Britney Spears has broken her social media silence with a fiery response to ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake's recent apologies, declaring she wants "no part" in his publicity campaign.
The pop icon took to Instagram to express her feelings about Timberlake's forthcoming memoir, in which he reportedly apologises for his treatment of Spears during their early-2000s relationship and for his role in the 2004 Super Bowl "wardrobe malfunction" with Janet Jackson.
Decades-Long Silence Broken
In her emotional post, Spears revealed she'd been waiting nearly two decades for some form of acknowledgement. "I wanna apologise to all the people I've offended by pretending I'm OK the past two years," she wrote, adding pointedly, "I'm not OK at all."
The Toxic singer didn't hold back about Timberlake's timing, suggesting the apologies were conveniently timed with his book promotion. Her message was clear: she wants no association with his current publicity efforts.
Super Bowl Scandal Revisited
The controversy stems from the infamous 2004 Super Bowl halftime show where Timberlake exposed Janet Jackson's breast during their performance. While Jackson faced severe career consequences, Timberflake's career continued largely unaffected.
Spears' statement comes as Timberlake prepares to release his memoir "My Take," where sources claim he addresses both the Jackson incident and his relationship with Spears, including their painful 2002 breakup.
Social Media Backlash
Fans have flooded social media with support for Spears, praising her courage in speaking out. Many have criticised Timberlake for what they perceive as calculated timing rather than genuine remorse.
The incident has reignited discussions about how female pop stars were treated in the early 2000s compared to their male counterparts, with many noting the disproportionate impact on both Spears' and Jackson's careers.
As the publication date for "My Take" approaches, all eyes remain on how this celebrity drama will continue to unfold.
