but they interacted on the set of their drama series.

In a previous interview with Fuse magazine, the father-of-two also confessed that his first interaction with Britney was quite strange.

"Because I had tweeted her and she had tweeted me back, I'd gone up to her, so in my mind we were friends - but we weren't, I went up and I gave her a big hug and I think I scared her," Justin added.

The American actor stated, "Did I just harass Britney Spears?"

As the old clip gained popularity on social media, fans began speculating about the actor's unethical behaviour towards his celebrity co-actors.

However, the Everwood actor and his representatives have not publicly commented on this matter.

This report came after Justin's It Ends With Us co-star accused him of sexually harassing her in multiple ways and running a smear campaign against her during the production of the movie. 

Blake Lively filed the lawsuit in federal court California on December 20. 

Following her bombshell allegations, Justin Baldoni has also sued the actress and filed a counter-lawsuit against her.

Britney Spears Dances On Instagram After Fleeing Los Angeles Fires

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Singer Britney Spears was back on Instagram dancing the night away after previously evacuating the Los Angeles fires.

The "Toxic" singer revealed that she had been without electricity for several days before she decided to leave her home and head to a hotel four hours away.

Britney Spears Evacuated Her Home Due To L.A. Fires

On January 9, the "Oops!... I Did It Again" singer shared a clip of a pair of bejeweled shoes. In the caption, she let her followers know that while she was thankfully okay, she had been without power for the past few days and was heading to a hotel to escape the flames.

"I hope you are all doing OK !!! I had to evacuate my home and I'm driving 4 hours to a hotel !!! I'm posting these adorable shoes to lift people's spirits !!!" she wrote in the caption. "Most people may not even be on their phones !!! I wasn't the past two days because I had no electricity to charge and I just got my phone back !!! I pray you're all doing well and I send my love!!!"

Britney Dances On Instagram Following Her Evacuation

On Saturday night, the "Crossroads" actress looked to be in good spirits as she spun around in front of the camera wearing a pink spotted dress and black heels. Her long blonde hair whipped around her face as she moved, twirling around in front of the camera.

In the caption, she shared a short prayer, seemingly addressing the devastation that many were experiencing in Los Angeles:

"'The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.' John 1:5. May you be strengthened and comforted in knowing that the light that has come into the world for us reaches into even the darkest of our corners."

"Gloria in Excelsis Deo — Glory to God in the highest!" she added.

The Eaton Fire Is One Of The Deadliest In California History

According to CNN's latest updates, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone spoke at a press conference on Sunday, January 12, warning that the fire threat in Los Angeles remains "very high" due to low relative humidities and low fuel moistures.

The Eaton Fire burning at the edge of the Angeles National Forest in Altadena, California, is also said to be 27% contained after burning through over 14 thousand acres so far. The Eaton Fire has quickly become one of the deadliest fires in the state's history, responsible for at least eleven deaths so far.

Britney Spears' BFF Paris Hilton Lost Her Home In Malibu

On January 8, Britney's close friend Paris Hilton let her followers know that she was "heartbroken beyond words" as she watched her Malibu beachfront property burn down on live television.

"Sitting with my family, watching the news, and seeing our home in Malibu burn to the ground on live TV is something no one should ever have to experience," she wrote in the caption.

"While the loss is overwhelming, I'm holding onto gratitude that my family and pets are safe. My heart and prayers are going out to every family affected by these fires. To all the people who have lost their homes, their memories, and their beloved pets," she continued.

She went on to write, "My heart aches for those still in harm's way or mourning greater losses. The devastation is unimaginable. To know so many are waking up today without the place they called home is truly heartbreaking."

Paris Hilton To Donate To Families Impacted By L.A. Wildfires

Paris Hilton is joining Jamie Lee Curtis and countless other celebrities in donating to wildfire relief efforts. "As a mom, I can't imagine the pain and fear of not having a safe place for your babies so I'm launching an emergency fund through my nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact to support displaced families with young children," she wrote.

"I am matching the first $100,000 of this fundraiser and personally contributing $100,000 directly to my nonprofit to support," she explained. "I am looking for others to donate and match alongside me to do our part!"

In the caption, she revealed that the donations will provide cash assistance to families, provide short-term housing and hotel stays to families with young children, deliver essential supplies to evacuation centers, and support local animal shelters.

She also revealed that she will be volunteering at an evacuation center this weekend as part of her pledge to help other families who have lost everything in the devasting wildfires that continue to sweep through the state.

26 Years Ago Today, Britney Spears Dropped ‘…Baby One More Time’—Here’s Why It’s Timeless

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On January 12, 1999, Britney Spears dropped her debut studio album, .Baby One More Time, which would usher in a new era for pop music.

Fast forward 26 years, and the title track of that album has reached an incredible feat: it has now streamed over 1 billion times on Spotify, further cementing its classic status.

A Groundbreaking Debut

Baby One More Time was an introduction of Britney Spears to the world, where many pop and dance tracks were included that won the hearts of people all over the world.

It reached the number one spot in the U.S. Billboard 200 and was certified two times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America after a month's release.

It reached number one in fifteen countries and sold more than 10 million copies within a year, making it the best-selling album ever by a teenager.

The Title Track's Enduring Legacy

The album's lead single ".Baby One More Time," became a cultural phenomenon. The video, which showed Spears dancing in a schoolgirl outfit, was ubiquitous and has since become iconic.

It reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks in January–February 1999 and has sold in excess of 10 million copies, making it one of the best-selling singles of all time.

Digital Milestone

It was a hit during the digital times, too. Recently, it reached over 1 billion streams on Spotify and became the second song by Britney Spears to reach this figure. This all over again points to the tremendous success of the track and its huge influence on popular culture.

Continuing Influence

The influence of Britney Spears goes beyond the music world. Her fashion, especially in the late 1990s and early 2000s, has indeed left an indelible mark on pop culture.

From low-rise denim to some very daring red carpet looks, Spears has been a true trendsetter, with her style evolution reflective of the dynamic nature of pop fashion.

As Britney Spears celebrates the 26th anniversary of her debut album, her legacy continues to inspire new generations of artists and fans. The enduring success of ".Baby One More Time" is a perfect example of how she has created a lasting impact on the music industry and popular culture.

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Justin Baldoni, Britney Spears resurfaced clip raises questions

Justin Baldoni and Britney Spears' first meeting did not go according to plan, as he revealed in a resurfaced clip.

The 40-year-old star appeared to be discussing the awkward experience in an 2017 interview, where he recalled the moment when Spears was a guest star in Jane the Virgin.

"I know she was a fan of the show. We were shooting and then a few of us that weren't in scenes with her came to watch one of her scenes. Because I had tweeted her and she had tweeted me back, I'd gone up to her [too], so in my mind we were friends, but we weren't. I went up and I gave her a big hug and I think I scared her," he told Fuse in a clip that is making rounds all over social media.

Following the uncomfortable interaction, the It Ends With Us star saw his co-stars laughing, which made him wonder, "Did I just harass Britney Spears?"

He went on to say, "I was a huge Britney Spears fan in high school…The guest star I was most excited to work with was Britney Spears. And then it turned out, I didn't get to work with her. And there was zero scenes with Rafael and Britney Spears — probably at her request."

The viral moment circulated on social media after Blake Lively filed a complaint of sexual assault, and launching a smear campaign, against her It Ends With Us co-star.

Baldoni responded days later with his own lawsuit, in which he sued The New York Times for $250 million after its reporting on Lively's legal action. 

‘Wicked’ director working on Britney Spears biopic says singer ‘will be very involved’ in the movie

After his triumph at the recent Golden Globes, "Wicked" director Jon Chu gave a brief update on the next movie he is working on, the biopic of pop superstar Britney Spears.

Following the success of the singer's memoir, "The Woman In Me," Universal Pictures acquired the rights to the book in August last year to capture her life and career in a biographical film.

In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Chu admitted they were still in the early days of production, but said Spears "will be very involved" in the process. He says he has ideas and an approach for the movie.

'The Woman in Me' receives commercial and critical success

In 2022, Spears signed a $15 million deal to write and publish a book about her life. In the United States alone, "The Woman In Me" has sold more than 2.5 million copies in hardcover, e-book, and audiobook formats.

The book chronicles her rise to fame, relationships, conservatorship, and regaining her freedom.

It was the most-streamed audiobook on Spotify in 2023 and was a New York Times bestseller. There are now more than three million copies in print globally.

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DORA MENDEZ Which actress will play Britney Spears?

There have been many rumors about which actress will be taking on the role of Spears, particularly on social media.

Names that have cropped up include celebrities such as Sabrina Carpenter, Tate McRae, Sydney Sweeney, Dove Cameron, Millie Bobby Brown and Florence Pugh.

Chu has commented on the matter, and says he is keeping an eye out for suggestions.

"I've seen all the fan castings and I always keep them in mind because there might be a good idea out there," said the director.

He adds they still need to determine the focus of the film before they can decide who the right person will be for the role.

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In an interview with Billboard, Chu revealed himself to be a huge admirer of the Princess of Pop.

"I've been a fan since I was young, and she was young, and it was one of 12 performances at the Shrine Auditorium. So I want to do her justice and tell her story properly," he said.

Since the project is still in its early stages of development, Universal Pictures has not yet announced a date for the film's release. The movie has also not yet been cast.

However, the studio says Spears will play a major role in selecting the actors, as she will have to give her full approval to the casting, including the coveted role of the multi-award-winning artist.

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Britney Spears’ Prenup Left Her Ex-Husband Sam Asghari With a Shocking Amount of Money

Since their wedding in 2022, there have been questions about Britney Spears' prenup with Sam Asghari and how she protected her estate now that her 13-year-long conservatorship is over.

Britney and Sam, a model and actor, met on the set of the music video for her single, "Slumber Party," in 2016. Britney announced in an Instagram post on Sunday, September 12, that she and Sam were engaged after five years of dating. "I can't fucking believe it 💍💍💍💍💍💍❣️!!!!!!" she captioned a video of her showing her ring before kissing her fiancé. Britney and Sam married on June 9, 2022, at their home in Los Angeles, California.

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The wedding was attended by around 60 guests, including Madonna, Selena Gomez, Drew Barrymore, Maria Menounos, Paris Hilton, as well as Hilton's mother, Kathy Hilton, and husband, Carter Reum. Britney's attorney, Mathew Rosengart—who was responsible for terminating Britney's conservatorship in November 2021—also attended the nuptials. "Britney walked herself down the aisle. She looked absolutely stunning in her main dress," a source told People at the time. "She cried happy tears at some moments."

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Britney's father, Jamie Spears; mother, Lynn Spears; sister, Jamie Lynn Spears; and brother, Bryan Spears, didn't attend the wedding. Her sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James—whom she shares with her ex-husba nd, Kevin Federline—were also absent from the nuptials. "[Preston and Jayden] are happy for their mom and they are hopeful that Sam and Britney are starting a great future together," Mark Vincent Kaplan, Federline's attorney, told People at the time. "It's their night and they didn't want to take away from them."

A year after their wedding, TMZ broke the news in August 2023 that Britney and Sam had split after he accused her of cheating him, which led to a fight between them. After the fight, Sam moved out of his and Britney's house and into his own place. "It's only a matter of time before Sam files for divorce," a source told TMZ.

The news came three months after TMZ reported in another article that Britney and Sam were having marriage issues, including Britney getting physical with Sam and the two having frequent screaming matches. Sources also told TMZ at the time that Britney and Sam's fights had become so intense that security had to intervene.

But back to Britney Spears' prenup with Sam Asghari. What is Britney and Sam have a prenuptial agreement? Read on for what we know about Britney Spears' prenup before her wedding to Sam Asghari and how it compares to her past husbands.

What's in Britney Spears' prenup with Sam Asghari?

What's in Britney Spears' prenup with Sam Asghari? TMZ reported in June 2022 that Britney and Sam signed a prenup stating that Sam wouldn't receive any money Britney made before their wedding date if they divorced in the future.

Sam confirmed in an Instagram Story in September 2021 that he and Britney had plans to sign an "iron-clad prenup" after their engagement that month. His post came after thousands of fans, including actress Octavia Spencer, told Britney to sign a prenup before she married Sam. "Make him sign a prenup," Octavia commented at the time on Britney's engagement post. In response to the comments, Sam took to his Instagram to joke about how he and Britney planned to sign a prenup to "protect his jeep and shoe collection." He wrote, "Thank you everyone who is concerned about The Prenup! Of course we're getting [an] iron clad prenup to protect my jeep and shoe collection in case she dumps me one day." He accompanied his post with two laughing emojis.

That same month, Britney's attorney, Mathew Rosengart, filed court documents to remove her father, Jamie Spears, as her conservator, so he wouldn't have any involvement in her prenuptial agreement with Sam. "Ms. Spears and the undersigned counsel are in the process of engaging a family law attorney to craft a prenuptial agreement," Rosengart said in a court filing at the time. "The prenuptial agreement process will require communications with and cooperation from the Conservator of her Estate but, as referenced above and well-established on record, given that Ms. Spears's relationship with that Conservator (her father) is broken, Mr. Spears's continued involvement would impede the ability to negotiate and consummate a contract that all can agree is in Ms. Spears's best interests."

A source told Us Weekly in May 2022 that prenup negotiations between Britney and Sam were taking "longer than usual." "The talks have been taking longer than usual," the insider said. "Sam wants substantial increases for every fives years they are married, should it end." The source claimed that the discussions were taking "longer than usual" because Sam "doesn't" want to "end up penniless if they separate." Despite the long negotiations, the insider added that Britney and Sam's legal teams remained "respectable" throughout the process.  "Britney's staying out of the entire process," the source said. "She's just letting her lawyers hash it out with Sam's team."

According to Us Weekly, Britney and Sam's prenup states that Sam will receive "$1 million per every two years of their marriage," with a cap of $10 million after 15 years. Sam also waived any claims to Britney's music catalog and his name wasn't on the deed of their shared home. Instead, the couple agreed to put the house into a limited liability company (LLC.) A source told Us Weekly at the time Britney and Sam signed their prenup that Britney found the details of the document "overwhelming."

A source told TMZ in August 2023, however, that Britney's prenup states that Sam receives no money in the event of the divorce, as well as prevents him from seeking spousal support. He can, however, keep any gifts or cars that Britney gave him throughout their marriage. The sources also told TMZ that Britney's prenup has an "extensive confidentiality clause" that prohibits Sam from talking about his relationship with Britney. The sources also predicted to TMZ that Britney and Sam will likely negotiate a deal, where he'll receive several hundred thousand dollars in exchange for another confidentiality clause that will require Sam to return any money if he violates the non-disclosure agreement.

After Britney and Sam's separation in August 2023, a source told Page Six that Sam was "attempting to negotiate concessions beyond his prenup and threatening to go public with extraordinarily embarrassing information about Britney unless he gets paid." The inside continued, "So that's what Sam is focused on."

Another source claimed that Britney's team has "protected" her amid her divorce from Sam and that "parting will be respectful." It's blackmail and it'll never happen," the source said. Another source confirmed to Page Six after Britney and Sam's wedding in 2022 that their prenup is in her favor. "Britney and Sam signed a prenup in her favor," the insider said. "Any money she made before the wedding is protected."

A representative for Sam denied the claims in a statement to E! News in August 2023. "There are many claims that Sam is challenging the prenup and threatening to exploit his ex-wife with videos," the representative said. "However, all these claims are false, as no negative intention has ever been directed towards her and never will be." The representative continued, "Sam has always and will always support her."

The statement came after Sam broke his silence on his divorce from Britney in an Instagram Story on August 17, 2023. "After 6 years of love and commitment to each other my wife and I have decided to end our journey together," he wrote. "We will hold onto the love and respect we have for each other and I wish her the best always. Shit happens. Asking for privacy seems rediculous [sic] so I will just ask for everyone including media to be kind and thoughtful."

Before her marriage to Sam, Britney was married to Kevin Federline from 2004 to 2007. The former couple share two sons: Sean Preston and Jayden James. According to TMZ, Kevin and Britney signed a prenup before their marriage. After their divorce, Kevin received a $1.3 million settlement, as well as $20,000 per month child support. Britney also had to pay $250,000 to Kevin in lawyer fees. Britney was also married to Jason Allen Alexander for 55 hours in 2005, however, their marriage was annulled.

What is Britney Spears' net worth?

Britney Spears' net worth is an estimated $60 million, according to Forbes. However, Celebrity Net Worth reports that Britney Spears' net worth is even higher at $70 million. This figure is only a slight increase from her net worth a few years ago according to court documents obtained by Entertainment Tonight, which found Britney Spears' net worth to be $59,079,755.76 at the end of 2018.

In 2018, Forbes reported that Britney earned $30 million that year. Much of her income in 2018 came from music sales, her Las Vegas residency, "Britney: Piece of Me," which ran from December 2013 to 2017, as well as her successful perfumes, including Fantasy and Curious. The Hollywood Reporter reported in 2013 that Britney earned $30 million that year in perfume sales alone. As for her Las Vegas show, Forbes reported in 2017 that Britney grossed more than $103 million across less than 250 shows. On the TV side, The Wrap reported in 2012 that Britney was paid $15 million for her role as a judge on FOX's The X Factor.

All of these earnings occurred during Britney's conservatorship was created in February 2008 and was terminated in November 2021. At the time the conservatorship was created, Britney's father, Jamie, and her attorney, Andrew Wallet, were assigned as her co-conservators. In March 2019, Wallet resigned as Britney's co-conservator, leaving Jamie as the sole conservator over Britney's estate. A conservatorship is known as a legal guardianship and is granted to those who are incapable of making decisions, such as someone with a mental disability or dementia. As her conservator, Jamie exercised full control over Britney's financial and personal decisions. The conservatorship also granted him access to her medical records, allowing him to limit visitors for her, negotiate opportunities and manage her financial assets. (Wallet previously had control over the financial side of Britney's life before he resigned.)

Britney's financial decisions have been well-documented in court records throughout the years. According to documents obtained by Entertainment Tonight in 2019, Britney spent $400,000 on living expenses in 2018, which included $66,000 on household supplies and $70,000 in travel. Britney's largest expense in 2018 were her legal and conservatorship fees, which amounted to $1.1 million. Jamie received $128,000 as Britney's conservator in 2018. In November 2021, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Brenda J. Penny ruled that Britney's conservatorship was officially terminated. The decision was made after the court found that Britney was capable of managing her own multi-million-dollar estate and determined that the circumstances that led to her conservatorship's creation in 2008 are no longer relevant. "The court finds and determines that the conservatorship of the person and the estate is no longer required therefore effective today…it's hereby terminated," Judge Penny said in court.

What is Sam Asghari's net worth?

What is Sam Asghari's net worth? Sam Asghari's net worth is $250,000, according to Celebrity Net Worth. His net worth includes income from his acting and modeling career. Since his appearance in Britney's "Slumber Party" music video, Sam has starred in TV shows like Black Monday, NCIS and Hacks. He's also posed for the cover of Iron Man magazine and is the founder of his own fitness website, Asghari Fitness, which charges customers $9 per week or $468 per year.

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For more about Britney Spears, check out her first and only memoir, The Woman in Me. The book, which is described as a "brave and astonishingly moving story about freedom, fame, motherhood, survival, faith, and hope," tells Britney's story for the first time in her words. The autobiography takes readers through Britney's career and fight for her freedom from her conservatorship in June 2021. "The Woman in Me reveals for the fir st time her incredible journey—and the strength at the core of one of the greatest performers in pop music history," the publisher's description reads. "Written with remarkable candor and humor, Spears's groundbreaking book illuminates the enduring power of music and love—and the importance of a woman telling her own story, on her own terms, at last."

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Justin Baldoni Recalls Awkward Hug With Britney Spears on ‘Jane the Virgin’ Set in Resurfaced Clip

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Justin Baldoni's experience meeting Britney Spears on set is being examined thanks to a resurfaced clip.

During a January 2017 interview with Fuse, Baldoni, 40, recalled an awkward moment when he interacted with the pop superstar while she was guest starring on Jane the Virgin.

"I know she was a fan of the show," he recalled. "We were shooting and then a few of us that weren't in scenes with her came to watch one of her scenes. Because I had tweeted her and she had tweeted me back, I'd gone up to her [too], so in my mind we were friends, but we weren't. I went up and I gave her a big hug and I think I scared her."

After the moment, Baldoni saw his costars laughing, leaving the actor wondering: "Did I just harass Britney Spears?"

The CW's Jane the Virgin was a telenovela-inspired romantic comedy that enthralled fans with its soapy plot twists and love triangles. Created by Jennie Snyder Urman, the Golden Globe-nominated TV show first came on the scene in 2014 and lasted for five seasons before its satisfying conclusion. The series' cast was led by Gina Rodriguez, Justin […]

"I was a huge Britney Spears fan in high school. What adolescent boy wasn't?" he asked. "The guest star I was most excited to work with was Britney Spears. And then it turned out, I didn't get to work with her. And there was zero scenes with Rafael and Britney Spears — probably at her request."

Baldoni played Rafael Solano in Jane the Virgin for nearly 100 episodes between 2014 and 2019. During season 2, the show welcomed Spears, 43, as a guest star where she played herself.

"I had tweeted her. I was going to bring a poster from her Live [From] Las Vegas tour to set and I didn't do that because I don't have one," Baldoni recalled. "I was joking. But I think she thought I was serious."

Us Weekly has reached out to Baldoni's team for comment on the video.

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The resurfaced clip comes as Baldoni finds himself in a legal battle with his It Ends With Us costar Blake Lively.

In December 2024, Lively, 37, sued Baldoni for sexual harassment. The lawsuit alleges that there was a meeting conducted to address Lively's claims that there was a "hostile work environment" on set. She also accused the actor of launching a "social manipulation" campaign against her to "destroy" her reputation.

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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's reported rift made headlines months before the It Ends With Us costars filed lawsuits. While Lively and Baldoni promoted the film in August 2024, rumors began swirling of an alleged feud between the pair. Fans noticed that Lively was promoting the movie with some of her costars while Baldoni, who […]

Baldoni's lawyer, Bryan Freedman, called Lively's accusations "completely false, outrageous and intentionally salacious" in a statement to Us, claiming that Lively filed the lawsuit to "fix her negative reputation" and "rehash a narrative" about the movie's production.

Baldoni hit back days later with his own lawsuit, where he was listed as one of the 10 plaintiffs suing The New York Times for $250 million after its reporting on Lively's legal filing. Baldoni's lawsuit alleged that Lively pursued a "strategic and manipulative" smear campaign against him and "cherry picked" communications while leaving out key details.

A spokesperson for The New York Times said that the publication is standing by the story and plans to "vigorously defend against the lawsuit."

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Britney Spears forced to evacuate $7.4m home due to LA wildfires

Britney Spears is the latest celeb to be hit by the LA wildfires, forcing her to evacuate her $7.4million Thousand Oaks mansion. The pop princess took to Instagram on Thursday night to share the heartbreaking news with her fans, posting a video of doll's feet and revealing she was driving four hours to a hotel.

In her caption, she wrote: "I hope you are all doing OK ! ! ! I had to evacuate my home and I'm driving 4 hours to a hotel ! ! ! Britney then explained the reason behind her 'quirky' video post, saying: " I'm posting these adorable shoes to lift people's spirits ! ! ! Most people may not even be on their phones ! ! !" she exclaimed. "I wasn't the past two days because I had no electricity to charge and I just got my phone back ! ! ! I pray you're all doing well and I send my love! ! !" she concluded, ending her message with a rose emoji.

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Prior to this, the singer last posted on social media on Tuesday, where she shared a series of snaps of herself looking stunning in an off-the-shoulder red dress. The raging fires have already destroyed over 10,000 buildings and structures, with several people tragically losing their lives.

Other celebs including Paris Hilton, Mark Owen, Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag have also seen their homes ravaged by the devastating fires. A heartbroken Paris took to Instagram to share the sad news of her home's destruction.

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"Heartbroken to find out what happened to my house by seeing that it was burned to the ground on live TV," she shared in a story. The celebrity went on to express her sorrow: "Sitting with my family, watching the news, and seeing our home in Malibu burn to the ground on live TV is something no one should ever have to experience," reports the Mirror.

She added, "This home was where we built so many precious memories. It's where Phoenix took his first steps and where we dreamed of building a lifetime of memories with London. While the loss is overwhelming, I'm holding onto gratitude that my family and pets are safe. My heart and prayers are going out to every family affected by these fires."

Heidi Montag shared the heartbreaking news that her home was wiped out after a massive 1,200-acre brush fire engulfed the Palisades neighbourhood on Tuesday morning. Heidi, along with husband Spencer and their two sons, managed to get to safety, yet they have tragically lost "everything".

There Was a Rumor Sam Asghari Also Cheated on Britney Spears Before Their Divorce

There Was a Rumor Sam Asghari Also Cheated on Britney Spears Before Their Divorce

They announced their breakup after 14 months of marriage, as he's rumored to have accused her of cheating. But now there's speculation that in fact, Sam Asghari cheated on Britney Spears years ago and this whole situation got a whole lot messier.

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Pop icon Spears and Asghari, a model and actor, met on the set of the music video for her single, "Slumber Party," in 2016. Britney announced in an Instagram post on Sunday, September 12, that she and Sam were engaged after five years of dating. "I can't f—king believe it 💍💍💍💍💍💍❣️!!!!!!" she captioned a video of her showing her ring before kissing her fiancé. Britney and Sam married on June 9, 2022, at their home in Los Angeles, California.

The wedding was attended by around 60 guests, including Madonna, Selena Gomez, Drew Barrymore, Maria Menounos, Paris Hilton, as well as Hilton's mother, Kathy Hilton, and husband, Carter Reum. Britney's attorney, Mathew Rosengart—who was responsible for terminating Britney's conservatorship in November 2021—also attended the nuptials. "Britney walked herself down the aisle. She looked absolutely stunning in her main dress," a source told People at the time. "She cried happy tears at some moments."

But after news of their separation and divorce filing, a rumor has emerged that Sam Asghari cheated on Britney Spears years ago. Here's what we know.

Did Sam Asghari cheat on Britney Spears?

Did Sam Asghari cheat on Britney Spears?

Did Sam Asghari cheat on Britney Spears? Maybe, we probably will never find out. What we do know is that in 2017, Femme X MB designer Morgan Osman claimed she was in a relationship with Asghari just weeks after he and Britney started dating.

She posted, and then deleted, an Instagram of her kissing him (you can see a screenshot here) and later claimed on the notorious, now defunct gossip website The Dirty that "I have video and images of our REAL relationship. Britney he is using you. I don't know why everyone is attacking me, Sam Asghari is the cheater. I feel sorry for Britney Spears, she seems like a good person."

The claims were then posted by a fan on Twitter, who wrote: "Remember when Sam Asghari cheated on Britney Spears with Morgan Osman? The good sis even came with picture/video receipts. We know who the cheater is despite what he tells TMZ."

One replied to the tweet chain: I suspect he cheated in Vegas and we were right about the night according to @britneyspears," while another wrote: "The sad part is people already believe that Britney cheated. Yet here is proof that he cheated on her not the other way around. 🙄"

On August 17, 2023, Asghari issued a statement to his Instagram stories—which expire after 24 hours—regarding their breakup. "After 6 years of love and commitment to each other my wife and I have decided to end our journey together. We will hold onto the love and respect we have for each other and I wish her the best always. Shit happens. Asking for privacy seems rediculous [sic] so I will just ask for everyone including media to be kind and thoughtful."

Did Britney Spears cheat on Sam Asghari?

Did Britney Spears cheat on Sam Asghari?

Did Britney Spears cheat on Sam Asghari? Indeed, that was the word on the street when news of their breakup hit TMZ on August 16, 2023. The couple "separated after a nuclear argument that involves allegations of cheating," the tabloid reported.

"Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ about a week ago, Sam confronted Britney over rumors she stepped out on him. We do not know if the rumor has any basis in fact, but we're told Sam believed it and the two had a huge fight," TMZ continued: "Our sources say Sam has moved out of their house and is now living in a place of his own. As one source put it, "It's only a matter of time before Sam files for divorce."

In May 2023, TMZ reported their relationship was "in trouble" before a film documenting her life post-conservatorship titled TMZ Investigates: Britney Spears: The Price of Freedom. "Our sources say Sam doesn't stay at their home much anymore and it's especially alarming because of how she has come to rely on him," the site reported.

In 2022, The Mirror UK reported that Spears experienced jealousy when her ex, Justin Timberlake, was snapped alongside All Saints star Nicole Appleton following their publicized break-up. Things got uglier when Timberlake released the music video for "Cry Me A River" which featured him getting revenge on a woman who'd been unfaithful to him, and she was similar in appearance to Spears. Hollywood make-up artist Julianne Kaye said: "She was very, very, very upset [about the video]. Very hurt."

"I think the way he handled it was wrong because she was very hurt by that. It was his way of telling the world his side of the story, which isn't fair because there's two sides to every story." And speaking of Spears' jealousy towards Appleton, Kaye continued: "I knew they had some issues. She had her questions about who he was with because stuff would be out in the press. They were very famous. So he'd be out with some girl from All Saints and she'd get very jealous, you know what I'm saying?"

TMZ reported in June 2022 that Britney and Sam signed a prenup stating that Sam wouldn't receive any money Britney made before their wedding date if they divorced in the future.

Sam confirmed in an Instagram Story in September 2021 that he and Britney had plans to sign an "iron-clad prenup" after their engagement that month. His post came after thousands of fans, including actress Octavia Spencer, told Britney to sign a prenup before she married Sam. "Make him sign a prenup," Octavia commented at the time on Britney's engagement post.

In response to the comments, Sam took to his Instagram to joke about how he and Britney planned to sign a prenup to "protect his jeep and shoe collection." He wrote, "Thank you everyone who is concerned about The Prenup! Of course, we're getting [an] iron-clad prenup to protect my jeep and shoe collection in case she dumps me one day." He accompanied his post with two laughing emojis.

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Britney Spears celebrates Christmas with son Jayden after long separation: "Mine forever"

Britney Spears at the 29th annual GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills in 2018LAPRESSE

Britney Spears marked a heartwarming milestone this holiday season.

Spears reunited with her son Jayden James Federline after years of estrangement.

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The pop icon, 43, shared a trio of photos on Instagram featuring the 18-year-old enjoying a serene sunset hike.

"Mine forever !!!" Spears captioned the post, reflecting on their long-awaited reunion.

"It's weird we're like twins but he's a boy and I'm a girl !!! He's mine I hadn't seen him in 2 and half years or maybe 3 !!! I'm in shock !!!"

Jayden, dressed casually in a red T-shirt, baggy jeans, and sneakers, appeared relaxed in the images, which captured the mother and son's renewed connection.

Spears expressed her joy and admiration for her son's growth, describing him as "older and smarter" than her.

"He came back and he feels older and smarter than me !!!" she continued.

"He's a man and I cry everyday of my life because of the miracle and genius he is !!! When he plays the whole earth shakes !!!"

This reunion marks a significant moment for Spears, who shares Jayden and his older brother, Sean Preston, 19, with ex-husband Kevin Federline.

The couple divorced in 2007, and custody arrangements have evolved over the years, with Jayden and Preston relocating to Hawaii in 2023 to live with their father and his family.

Spears' Christmas celebration with Jayden was a rare and emotional occasion.

In an earlier Instagram post, she described the experience as "the best Christmas of my life," sharing footage of herself and Jayden seemingly at a restaurant.

"I haven't seen my boys in 2 years!!!"Spears wrote.

"Tears of joy and literally in shock everyday koo koo crazy so in love and blessed!!!"

While Sean Preston did not attend the festive gathering, insiders report that Spears has been spending more time with Jayden in recent months.

"Spending time together has made her happy," a source told PEOPLE, adding that the singer "never gave up hope" for a reunion.

As Spears continues to navigate her personal life, her emotional reflections on motherhood let shine her unwavering pride and love for her children.