Britney Spears Criticizes Sensationalism in Kevin Federline’s New Memoir
Britney Spears has publicly responded to her ex-husband Kevin Federline’s upcoming memoir, titled *You Thought You Knew*. In a statement released on October 14, 2023, her representative criticized the sensationalism surrounding the book and emphasized Spears’ focus on her children’s well-being amid the controversy.
Kevin Federline’s Memoir Details
Federline’s memoir, which chronicles his marriage to Spears and the aftermath of her conservatorship, is set for release on October 21, 2023. The couple was married from 2004 until their divorce in 2007 and shares two sons: Sean Preston, now 20, and Jayden James, 19.
Claims Made in the Book
In an excerpt published by *The New York Times*, Federline made alarming claims about his ex-wife. He suggested that their children were frightened during their visits with Spears, stating that they would wake up to find her watching them with a knife in hand.
- Sean Preston, age 20
- Jayden James, age 19
Federline recounted a particularly distressing night when Spears was involuntarily placed under psychiatric hold in 2008. He expressed his concern for her well-being, noting the emotional toll it took on him.
Reflections on Britney and the Free Britney Movement
The memoir also touches on the Free Britney movement, which sought to end Jamie Spears’ conservatorship over Britney. Federline expressed his belief that this movement might have had unintended negative consequences. He voiced fears about the future, stating that he worried for their sons should changes not occur in their mother’s situation.
Federline remarked on his long absence of communication with Spears, claiming, “I’ve never, ever been against Britney.” He shared that his aim has always been to maintain a strong relationship between their sons and their mother.
Reunion and Current Relationship
Despite past estrangements, Spears and her children have recently reunited after her conservatorship was lifted in November 2021. Following their separation, the boys had moved with their father to Hawaii.
*You Thought You Knew* will be available in bookstores on October 21, 2023, and promises to reveal more about Federline’s perspective on their tumultuous past.
