reveals that her upcoming memoir, The Woman in Me, is not intended to offend anyone. She criticizes the press for their “dumb” and “silly” headlines based on released excerpts from the book.
In her memoir, the singer shares personal details from her past, including her abortion during her relationship with Justin Timberlake and the impact of her Diane Sawyer interview following their breakup.
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In response to the criticism, Britney wrote on Instagram, “My book’s purpose was not to offend anyone by any means!!! That was me then…that is in the past!!! I don’t like the headlines I am reading…that’s exactly why I quit the business 4 years ago. Most of the book is from 20 years ago…I have moved on.”
She explains that The Woman in Me is a way for her to start fresh and leave the past behind, acknowledging that life is full of challenges. She hopes to inspire and connect with those who feel alone, hurt, or misunderstood.
Britney emphasizes that she wants to focus on her future and not dwell on her past experiences, despite the media’s obsession with them.
The memoir also sheds light on her relationship with her father, Jamie Spears, who served as her conservator for 13 years. Britney reveals how she lost control and was objectified by the industry and her father, causing her to feel inadequate as a child.
Michelle Williams narrates the audio version of The Woman in Me, set to be released on October 24.
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