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Britney Spears biopic will be made by Universal with Jon M. Chu as director
Read full article: Britney Spears biopic will be made by Universal with Jon M. Chu as directorUniversal Pictures has landed the rights to Britney Spears’ memoir “The Woman in Me” and will develop a biopic of the pop star to be directed by Jon M.
'Traitors' cast will include Sam Asghari, Chrishell Stause, Tom Sandoval — and a British aristocrat
Read full article: 'Traitors' cast will include Sam Asghari, Chrishell Stause, Tom Sandoval — and a British aristocratThe reality/competition series “The Traitors” has announced a lineup of reality television all-stars, actors and even a British aristocrat for the cast of its upcoming third season.
Here's what to know about conservatorships and how Brian Wilson's case evolved
Read full article: Here's what to know about conservatorships and how Brian Wilson's case evolvedA judge has put Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson under a court conservatorship to oversee his personal and medical affairs after the legendary songwriter’s doctor reported that he has a major neurocognitive disorder.
Britney and Jamie Spears settlement avoids long, potentially ugly and revealing trial
Read full article: Britney and Jamie Spears settlement avoids long, potentially ugly and revealing trialBritney Spears and her father Jamie Spears have settled the remaining issues in the court conservatorship that controlled her life and affairs for nearly 14 years.
Celebrity handbag designer sentenced to 18 months in prison for smuggling crocodile handbags
Read full article: Celebrity handbag designer sentenced to 18 months in prison for smuggling crocodile handbagsA leading fashion designer whose accessories were used by celebrities from Britney Spears to the cast of the “Sex and the City” TV series was sentenced Monday to 18 months in prison after pleading guilty in Miami federal court to charges of smuggling crocodile handbags from her native Colombia.
Britney Spears memoir remains top seller in its second week of release
Read full article: Britney Spears memoir remains top seller in its second week of releaseBritney Spears’ “The Woman in Me” remained the country’s top-selling book in its second week of publication, although the pace of sales fell substantially.
Britney Spears writes of abortion while dating Justin Timberlake in excerpts from upcoming memoir
Read full article: Britney Spears writes of abortion while dating Justin Timberlake in excerpts from upcoming memoirBritney Spears wrote that she had an abortion while dating Justin Timberlake more than 20 years ago.
`10 Days in a Madhouse' opera premieres in Philadelphia, celebrating women's voices
Read full article: `10 Days in a Madhouse' opera premieres in Philadelphia, celebrating women's voicesComposer Rene Orth's “10 Days in a Madhouse,” based on the 1887 book by trailblazing reporter Nellie Bly, opened Opera Philadelphia's O23 Festival.
Fall books: Britney and Barbra's memoirs are among major releases, but political books are fewer
Read full article: Fall books: Britney and Barbra's memoirs are among major releases, but political books are fewerJoe Biden and Donald Trump are the most likely nominees for the 2024 presidential election, but you won't see many new books about either this fall.
Britney Spears' husband seeks financial support, says in divorce filing their split came weeks ago
Read full article: Britney Spears' husband seeks financial support, says in divorce filing their split came weeks agoBritney Spears' husband Sam Asghari is seeking financial support from the pop superstar in his divorce filing.
Michael Oher, former NFL tackle known for 'The Blind Side,' sues to end Tuohys' conservatorship
Read full article: Michael Oher, former NFL tackle known for 'The Blind Side,' sues to end Tuohys' conservatorshipFormer NFL tackle Michael Oher has filed a petition in a Tennessee probate court saying the couple he thought adopted him actually remain his conservators.
Video apparently shows Spears inadvertently hit herself in the face in encounter with Wembanyama
Read full article: Video apparently shows Spears inadvertently hit herself in the face in encounter with WembanyamaPolice say no charges will be filed following a brief investigation of the altercation involving pop star Britney Spears, San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama and a member of the player’s security team.
Britney Spears says Wembanyama's security struck her in Las Vegas, Spurs rookie says he was grabbed
Read full article: Britney Spears says Wembanyama's security struck her in Las Vegas, Spurs rookie says he was grabbedSan Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama says he believes Britney Spears grabbed him from behind as he was walking into a restaurant at a Las Vegas casino, and that the security detail he was with pushed the pop star away.
Brooke Shields takes charge of her story in 'Pretty Baby'
Read full article: Brooke Shields takes charge of her story in 'Pretty Baby'Brooke Shields has been known as beautiful and famous since she was a baby, but a new documentary series reveals it’s taken decades for her to feel confident in her talent.
After #FreeBritney, California to limit conservatorships
Read full article: After #FreeBritney, California to limit conservatorshipsCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law Friday that will limit the use of conservatorships, the process in which guardians can be granted legal power to make life decisions for those deemed unable to make them.
Officials: Campbell Danesh died of chloroethane inhalation
Read full article: Officials: Campbell Danesh died of chloroethane inhalationA Minnesota medical examiner has determined that singer and actor Darius Campbell Danesh, who went from a British reality television show to a stage and music career, died from inhaling chloroethane and suffocating.
Elton John and Britney Spears unite on a new dance single
Read full article: Elton John and Britney Spears unite on a new dance singleElton John and Britney Spears have collaborated for the first time, creating the slinky, club-ready single “Hold Me Closer” that sees the pop icons take old sounds and fashion something new.
Mariah Carey, Neptunes, Lennox in Songwriters Hall of Fame
Read full article: Mariah Carey, Neptunes, Lennox in Songwriters Hall of FameAfter a glittering career stuffed with No. 1 hits — not to mention a two-year pandemic delay — Mariah Carey was finally inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on Thursday, but not before challenging her new fellow members to do better by women.
Britney Spears shares sad news of miscarriage on Instagram
Read full article: Britney Spears shares sad news of miscarriage on InstagramJust over a month after announcing her pregnancy on Instagram, Britney Spears took to the social media platform again Saturday to share the sad news with her fans that she and her fiance had lost their “miracle baby early in the pregnancy.”
Spears case drives California bid to limit conservatorships
Read full article: Spears case drives California bid to limit conservatorshipsDisability rights activists and advocates for Britney Spears are backing a California proposal to provide more protections for those under court-ordered conservatorships, while promoting less-restrictive alternatives.
McConnell, Spears, Osaka: A look at 2021's notable quotes
Read full article: McConnell, Spears, Osaka: A look at 2021's notable quotesA line from a speech given from the U.S. Senate floor before rioters broke into the Capitol on Jan. 6 tops a Yale Law School librarian’s list of the most notable quotes of 2021.
New this week: 'Sopranos' prequel, Jon Stewart and Carlile
Read full article: New this week: 'Sopranos' prequel, Jon Stewart and CarlileThis week’s new entertainment releases include new music from Brandi Carlile and the Doobie Brothers, as well as the return of Jon Stewart to prime time and a prequel film to “The Sopranos” called “The Many Saints of Newark.”.
Britney Spears court filing says conservatorship should end
Read full article: Britney Spears court filing says conservatorship should endBritney Spears said in a court filing that she agrees with her father that the conservatorship that has controlled her life and money for 13 years should be terminated.
5 things that happened this summer that you probably already forgot about
Read full article: 5 things that happened this summer that you probably already forgot aboutSomehow, summer 2021 has come to a close (hello, sad girl fall!), so we’re going to take a look back at all the major things that happened this summer that you probably already forgot about, because this summer went by way too fast.
Lawyer: Britney Spears 'will not be extorted' by father
Read full article: Lawyer: Britney Spears 'will not be extorted' by fatherBritney Spears and her new attorney say her father is trying to get about $2 million in payments before stepping down from the conservatorship that controls her life and money.
Were the tweets that followed a Florida man’s prison sentence real?
Read full article: Were the tweets that followed a Florida man’s prison sentence real?Tampa’s Cameron Herrin began his 24-year sentence for vehicular homicide in April. By early July, an army of social media accounts from the other side of the world were releasing a digital deluge on anyone involved with his case.
Britney Spears' father says 'no grounds' for his removal
Read full article: Britney Spears' father says 'no grounds' for his removalBritney Spears’ father says in a Friday court filing that there are “no grounds whatsoever” for removing him from the conservatorship that controls her money and affairs.
'Toxic' podcast explores Britney Spears conservatorship
Read full article: 'Toxic' podcast explores Britney Spears conservatorshipComedians Tess Barker and Barbara Gray used to scrutinize Britney Spears' Instagram account on a podcast called “Britney's Gram,” but changed course in 2019 to do a deep dive into the singer's conservatorship.
Britney Spears' new lawyer files to remove father's control
Read full article: Britney Spears' new lawyer files to remove father's controlBritney Spears’ new lawyer has petitioned to remove her father from the conservatorship that has controlled her life and money for 13 years and replace him with a professional accountant.
Britney Spears case brings light to first Florida guardianship taskforce
Read full article: Britney Spears case brings light to first Florida guardianship taskforceThe plight of pop star Britney Spears is shining a spotlight on thousands of Floridians who have had their lives highjacked by overzealous and sometimes corrupt guardians.
Britney Spears' new attorney says father must step aside
Read full article: Britney Spears' new attorney says father must step asideAn attorney of Britney Spears' choosing has been appointed to represent the pop star in her conservatorship after a hearing in which the singer tearfully spoke about the case’s impact on her life.
These celebrities are showing their support for Britney Spears
Read full article: These celebrities are showing their support for Britney SpearsAfter Britney Spears’ shocking testimony about her conservatorship and the fight to end it, the world was left in disbelief and shock over the allegations she made.
Reports: Judge denies Britney Spears’ request to have father removed from conservatorship
Read full article: Reports: Judge denies Britney Spears’ request to have father removed from conservatorshipA Los Angeles Superior Court judge on Wednesday signed an order that denied Britney Spears’ request to have her father removed from her conservatorship, according to reports from NPR and other news outlets
Britney Spears' father seeks court probe of her allegations
Read full article: Britney Spears' father seeks court probe of her allegationsBritney Spears’ father has asked the court overseeing his daughter’s conservatorship to investigate her statements to a judge last week on the court’s control of her medical treatment and personal life.
Britney Spears' public support may not mean much in court
Read full article: Britney Spears' public support may not mean much in courtBritney Spears’ powerful plea to a judge to end the conservatorship that has controlled her life since 2008 brought sympathy and outrage from fans, famous supporters and even casual observers who say she deserves independence.
Still divisive, Dr. Luke resurges at Grammys — as Tyson Trax
Read full article: Still divisive, Dr. Luke resurges at Grammys — as Tyson TraxDr. Luke appeared as Tyson Trax on the Grammy ballot for Doja Cat's Say So," which he produced and co-wrote. But not all of the academy members may have been aware they were voting for Dr. Luke when they completed their ballots this year. Ad“I didn’t know that Tyson Trax was Dr. Luke. AdTogether, Martin and Dr. Luke crafted hits for Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, Pink and Kesha, who he signed in 2005. Eventually Dr. Luke stepped into the forefront, helming successes for Miley Cyrus, Pitbull, Nicki Minaj and Flo Rida, logging 17 No.
Timberlake apologizes to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson
Read full article: Timberlake apologizes to Britney Spears and Janet JacksonThis combination photo shows, from left, Janet Jackson performing at the Essence Festival in New Orleans on July 8, 2018, from left, Justin Timberlake performing during halftime of the NFL Super Bowl 52 football game in Minneapolis on Feb. 4, 2018 and Britney Spears performing during her concert in Taipei, Taiwan on June 13, 2017. (AP Photo)NEW YORK – In a lengthy social media post, Justin Timberlake says that he wants to apologize to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson “because I care for and respect these women and I know I failed.”“I’ve seen the messages, tags, comments, and concerns and I want to respond. AdFans called out Timberlake for contributing to Spears' very public breakdown and controlling the narrative about the end of their relationship. More backlash hit Timberlake as social media began to recall the wardrobe malfunction with Jackson that caused a national controversy at the 2004 Super Bowl. I want to take accountability for my own missteps in all of this as well as be part of a world that uplifts and supports,” Timberlake wrote.
Attorneys spar over powers held by Britney Spears' father
Read full article: Attorneys spar over powers held by Britney Spears' fatherIn this combination photo, Jamie Spears, father of singer Britney Spears, leaves the Stanley Mosk Courthouse on Oct. 24, 2012, in Los Angeles, and Britney Spears arrives at the premiere of "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" on July 22, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo)LOS ANGELES – Attorneys for Britney Spears and her father sparred Thursday over how he should share power with a financial company newly appointed as his partner in the conservatorship that controls her money. Thoreen had argued that the proposed order Britney Spears' court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham III drafted to appoint the new co-conservator was “unclear and ambiguous by design” as he seeks to take authority away from Jamie Spears. Miley Cyrus shouted “We love Britney!” during her pre-Super Bowl performance Sunday. Spears reflected in court papers that she wanted her father to be the sole conservator of her estate,” Thoreen said.
The #FreeBritney movement is in full force, thanks to this documentary
Read full article: The #FreeBritney movement is in full force, thanks to this documentaryA new documentary about Britney Spears was released earlier this month, and it has people finally plugged into the #FreeBritney movement that has been going on for the past few years.
New this week: Foo Fighters, 'Malcolm & Marie' and Snoopy
Read full article: New this week: Foo Fighters, 'Malcolm & Marie' and SnoopyHere’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Directed by Goro Miyazaki (Hayao Miyazaki’s son), “Earwig” follows a 10-year-old orphan girl who gets some unconventional adoptive parents. — AP Film Writer Lindsey BahrMUSIC— Foo Fighters’ 10th album was originally supposed to be released last year but was one of many projects delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Fela’s son and grandson, Femi Kuti and Made Kuti, will release a double album called “Legacy +” on Friday. Ad— “Peanuts” puppy Snoopy gets top billing in “The Snoopy Show,” an Apple TV+ animated series debuting Friday on the streaming service.
Lawyer: Britney Spears fears father, wants him out of career
Read full article: Lawyer: Britney Spears fears father, wants him out of careerLOS ANGELES – Britney Spears fears her father and will not resume her career so long as he has power over it, her attorney said in court Tuesday. "My client has informed me that she is afraid of her father,” Ingham told the judge. Most of the attorneys involved, along with Britney Spears' parents, took part in the hearing via phone and videoconference. For most of the conservatorship James Spears also served as conservator over not just his daughter's finances but her person, giving him great control over her life decisions. He stepped down temporarily from that role last year, citing health reasons, and Britney Spears has requested that his temporary replacement, Jodi Montgomery, be made permanent.
CBS News rebuilds MTV's old 'TRL' studio for election night
Read full article: CBS News rebuilds MTV's old 'TRL' studio for election nightFILE - The ViacomCBS headquarters is shown in New York's Times Square on Aug. 5, 2020. CBS News is rebuilding MTV's old "Total Request Live" studio as its headquarters for election night. The network is installing giant touchscreens and "augmented reality" displays for the big political night and says the studio provides extra roominess to put on a television show in the COVID-19 era. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)
CBS News rebuilds MTV's old 'TRL' studio for election night
Read full article: CBS News rebuilds MTV's old 'TRL' studio for election nightCBS News is rebuilding MTV's old "Total Request Live" studio as its headquarters for election night. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)NEW YORK – Watch out for Britney Spears and the Jonas Bros.: CBS News is building a new high-tech election night set in the Times Square studio where MTV's “Total Request Live” ruled the music world two decades ago. Norah O'Donnell will anchor her first presidential election night, joined on the set by Gayle King, Margaret Brennan, John Dickerson and Ed O'Keefe. Shades will be drawn on the windows for the serious business of election night. On television, CBS will have Major Garrett reporting on voter integrity, Jeff Pegues on misinformation and Nancy Cordes on congressional races.
Britney Spears shows love for #FreeBritney in court filing
Read full article: Britney Spears shows love for #FreeBritney in court filingLOS ANGELES Britney Spears is welcoming public scrutiny of the court conservatorship that has controlled her life and money for 12 years as she seeks to push her father out of power, according to a Thursday court filing. James Spears and the conservatorship's attorneys who work for him have constantly sought to have courtrooms closed and filings sealed in the case. But Britney Spears objects to the sealing of her father's motion to have attorney Andrew Wallet returned to his role of co-conservator along with James Spears. Recent filings showed that Britney Spears' assets, which the conservatorship controls, totaled about $50 million at the start of 2020. The dueling motions set up a showdown between James and Britney Spears that will be the subject of an October hearing and could stretch into a longer court fight.
Britney Spears asks court to curb father's power over her
Read full article: Britney Spears asks court to curb father's power over herThat briefly left James Spears with sole power over Britney Spears' life, money and career, a situation she says she very much wants to avoid repeating. An email seeking comment from James Spears' attorney was not immediately returned. The documents also reveal that Britney Spears has no plans to perform again anytime soon. The filing gave a rare glimpse at Britney Spears' own wishes in the conservatorship that has had vast power over her for over a decade. Britney Spears' attorney said that he expects James Spears will aggressively contest being marginalized, and said that Britney Spears has suggested they retain a lawyer with expertise in complex financial court fights.
Dr. Luke rebounds, thanks to Saweetie, Doja Cat, Juice WRLD
Read full article: Dr. Luke rebounds, thanks to Saweetie, Doja Cat, Juice WRLDHes returned to the charts in 2020, working on songs for rising and established rap stars, including Lil Wayne, Juice WRLD, Saweetie and Doja Cat. Dr. Luke marked a major comeback this year with the success of the Billboard Hot 100 No. Label representatives for Saweetie, Juice WRLD, Lil Wayne and Cat didnt immediately reply to emails seeking comment. Months later, Kesha accused him of sexual assault during their yearslong partnership (Dr. Luke has vigorously denied the allegations.) Outside of rap in 2020, Dr. Luke has produced music for pop singer Kim Petras, using the pseudonym MADE IN CHINA.
Omar describes life as a fearless fighter in new memoir
Read full article: Omar describes life as a fearless fighter in new memoirNow, Omar is out with a new memoir that offers her own spin on her path to prominence, starting with her childhood in Mogadishu. Instead, it sketches rugged years that Omar says made her a fearless fighter, unafraid to skirmish with President Donald Trump and her frequent conservative critics. A YOUNG FIGHTERIn her memoir, written with Rebecca Paley, Omar recounts taking on a much taller boy when she was just 7, rubbing his face in the sand after he picked on someone weaker. Since the couple had married religiously not civilly -- to get divorced, Hirsi had to simply declare the marriage ended, Omar wrote. The lawmaker told Omar she was different, and eventually said it was because she walks into a room like a man.A white man, Omar said she responded.
Britney Spears Admits She Has 'Self-Esteem Problems'
Read full article: Britney Spears Admits She Has 'Self-Esteem Problems'Britney Spears is getting candid about her insecurities. In the video, Spears tells viewers how she was working with her gym coach to arch her back. Spears self-esteem confession comes after a new documentary aired which shed new light into one of the singers most public meltdowns, when she shaved her head in 2007. According to tattoo artist Emily Wynne-Hughes, who is interviewed in Britney Spears: Breaking Point, Spears explanation for buzzing off half of her hair was somewhat puzzling. RELATED CONTENT:New Britney Spears Doc Shines Light on Why Singer Shaved Her Head in 2007Britney Spears Proves She's More Flexible Than the Rest of Us in Impressive Gymnastics Video
New Britney Spears Documentary Shines Light on Why Singer Shaved Her Head in 2007
Read full article: New Britney Spears Documentary Shines Light on Why Singer Shaved Her Head in 2007It's been over a decade since Britney Spears spontaneously shaved her head, but it's not a moment those around her at the time will soon forget. In Britney Spears: Breaking Point, a documentary that aired on the U.K.'s Channel 5, several eyewitnesses recount when the Pop Princess decided to buzz her hair off in 2007. While in the initial paparazzi photo snapped of Spears, she looks elated about her decision to shave her head, Tognozzi says the singer's mood soon changed. Tattoo artist Emily Wynne-Hughes saw Spears moments after the extreme haircut and got her to explain why she did it. Both Wynne-Hughes and Tognozzi claim in the documentary that Spears' security detail didn't appear too concerned with shielding her from photographers.