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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Will Sam Asghari Say 'I Do' Again After High-Profile Marriage To Britney Spears? ]]></title>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Riley Utley ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kXTLd8ja6TbGctTZCbdkce.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley Utley is the Weekend Editor at CinemaBlend. She has written for national publications as well as daily and alt-weekly newspapers in Spokane, Washington, Syracuse, New York and Charleston, South Carolina. She graduated with her master’s degree in arts journalism and communications from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. Since joining the CB team she has covered numerous TV shows and movies -- including her personal favorite shows &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso &lt;/em&gt;and &lt;em&gt;The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&lt;/em&gt;. She also has followed and consistently written about everything from Taylor Swift to &lt;em&gt;Fire Country&lt;/em&gt;, and she&#039;s enjoyed every second of it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Riley’s range in likes is random and wide, from Marvel to musicals and from&lt;em&gt; Game of Thrones&lt;/em&gt; to the latest Netflix rom-com you can catch her watching just about anything. Her favorite movies include but are not limited to &lt;em&gt;When Harry Met Sally, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, Finding Nemo&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;The Grand Budapest Hotel&lt;/em&gt;. She loves going to the movie theater, consuming copious amounts of popcorn and logging whatever she saw on Letterboxd immediately afterward. She constantly walks around quoting &lt;em&gt;Ted Lasso, SNL&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Parks and Rec&lt;/em&gt;. She has been known to create the occasional PowerPoint explaining the MCU to those who don’t get it. In the non-media realm, Riley is a massive college basketball fan. She is a firm believer that the Gonzaga men’s basketball team is the best team of all time, and she is patiently waiting for the day they finally win a national championship. She grew up in Washington and loves skiing, coffee and making sure that people know she is from the state, not D.C.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Taylor Swift or Andrew Garfield does, finally seeing strong female representation in the MCU and eventually seeing Jonathan Bailey sing his heart out in &lt;em&gt;Wicked&lt;/em&gt;.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-ends-divorce-sam-asghari"><u>Britney Spears and Sam Asghari’s divorce</u></a> was finalized well over a year ago, and they've both moved on. Apparently, the singer’s ex-husband isn’t totally ruling out tying the knot again, either, as he was asked about the potential to get married again. </p><p>Right now, Asghari is dating Brooke Irvine. They’ve been together since last November, and when <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2025/09/18/sam-asghari-marriage-after-britney-spears-divorce/"><u>TMZ </u></a>caught them out on a walk, they asked about the couple’s long-term plans. When asked if he and Irvine would get engaged anytime soon, <em>The Traitors </em>competitor said: </p><div><blockquote><p>Maybe.</p></blockquote></div><p>The report notes that Irvine “giggled” at this indecisive answer. However, it does feel significant that he didn’t flat-out say no. Meanwhile, Asghari’s girlfriend didn’t say anything during this interaction about the future of their relationship. </p><p>However, that was not all Spears’ ex had to say. He was asked if he had discussed long-term relationship plans and goals with his girlfriend as well. In response, he said: </p><div><blockquote><p>Yeah. Life is about just living and experiencing and enjoying. </p></blockquote></div><p>Irvine, who is a real estate agent, and Asghari were first linked in November 2024, per <a href="https://people.com/who-is-brooke-irvine-sam-asghari-8771060"><u>People</u></a>, about six months after he finalized his divorce from Spears in May 2024. However, they didn’t go Instagram official until the start of 2025. </p><p>Before all this, Britney Spears and Sam Asghari, who first met on the set of "Slumber Party" in 2016, spent nine months separated and working through their divorce, which was finalized “amicably.” However, their union and their relationships after their breakup are still a point of interest. </p><p>Just last month, Spears called their <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-responds-britney-spears-calling-their-marriage-fake-distraction"><u>marriage a “fake distraction,”</u></a> and Asghari responded by saying it was “very real” to him, noting that they were “together for seven years.”  He also explained in March of 2024 that when it comes to his divorce and their relationship, he views it as a “blessing.” He noted that his relationship with the pop star will always be a chapter in his life, as well, explaining that he wouldn’t talk bad about it. </p><p>He’s also been open about how his <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/i-cant-sit-here-and-lie-sam-asghari-admits-britney-spears-relationship-helped-career-also-points-out-obstacles-faced"><u>relationship with the “Circus” singer has helped</u></a> his career, even though it’s obviously presented obstacles too. At the time, he explained that their public relationship gave him a platform. Since their breakup, we’ve seen Asghari here and there in big ways, including on the hit reality competition <em>The Traitors </em>(which you can stream with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/peacock-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included"><u>Peacock subscription</u></a>), where <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britneys-sam-asghari-lowkey-amazing-the-traitors-im-shook"><u>he was honestly amazing</u></a>. </p><p>However, while we do see Sam Asghari still, he has made it clear that his <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/traitors-sam-asghari-opens-up-about-his-new-romance-after-notable-split-with-britney-spears"><u>relationship with Irvine is “not about Hollywood”</u></a> and “all about love.” That seems like a good mentality to have as their relationship continues, and who knows, maybe they really will get to a point where they get married; they certainly don’t seem to be ruling it out. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sam Asghari Responds To Britney Spears Calling Their Marriage A ‘Fake Distraction’ ]]></title>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Corey Chichizola ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QyFDQjurXJr5xt5g6DznEN.png ]]></dc:source>
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey is one of CinemaBlend&#039;s biggest horror nerds, and is happy to cover all thing spooky, especially related to favorite franchises like Halloween and Scream. He&#039;s also taken his passion and education for theater to cover the movie musical beat on the website. While a movies editor, Corey is also a television addict, watching what seems like a billion different shows every year. Aside from scripted programs, he&#039;s got a passion for certain corners of the Reality TV world including Survivor, RuPaul&#039;s Drag Race, and the Real Housewives. He&#039;s also got a passion for the mockumentary subgenre on both the big and small screens, especially projects like Drop Dead Gorgeous, Waiting for Guffman, and The Office.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&#039;s He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything that Jordan Peele will give us, Talk to Me, the Exorcist reboot, the final season of Handmaid&#039;s Tale.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Celebrity couples have a way of capturing the public's attention. From <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-relationship-timeline">Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce</a> to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/ryan-reynolds-and-blake-lively-a-history-of-their-relationship">Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds</a>, fans love to see what happens with our favorite famous person's love life. Britney Spears made plenty of headlines when dating and eventually marrying Sam Asghari, before they eventually split up. And now Asghari (who was recently part of<em> </em><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/following-rumors-the-traitors-reveals-official-season-3-cast"><em>The Traitors</em> Season 3 cast</a>) has issued a statement after the "Baby One More Time" singer called their marriage a "fake distraction."</p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-ends-divorce-sam-asghari">Sam Asghari and Britney Spears' divorce was finalized</a> in May of 2024, with the pair married for two years (in addition to their time dating). She recently talked negatively about their time together, leading Asghari to issue an official statement to <a href="https://people.com/sam-asghari-responds-to-britney-spears-saying-their-marriage-felt-like-a-fake-distraction-exclusive-11797406">People</a>. </p><div><blockquote><p>Our marriage was very real to me. It may have been short, but we were together for seven years. I was in love with her, will always have love for her, and wish her the best always.</p></blockquote></div><p>The star of <em>The Traitors </em>(which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/peacock-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included">Peacock subscription</a>) has officially weighed in. This statement feels measured, but also allows the 31 year-old actor/model the opportunity to defend his former relationship. We'll just have to wait and see if the Princess of Pop posts anything on social media in relation to Asghari's comments.</p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-bared-all-cryptic-pic-post-addressing-failed-sam-asghari-marriage">Britney Spears bared it all and posted about her marriage</a> over on Instagram recently, breaking the internet in the process. The part that has made the rounds the most online reads: </p><div><blockquote><p>I remember in shock my secret to survival was denial and a lot of tears its weird me and Sam were married but it almost felt like a fake distraction to help me deal with it.</p></blockquote></div><p>This wasn't a post bashing Asghari, but one where the global pop star reflected on healing and feeling better post-divorce. She's obviously had a tough go of it, especially <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britney-spears-rocked-nightgown-claimed-conservatorship-made-her-wear-layers-and-layers-20-years">Spears' infamous conservatorship</a>. She's now free from both that and her marriage, and is sharing her thoughts online. </p><p>Spears' social media presence has been making headlines for years now, thanks to her penchant for nudity, dancing videos, and overall uniquely personal way that she shares with fans. As such, I have to assume that she's going share her feelings about this statement by Sam Asghari.</p><p>Britney and Sam met on the set of her music video "Slumber Party" back in 2016. The pair began dating shortly thereafter, with fans originally cheering on the Princess of Pop for her new chance at love. While they got married, a divorce followed a few years later. Throughout all the drama, Asghari has yet to throw his ex under the bus or speak poorly about Spears. Still, he's made it clear that he doesn't think their marriage was a "fake distraction." </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ ‘He’s Been Very Careful So Far’: One Way Sam Asghari Is Allegedly Considering Getting Back At Britney Spears After She Seemingly Shaded Him ]]></title>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Adrienne Jones ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ttBJtAZ7vqCe9Tp4BQiALo.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Adrienne Jones is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend, and started at the site in the fall of 2015. In addition to writing and editing stories on a variety of different topics, she also spends her work days trying to find new ways to write about the many romantic entanglements that fictional characters find themselves in on TV shows. She graduated from Mizzou with a degree in Photojournalism.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>May of 2024 signaled the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-ends-divorce-sam-asghari"><u>official end to the relationship</u></a> between actor Sam Asghari and pop sensation Britney Spears. The much-talked-about couple had been together since 2016, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it"><u>married in a fairytale wedding in 2022</u></a>, but he filed for divorce the following year <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>amid allegations that she cheated</u></a> on him. While he’s since been busy <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britneys-sam-asghari-lowkey-amazing-the-traitors-im-shook"><u>killing it on </u><u><em>The Traitors</em></u></a> and appearing in movie and TV roles, he’s reportedly thinking about getting back at his ex after she appeared to shade him.</p><h2 id="how-did-britney-spears-appear-to-shade-sam-asghari-and-how-s-he-allegedly-thinking-of-getting-back-at-her">How Did Britney Spears Appear To Shade Sam Asghari And How’s He Allegedly Thinking Of Getting Back At Her?</h2><p>One of the things that Spears has enjoyed doing over the years is taking to social media to bare both her body and soul by doing everything from <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/a-free-britney-spears-shares-nude-tub-photos-and-before-you-call-her-out-no-thats-not-photoshop"><u>sharing nude tub pics</u></a> to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britney-spears-defends-kate-beckinsale-flak-on-instagram"><u>standing up for stars like Kate Beckinsale</u></a> and even revealing <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-opens-up-about-the-day-her-dad-sat-her-down-to-tell-her-he-was-taking-over-her-life"><u>what happened when her conservatorship began</u></a>. Lately, she’s taken to Instagram to lambaste unnamed exes, with one post slamming bad romances ending with her noting “and as for the men of the world… <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-slams-past-relationships-shares-lingerie-pics-feel-beautiful"><u>sincerely FUCK YOU !!!</u></a>.”</p><p>After another post aimed at her previous relationships (which has since been deleted), where the “Toxic” singer claimed, “I dated two fking complete aholes ... and I realized I loved their dogs more than them,” a source told <a href="https://radaronline.com/p/britney-spears-forces-sam-asghari-nuclear-option-split-tell-all-on-marriage/"><u>Radar Online</u></a> that Sam Asghari is becoming more and more “tempted” by offers to write a tell-all book about their romance. They said:</p><div><blockquote><p>Sam, of course, signed a nondisclosure agreement when they split. He has been very careful so far about what he's said, but it's hard for him not to be tempted by the huge money offers coming his way.</p></blockquote></div><p>I can only imagine. For one thing, there is pretty much always money in revealing your view of what happened when it comes to romance with a famous person. Aside from that, Asghari was involved with Spears through much of the “Free Britney” movement and the fight to end her conservatorship and lots of rumors about the state of her mental health, things that people will probably want to hear about for years to come. </p><p>There’s also the fact he, reportedly, didn’t <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/details-britney-spears-divorce-how-much-paying-sams-apartment-keeping-dogs"><u>challenge anything in their prenuptial agreement</u></a>, and both stuck with the terms set forth there during the divorce, which helped to keep the proceedings relatively speedy. In the meantime, however, the <em>Special Ops: Lioness</em> talent has opened up about how being in a relationship with the singer <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/i-cant-sit-here-and-lie-sam-asghari-admits-britney-spears-relationship-helped-career-also-points-out-obstacles-faced"><u>negatively impacted his career while also opening some doors</u></a>. Along with that is the public perception that he was only with her for money and/or fame. The insider continued:</p><div><blockquote><p>He hates that he's seen by a lot of people as this gold digger. He insists he was anything but and did nothing but bend over backwards trying to make it work with her.</p></blockquote></div><p>Though Asghari has since moved on and is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/traitors-sam-asghari-opens-up-about-his-new-romance-after-notable-split-with-britney-spears"><u>dating L.A. real estate agent Brook Irvine</u></a>, his ex-wife’s attacks on unnamed men in her past could potentially lead him to want to stand up for himself and separate his actions during their relationship from those of her other <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-declared-herself-single-cutting-out-paul-soliz-new-roomie"><u>exes, like Paul Soliz</u></a> and Justin Timberlake. A big consideration, though, will be whether or not he’s offered enough money to offset the cost of breaking the terms of their post-divorce NDA. If he is, the source notes he may be game to jump at it and tell his story:</p><div><blockquote><p>Especially if Britney keeps trash-talking him. Eventually, he's going to have enough and want to defend himself.</p></blockquote></div><p>Time will tell if Asghari can hold out, or if he gets a tempting enough offer to open up about his view of the romance with Spears.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 'I Can't Sit Here And Lie': Sam Asghari Admits Britney Spears Relationship Helped His Career Overall, But Also Points Out The Obstacles He Faced ]]></title>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Adrienne Jones ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ttBJtAZ7vqCe9Tp4BQiALo.png ]]></dc:source>
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                                <p>We all know that it can be incredibly difficult to break into the acting industry, even with several people now able to turn things like YouTube, TikTok or reality show success into roles on TV and in movies. The <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2025-tv-premiere-date-schedule-upcoming-new-returning-shows"><u>2025 TV schedule</u></a>, in fact, recently saw Sam Asghari gain new fans after his split from Britney Spears by being <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britneys-sam-asghari-lowkey-amazing-the-traitors-im-shook"><u>lowkey amazing on </u><u><em>The Traitors</em></u><u>.</u></a> So, people will naturally think that his relationship with the popstar has helped his career. Well, Asghari admits to the benefits, but has also noted the professional downsides to being involved with the singer.</p><h2 id="what-did-sam-asghari-say-about-how-his-relationship-with-britney-spears-helped-his-career-but-also-made-it-harder">What Did Sam Asghari Say About How His Relationship With Britney Spears Helped His Career But Also Made It Harder?</h2><p>While Sam Asghari was plugging away as a model/upcoming actor when he met Britney Spears in 2016 to appear in her “Slumber Party” music video, he, obviously, gained his own amount of fame simply for dating her. The couple was together for about six years (throughout all of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2566597/free-britney-movement-britney-spears-asks-to-speak-on-conservatorship-jamie-spears"><u>“Free Britney” movement</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2569455/britney-spears-father-jamie-spears-conservatorship-sex-trafficking-statement"><u>her conservatorship battle</u></a>) before their <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it"><u>fairytale wedding in 2022</u></a>, but the actor then <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>filed for divorce</u></a> a little over a year later.</p><p>While speaking on the <a href="https://www.siriusxm.com/player/episode-audio/entity/8c009d67-f368-169e-96cd-f9a9cfaf7d04"><u><em>Page Six</em></u><u> podcast</u></a>, one of the hosts asked about how the <em>Hacks</em> guest star’s career aspirations have been impacted by the fact that most people got to know him because of his romance with Spears. Asghari answered:</p><div><blockquote><p>I can’t sit here and lie and say, ‘It wasn’t good for me.’ When you’re in such a public relationship, that gives you that platform — it sort of gave me that platform for who I am.</p></blockquote></div><p>The star (who has now <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/traitors-sam-asghari-opens-up-about-his-new-romance-after-notable-split-with-britney-spears"><u>moved on romantically</u></a> with Los Angeles real estate agent Brooke Irvine) was very open about how his involvement with the <em>Crossroads</em> lead gave him a “platform” and upped his visibility. However, he also noted that they met on set, which meant that he was already working toward his goal of becoming an acting talent, whether he was in a relationship with someone famous or not. The slim star (who <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-dropped-40-pounds-since-splitting-britney-spears-transformation"><u>dropped 40 pounds post-Spears split</u></a>) also said that there are some downsides, and added:</p><div><blockquote><p>Did it make me, you know, have to work harder to prove myself? Absolutely. [Producers would say] ‘Do we really want to hire someone that’s a cheesy trainer? Oh, and he’s associated with a pop star, which is also cheesy as well. Or can we see him as a character?’ There was that line as well.</p></blockquote></div><p>When the Great Nepo Baby debate of a few years ago was going on, we also heard a lot of this same story from actors like Lily-Rose Depp, who dislikes the title but also admitted to feeling that “<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/years-after-lily-rose-depp-weighed-in-nepo-baby-debate-real-about-people-wanting-to-see-her-fail"><u>people have been ready to see me fail</u></a>, in a way, since I was a kid,” and talked about having to work a lot harder to get rid of misconceptions about why she gets high profile jobs.</p><p>All in all, Asghari has continued to do pretty well for himself by plugging away and auditioning and landing gigs whenever he can, just like any actor. It’s good to hear that he can acknowledge both the upsides and downsides of his famous former romance, and is committed to making sure he works hard for every opportunity he gets.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Rumors Are Swirling About The Traitors Season 4 Cast, And I’m Begging The Producers To Keep One Thing In Mind ]]></title>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mack Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                        <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack Rawden is the Editor-In-Chief of CinemaBlend. He first started working at the publication as a writer back in 2007 and has held various jobs at the site in the time since including Managing Editor, Pop Culture Editor and Staff Writer. He now splits his time between working on CinemaBlend’s user experience, helping to plan the site’s editorial direction and writing passionate articles about niche entertainment topics he’s into. He graduated from Indiana University with a degree in English (go Hoosiers!) and has been interviewed and quoted in a variety of publications including Digiday.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack is a professional wrestling fanatic, who enjoys Bobby Heenan’s commentary, Bret Hart’s in-ring work and an angry promo from The Miz. He loves a good case of the week mystery, particularly when it’s solved by Patrick Jane. He’s seen every episode of The Amazing Race, Top Chef and The Great British Bake-Off, among many reality competition shows. He watches more than 50 new release movies a year, yells at his TV during every single Chicago Bulls game and is still mad about what happened to Varys. His all-time favorite TV show is Freaks and Geeks. His all-time favorite movie is Clue. His all-time favorite book is Peter Pan, and most importantly, his all-time favorite snack is a hot english muffin with peanut butter and some chocolate chips sprinkled on top.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Chad Gable&amp;#39;s recent heel turn, Fallout&amp;#39;s exciting first season and catching up on all the non-US seasons of The Traitors.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>The US version of <em>Traitors</em> is in the midst of casting its upcoming fourth season, and fans are going wild with speculation. There are also more than a few rumors going around about who producers are allegedly in negotiations with. I’m really happy with a lot of the names being thrown around and would be stoked to see them cast, but I’m also begging producers to keep one thing in mind: some of the best cast members we’ve ever had have been the weirdest and least famous.</p><p>Which former <em>Survivor</em> players are we getting and which current and former <em>Real Housewives</em> are we getting? Those are always the first two questions people have about an upcoming season of <em>Traitors</em> and rightfully so. Those two franchises are the longest running and have the biggest fanbases. Of course we want to see strong representation from both of those franchises. Fans also want to see popular players from <em>Big Brother</em>, <em>The Bachelor</em>, <em>The Challenge</em> and <em>RuPaul’s Drag Race</em> too, but if you look back on prior seasons, there are always some deeper cut cast members that make a huge impact too.</p><p>You could easily say the biggest surprise/ breakout player from last season was Dylan Efron. He <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/dylan-efron-reveals-how-internet-reacted-traitors-performance-changed-zacs-brother">dominated a lot of the conversation on social media</a> and had less reality show experience than almost everyone in the castle. Players like aristocrat Ivar Mountbatten, Britney Spears’ ex-husband Sam Asghari, <em>Biggest Loser</em> coach Bob Harper and WWE star Nikki Bella brought a really worthwhile contrast too. The season was quite obviously better by having them in it, even though they came from non-traditional franchises.</p><p>The same could be said about Season 2. British politician John Bercow had a completely different energy than everyone else in the castle, and his presence was a huge plus. Had Deontay Wilder not eliminated himself early in the show, he would have been an even bigger standout too, as you could feel the emotional toll it was taking on him. Bergie and Ekin-Su from <em>Love Island</em> had reality show experience, but they were from a franchise not always represented and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/the-traitors-phaedra-parks-viral-lord-not-ekin-su-memes">Lord, they really delivered</a>, as well. The list goes on.</p><p>Over the weekend, <a href="https://x.com/the_traitors_/status/1920848730841886895">Traitors HQ</a> put together a rundown of the rumored contestants for Season 4. The social media account covers the show extensively and <a href="https://x.com/the_traitors_/status/1887186075057332304">has been partially accurate</a> with similar posts in the past. You can see who they’re hearing most below. You’ll notice a recurring theme…</p><div class="see-more see-more--clipped"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet hawk-ignore" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 Rumored Traitors US Season 4 cast 🚨 🇺🇸 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬: Nene Leakes, Mary Cosby, Eva Marcille, Margaret Josephs, Dorinda Medley.🇺🇸 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐨𝐫: Aubry Bracco, Russell Hantz, David Genat, Benjamin Coach Wade. ⁰🇺🇸 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: Frankie Grande,…<a href="https://twitter.com/cantworkitout/status/1920848730841886895">May 9, 2025</a></p></blockquote><div class="see-more__filter"></div></div><p>Now, who knows how accurate this is going to end up being? The popular social account responded to some comments and made it clear these are definitely people rumored, not people that have been cast, but regardless, it delivers my overall message here pretty well. We’ve got heavy speculation for <em>Survivor</em> players, heavy speculation for <em>Real Housewives</em>, <em>Big Brother</em> and <em>Drag Race</em>. We’ve got no rumors about less popular franchises or people unaffiliated with reality television.</p><p>I’m not saying the <em>Traitors</em> producers aren’t going to cast non-traditional players. I’m sure they are. There likely aren’t rumors floating around about those more unusual picks because they’re less tied into reality television and have less connections to the traditional reality tv sources that report on rumors. It makes sense they’d be bigger surprises than the reality show players we’ve all been loudly clamoring about for years, but even so, I do want to take this opportunity to say loudly that those non-traditional players, even if they’re speculated about less, are very important to the balance of the game. </p><p>Of course I have a giant list of my favorite stars from those franchises I want to see play <em>Traitors</em>. I’d love to see Coach Wade from <em>Survivor</em>, Da’Vonne Rogers from <em>Big Brother</em> and NeNe Leakes from <em>Real Housewives</em>, among dozens of others. Seeing legends from different reality shows brought together is a core element of what makes <em>The Traitors</em> so great, but the point of casting isn’t to work your way through a list of every famous player from a small group of shows. It’s to create the best possible season of television, and the way to do that is by bringing in a robust group of non-traditional choices too.</p><p>I want to see The Miz from WWE. I want to see Leslie Gilliams from <em>MasterChef</em>. I want to see Snooki from <em>Jersey Shore</em>. Give me someone from <em>Top Chef</em> with a big personality like Antonia Lofaso, Tiffani Faison or Fabio Viviani. I want to see former athletes and people who got famous amidst weird sex scandals. I want to see grown up child stars and people I haven’t even thought to guess. I want randomness and so do all the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/i-wasnt-sure-id-like-the-traitors-dont-know-the-contestants-i-need-to-talk-how-fast-it-hooked-me">people who have fallen in love with the show who don't typically watch reality shows</a>.</p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/i-love-the-traitors-but-it-needs-to-fix-an-obvious-problem-asap"><em>Traitors</em> still has a few kinks</a> in the game it <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/after-the-traitors-season-3-think-ive-identified-biggest-gameplay-issue-how-to-fix">needs to figure out</a>, but there’s a real chance it could turn into a classic reality competition show that’s on for a decade or more. <em>Survivor</em>, <em>Real Housewives</em>, <em>Big Brother</em> and a few other core franchises will likely always provide its biggest pool for casting, but as all involved look to cast future seasons, I’m begging them not to discount the contribution those non-traditional choices can have. Their relative inexperience brings a needed dynamic and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/boston-rob-dylan-efron-posted-hilarious-video-trouble-saying-goodbye-bromance-video-traitors-fans-needed">allows the reality show legends to play off them</a> in a way they never could against each other. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ ‘It’s Not About Hollywood.’ Traitors’ Sam Asghari Opens Up About His New Romance After Notable Split With Britney Spears ]]></title>
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                                <p>To say that Sam Asghari’s relationship with Britney Spears was a matter of public interest would be an understatement. The model and trainer was there for the whole <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2566597/free-britney-movement-britney-spears-asks-to-speak-on-conservatorship-jamie-spears">“Free Britney” movement</a>, and the couple continued to make headlines following the end of her conservatorship and their <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it">2022 fairytale wedding</a>. That marriage is now in the past, with both parties having moved on, and it sounds like Asghari is grateful that his new romance is “not about Hollywood.”</p><p>Sam Asghari made a big name for himself separate from Britney Spears when he appeared on <em>The Traitors</em> on the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2025-tv-premiere-date-schedule-upcoming-new-returning-shows">2025 TV schedule</a>. He was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britneys-sam-asghari-lowkey-amazing-the-traitors-im-shook">lowkey amazing on the show</a> (which can be streamed with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/peacock-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included">Peacock subscription</a>), but he’s making sure all the drama stays on the screen and out of his personal life. Asghari opened up to <a href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/sam-asghari-says-relationship-with-brooke-irvine-is-about-love/">US Weekly</a> about his relationship with Brooke Irvine, saying:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s all about love. That’s what it is. It’s not about the industry, it’s not about Hollywood. It’s about what really is the most important thing, and that’s being present, being in the moment and supporting others that are doing this same thing.</p></blockquote></div><p>Brooke Irvine is a Los Angeles-based real estate agent, and she’s reportedly been dating Sam Asghari for a few months now. After five years of dating, Asghari and Britney Spears tied the knot in 2022. However, the trainer <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">filed for divorce just a year later</a> amid allegations that the former pop star had cheated on him with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-rumored-new-love-interest-spoke-about-pop-singer-first-time">contractor Paul Richard Soliz</a>, who had done some work on Spears’ and Asghari’s house. </p><p>In December 2023, they were declared legally single again and, despite seemingly being <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/why-sam-asghari-isnt-focusing-dating-after-split-britney-spears-traitors-season-3-casting">more focused on his dogs than dating</a>, Sam Asghari confirmed his relationship with Brooke Irvine soon after.</p><p>Britney Spears’ divorce from her third husband was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-hotel-boyfriend-paul-soliz-cops-paramedics-out-of-control-behavior">finalized in early May 2024</a>, the same week that her conservatorship battle with her dad, Jamie Spears, officially ended. It was at that time that her stay with Paul Richard Soliz at the Chateau Marmont ended, with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-hotel-boyfriend-paul-soliz-cops-paramedics-out-of-control-behavior">cops and paramedics being called</a> after an alleged altercation.</p><p>One can imagine that Sam Asghari would be happy to have a less-public relationship after everything he and Britney Spears endured. As the “Stronger” singer regained control of her life post-conservatorship, it seems the two didn’t see eye to eye on her posting nude photos to social media. However, while <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-shares-his-honest-thoughts-about-the-nude-photos-she-posts">Asghari “preferred” she didn’t</a>, he admitted he had no right to control what she showed of her body.</p><div class="product"><a data-dimension112="5b870197-0858-42c1-b9ee-d08d111e7320" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Peacock TV: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a year" data-dimension48="Peacock TV: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a year" href="https://www.peacocktv.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:500px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:100.00%;"><img id="ByRrqWe9bF7XLr7EtUSecV" name="Square Peacock logo.png" caption="" alt="" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ByRrqWe9bF7XLr7EtUSecV.png" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="500" height="500" attribution="" endorsement="" credit="" class=""></p></div></div></figure></a><p><a href="https://www.peacocktv.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="5b870197-0858-42c1-b9ee-d08d111e7320" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Peacock TV: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a year" data-dimension48="Peacock TV: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a year" data-dimension25=""><strong>Peacock TV: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a year</strong></a><strong><br></strong>See Sam Asghari on The Traitors, and tune into the latest hits from NBC and Bravo by subscribing to Peacock TV. Costing as little as $7.99 a month, you can also pay more for Peacock Premium and enjoy ad-free streams and the option to download titles to watch offline later.<a class="view-deal button" href="https://www.peacocktv.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-dimension112="5b870197-0858-42c1-b9ee-d08d111e7320" data-action="Deal Block" data-label="Peacock TV: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a year" data-dimension48="Peacock TV: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a year" data-dimension25="">View Deal</a></p></div><p>In January 2023, he expressed <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/reports-said-britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-stormed-out-of-restaurant-amidst-wifes-episode-he-has-a-different-story">frustration that his wife couldn’t even eat a meal</a> without being swarmed by fans with cameras after Britney Spears was reported to have <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-responded-to-restaurant-storm-out-with-middle-finger-video-and-she-has-a-point">stormed out of a restaurant</a> after acting “manic.” By March of that year, rumors that their marriage was in trouble really picked up speed when both the singer and Sam Asghari were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager">pictured without their wedding rings</a>.</p><p>While Britney Spears and Sam Asghari have seemingly moved on, she did appear to call out her latest ex-husband and others from her past for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-slams-past-relationships-shares-lingerie-pics-feel-beautiful">not making her “feel beautiful.”</a> It’s been close a full year since the divorce was finalized, and hopefully both parties are better off.</p>
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                                <p>Britney Spears has been known to bare it all a time or two, whether she’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/a-free-britney-spears-shares-nude-tub-photos-and-before-you-call-her-out-no-thats-not-photoshop">sharing nude bathtub pics</a> or <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britney-spears-beach-naked-post-divorce-millions-fan-views-why">disrobing at the beach</a>. In a series of posts shared on Sunday, the “...Baby One More Time” singer bared her body and her soul as she donned some lacy lingerie that she said made her “feel beautiful” as she lambasted her ex-husband Sam Asghari and other men from her past for never making her feel that way.</p><p>There was no dancing from Britney Spears in the Instagram posts shared April 13, as fans have seen so often in the past. The former pop star stood, staring into the camera as she showed off a black-and-white lace bra and risque black bottoms to match. Check out the post below:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DIZXqjfSpki/" target="_blank">A post shared by XILA MARIA RIVER RED (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>In the lengthy caption, she opened up about not being able to share her full self with partners after being “disrespected in bed”:</p><div><blockquote><p>I might look really pretty but I’ve never shared myself with a man in lingerie that REALLY made me feel beautiful and sacred. I’m not even lying… my closet was incredibly insane because it was a space for my soul and there had been waaaay too many times I had been incredibly disrespected in bed. Why the fuck would I ever share the real delicacy of the feeling I actually get when I do feel beautiful ??? </p></blockquote></div><p>It's likely Britney Spears is referring to Sam Asghari in the post, who she dated for six years before their <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it">2022 fairytale wedding</a>. <em>The Traitors</em> star <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">filed to end his marriage to Britney Spears</a> just one year later, with the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-ends-divorce-sam-asghari">divorce being finalized in May 2024</a>. </p><p>She also may also be referencing <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-rumored-new-love-interest-spoke-about-pop-singer-first-time">Paul Soliz, her former housekeeper</a>, who was involved in the Chateau Martmont incident last May in which <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posts-swollen-ankle-injury-domestic-disturbance">Spears injured her ankle</a>. The singer reportedly <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2025/04/08/britney-spears-paul-soliz-break-up-again/">broke up with Soliz again</a> recently. Her Instagram post continued:</p><div><blockquote><p>It’s so bitter sweet, but I knew my REAL heart would never share that or take a chance to bring my real heart in bed with someone who I KNEW would utterly and completely destroy me… so kinda fucked up a 6 year relationship 😳😳😳 2 year relationship… that’s a very long time to dream of the real deal, but guess what, I was 100% right. So they think they played me ??? I realize I played their asses as well 😳😳😳😳😳😳</p></blockquote></div><p>It’s unknown if her words are aimed at any other specific exes. Before Sam Asghari and Paul Soliz, she was married to Kevin Federline for three years, and she’s had several other public relationships — most notably, her infamous romance and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/story-behind-justin-timberlakes-break-up-britney-spears-shooting-music-video">breakup with Justin Timberlake</a>, details of which were among the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-biggest-reveals-memoir-the-woman-in-me-abortion-justin-timberlake">biggest reveals in her memoir, <em>The Woman in Me</em></a>. </p><p>She had one final middle finger for those who have done her wrong, writing:</p><div><blockquote><p>Psss I also know how cruel the world is, but I still would rather share with the world than men who have utterly and completely destroyed my heart. It frankly cuts straight through the bullshit… it’s me and my teddy bear aka husband Henry 😳😳😳😂😂😂 and as for the men of the world… sincerely FUCK YOU !!!</p></blockquote></div><p>Britney Spears wasn’t done with just the one lingerie post, though. In addition to some images of the beach from her house (and a clip of a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DIZfFLxTkP6/?img_index=4">man riding a horse while standing</a>), she mentioned the “spiritual cleansing of laughter, tears, insanity, and all the emotions that allow my heart to let go and heal !!!” In yet another separate <a href="https://www.instagram.com/britneyspears/p/DIZb6vDSYlH/?img_index=1">post</a> that featured the same bra and panty set as above, she wrote: </p><div><blockquote><p>Life goes on… people move on… know your self-worth !!! Learn from mistakes and protect your heart, always !!! And if you really want to, embarrass the shit out of the people who did you wrong, I mean, I would never do that but… 🤔🙄😳😂😂 👠</p></blockquote></div><p>We can only guess what has inspired Britney Spears’ latest musings, but if the men in her life don’t make her feel beautiful, I’m glad to see she’s finding ways to do that herself.</p>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Corey Chichizola ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QyFDQjurXJr5xt5g6DznEN.png ]]></dc:source>
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                                <p><strong>Minor spoilers ahead for the most recent episode of </strong><em><strong>The Traitors.</strong></em></p><p>While it's only been on the air for a few years, <em>The Traitors </em>has quickly become one of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/watch-best-reality-tv-shows-online">best reality shows</a> of all time. Those with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/peacock-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included">Peacock subscription</a> have been treated to plenty of iconic moments, especially from the current third season. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/following-rumors-the-traitors-reveals-official-season-3-cast">The cast of <em>The Traitors</em> Season 3</a> has reality royalty, as well as Britney Spears' ex Sam Asghari. It turns out he's actually amazing at the game, and I'm totally shook.</p><p>While some fans are still figuring <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/watch-the-traitors-us-season-3">how to watch <em>The Traitors</em> Season 3</a>, I'm pouring over every frame of footage when new episodes air. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-ends-divorce-sam-asghari">Asghari's divorce from Britney Spears is finalized</a>, and now he's making headlines thanks to his work on the reality competition series. Because while he started off pretty quiet, he definitely turned heads during Episode 8.</p><p>Sam finally took center stage at breakfast in the most recent episode. He revealed his strategy in the game: to mostly observe and listen rather than chiming in all the time. And he made some great observations during that time, including a trap that he set for the Traitors. Unfortunately, said trap didn't exactly work out as he planned.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="YAxAKkHUc4jnS29tw7SpPc" name="SamTraitorsConfessional" alt="Sam Asghari in a confessional" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YAxAKkHUc4jnS29tw7SpPc.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="720" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Peacock)</span></figcaption></figure><p>After finding out about how the way the face to face murder was presented, Sam devised a plan to possibly catch the Traitors in a lie. Namely by asking what <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/alan-cumming-explains-ridiculous-accent-the-traitors">host Alan Cumming</a> was wearing when he appeared to those who were not murdered.</p><p>And this plan almost came together and blew up <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/survivor-44s-carolyn-wiger-gets-real-about-how-fans-have-responded-i-know-im-not-everyones-cup-of-tea"><em>Survivor</em> icon Carolyn Wiger</a>'s game. Unfortunately, the<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/the-traitors-season-3-gameplay-frustrating-me-saved-by-tom-sandoval"> always bumbling Tom Sandoval</a> ruined this plan. Because right when it looked like Carolyn was caught, he interrupted and gave her all the answers to prove she was a Faithful. </p><p>I was also impressed by the way Sam Asghari clocked the dysfunction that's been happening behind the scenes with the Traitors. While the Faithful assumed they had some master plan in the Turret, the actor/model said that he doesn't think the Traitors are quite that smart. Unfortunately, he said this in front of Danielle. So we'll just have to wait and see if she decides to get revenge and murder him.</p><p>Sam's strategy for staying largely in the background might end up helping him get to the end of the game this season. There are still big threats in the game like Dylan Efron, who I assume The Traitors will end up murdering soon. So if Sam can stick around and make a big move when the timing is right, I could see him potentially turning the game on its head. </p><p>We'll get more information when <em>The Traitors</em> airs new episodes Thursdays on Peacock, as part of the<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2025-tv-premiere-date-schedule-upcoming-new-returning-shows"> 2025 TV premiere schedule</a>. Hopefully Asghari doesn't get eliminated. </p>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Corey Chichizola ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QyFDQjurXJr5xt5g6DznEN.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey Chichizola has been with CinemaBlend since 2015, starting as the Weekend Editor before climbing up the ranks and eventually becoming the Movies Editor. Born and raised in New Jersey and an alumnus of Ramapo College, he&#039;s combined his degrees in theater and literature to cover the the way stories are told in TV and film. On top of helping run the news cycle, Corey has been honored to do a variety of on camera interviews with his personal heroes, and has been particularly privileged to speak with actors about their process on set. Before joining the CB team he worked in the New York theater world, and is thrilled to be in such close proximity to the city that never sleeps.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey is one of CinemaBlend&#039;s biggest horror nerds, and is happy to cover all thing spooky, especially related to favorite franchises like Halloween and Scream. He&#039;s also taken his passion and education for theater to cover the movie musical beat on the website. While a movies editor, Corey is also a television addict, watching what seems like a billion different shows every year. Aside from scripted programs, he&#039;s got a passion for certain corners of the Reality TV world including Survivor, RuPaul&#039;s Drag Race, and the Real Housewives. He&#039;s also got a passion for the mockumentary subgenre on both the big and small screens, especially projects like Drop Dead Gorgeous, Waiting for Guffman, and The Office.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&#039;s He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything that Jordan Peele will give us, Talk to Me, the Exorcist reboot, the final season of Handmaid&#039;s Tale.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Few celebrities have had quite as much headline-fueling fame as the Princess of Pop, Britney Spears. She and her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">ex Sam Asghari filed for divorce</a> after years together, and he's part of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/following-rumors-the-traitors-reveals-official-season-3-cast"><em>Traitors</em> Season 3 cast list</a>. But his famous ex is also making moves, including <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/britney-spears-confirms-biopic-movie-jon-m-chu-but-crazy-rich-asians-2">Britney's announcement</a> that her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-ex-sam-asghari-whether-hes-worried-tell-all-memoir">tell-all novel <em>The Woman in Me</em></a> is getting the biopic treatment. And now Asghari has broken his silence on the subject, being quoted saying "I just hope they have her approval".</p><p>When fans rallied around <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britney-spears-learning-free-britney-in-rehab-complicated-feelings">the #FreeBritney movement</a> to reach an end to her conservatorship, they also applauded Sam Asghari for making Spears so happy. But now they've split, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britney-spears-ex-husband-the-traitors-season-three-sam-asghari">Asghari is seemingly unable to speak about her</a> on <em>The Traitors</em>. But during a red carpet interview with <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcb9a0Z0Wxo">Entertainment Tonight</a>, he spoke about the upcoming biopic, offering:</p><div><blockquote><p>I just hope that they have her approval on everything. And that they do justice by her legacy because it's a really strong one. </p></blockquote></div><p>Pretty classy response. Despite whatever went down in their relationship, it sounds like he wants the best for Britney... especially in relation to her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-music-biopics">upcoming musical biopic</a> that'll be directed by Jon M. Chu.  </p><p>While fans have to wait to see how Asghari does on <em>The Traitors</em> (which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/peacock-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included">Peacock subscription</a>), he's been keeping busy with other projects like the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2553438/upcoming-john-cena-movies-wwe-events-and-more">upcoming John Cena movie</a> <em>Jackpot</em>. In the same interview with ET, he was asked who should play him in <em>The Woman In Me</em>, and he sidestepped the query, saying:</p><div><blockquote><p>I'd like to focus on these films. And I want to play other characters as well. So I'm really just focusing on my craft. </p></blockquote></div><p>Fair point. Asghari is just going to focus on his own career, rather than getting too into the weeds related to the upcoming Britney Spears movie. Still, it would make sense if he was a character that popped up eventually.</p><p>Of course, the biggest casting question fans have is who might play Britney, as well as Justin Timberlake. The <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-brutally-honest-memoir-will-cover-the-justin-timberlake-split-and-more-vulnerable-moments-from-the-singers-life">memoir was brutally honest about her time with Timberlake</a>, including when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-biggest-reveals-memoir-the-woman-in-me-abortion-justin-timberlake">Spears was encouraged to have an abortion</a>. Given how she and the NSYNC singer knew each other from an early age before even dating, he could be a fairly large character in the developing movie. </p><p>Not much is known about the movie adaptation of <em>The Woman In Me</em>, but it's expected to be directed by <em>Crazy Rich Asians</em> filmmaker Jon M. Chu and produced by Marc Platt. And whoever ends up playing Britney is going to have some seriously big shoes to fill. </p><p>Only time will tell what's coming in the Britney movie has it continues development. For now, check out the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/upcoming-movies-2025-new-movie-release-dates">2025 movie release dates</a> to plan your trips to the theater next year. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Why Sam Asghari Isn't 'Focusing On Dating' After Split From Britney Spears, Traitors Season 3 Casting ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sam Asghari explains why dating is not his focus after divorce from Britney Spears and landing on The Traitors Season 3 cast. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Heidi Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w7HQ9MvRSDd7diNpTmruW9.png ]]></dc:source>
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi grew up in the 1990s, and her tastes strongly reflect that. She can (and does) quote Friends constantly, enjoys a good West Wing binge, thinks Can&#039;t Hardly Wait was the most influential movie of her life and finds solace in 311 concerts. On Sundays during football season, she can be found cheering on the New Orleans Saints with her husband and two daughters. Who Dat! She loves to read but usually settles for a pop culture podcast, and thinks the best weekends are spent cooking and playing cards with friends and family, preferably with some UFC fights or other sporting event on TV.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Britney Spears was quick to get back in the game following her split last August from Sam Asghari, dating Paul Soliz until she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-declared-herself-single-cutting-out-paul-soliz-new-roomie"><u>declared herself single again</u></a> in July. The same can’t be said for Asghari, though, as he seems to have other things on his mind these days. The former model and personal trainer recently <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/britney-spears-ex-husband-the-traitors-season-three-sam-asghari"><u>joined the cast of </u><u><em>The Traitors</em></u><u> Season 3</u></a>, and he opened up about where his priorities lie since divorcing the pop princess. His love life is not topping that list.</p><p>Sam Asghari and Britney Spears were together for seven years — married for one — before <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>calling it quits in 2023</u></a>. One year later Asghari told <a href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/sam-asghari-shares-lessons-from-britney-spears-divorce-if-hes-dating/"><u>US Weekly</u></a> that his career is his main focus, as well as his pampered pooch. He said:</p><div><blockquote><p>Right now, I’m dating a very high-maintenance girl and, you know, I have to get her nails done and take her to the dog park and feed her good food and get her really nice treats. That is what I’m focused on at the moment. And [a] career is something that’s going to require 100 percent of your time, and I’m really putting all that effort and putting all of my mindset towards acting … [and] producing career.</p></blockquote></div><p>It sounds like Sam Asghari has a pretty high-maintenance dog to take care of as he <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegedly-hires-staff-amid-divorce-sam-asgharis-career-following-split"><u>moves ahead with his acting career</u></a>, so good luck with those nail appointments! After landing small roles on shows like <em>Lioness</em>, <em>Black Monday </em>and <em>Hacks</em>, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-dropped-40-pounds-since-splitting-britney-spears-transformation"><u>Asghari also dropped 40 pounds</u></a> and will appear in the movie <em>Jackpot!</em> (previously titled <em>Grand Death Lotto</em>, which stars John Cena and Awkwafina and will be available to stream with an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/amazon-prime-subscription-the-plan-the-price-and-whats-included"><u>Amazon Prime subscription</u></a> on August 15.</p><p>The inspiration behind his laser focus is something he credits to his family, as he told the trade:</p><div><blockquote><p>It deserves that type of work ethic, and watching my sisters do such an amazing thing at pursuing their dreams makes me inspired. Watching them work 100 percent makes me realize it’s going to take 100-and-something percent to reach my goals. My goals are always the opposite of my personality. That’s gonna require a lot of time, so I’m not really focusing on [dating] at the moment.</p></blockquote></div><p>Sam Asghari sounds willing to put in the work to accomplish his goals, and his upcoming appearance on <em>The Traitors</em> might be his biggest job yet. After Season 2 took <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/peacock-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included"><u>Peacock subscription</u></a> holders by storm, the third season is set to star a new group of stars including Dolores Catania, Bob the Drag Queen, Tom Sandoval, Chrishell Stause and Nikki Garcia, to name a few, with Emmy nominated host <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/alan-cumming-explains-ridiculous-accent-the-traitors"><u>Alan Cumming returning with his ridiculous accent</u></a>. </p><p>Britney Spears' ex-husband isn't the only one making big Hollywood moves, though. The "Toxic" singer herself also recently announced that her memoir <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/britney-spears-confirms-biopic-movie-jon-m-chu-but-crazy-rich-asians-2"><u><em>The Woman in Me</em></u><u> is being adapted for film</u></a> by Jon M. Chu. I suppose we can assume Sam Asghari won’t be auditioning for a role in that project?</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears' Ex Husband Is Joining The Traitors. One Thing He Absolutely Won't Be Able To Discuss ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sam Asghari is part of the star-studded cast of The Traitors Season 3. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Corey Chichizola ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QyFDQjurXJr5xt5g6DznEN.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey Chichizola has been with CinemaBlend since 2015, starting as the Weekend Editor before climbing up the ranks and eventually becoming the Movies Editor. Born and raised in New Jersey and an alumnus of Ramapo College, he&#039;s combined his degrees in theater and literature to cover the the way stories are told in TV and film. On top of helping run the news cycle, Corey has been honored to do a variety of on camera interviews with his personal heroes, and has been particularly privileged to speak with actors about their process on set. Before joining the CB team he worked in the New York theater world, and is thrilled to be in such close proximity to the city that never sleeps.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Corey is one of CinemaBlend&#039;s biggest horror nerds, and is happy to cover all thing spooky, especially related to favorite franchises like Halloween and Scream. He&#039;s also taken his passion and education for theater to cover the movie musical beat on the website. While a movies editor, Corey is also a television addict, watching what seems like a billion different shows every year. Aside from scripted programs, he&#039;s got a passion for certain corners of the Reality TV world including Survivor, RuPaul&#039;s Drag Race, and the Real Housewives. He&#039;s also got a passion for the mockumentary subgenre on both the big and small screens, especially projects like Drop Dead Gorgeous, Waiting for Guffman, and The Office.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What&#039;s He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything that Jordan Peele will give us, Talk to Me, the Exorcist reboot, the final season of Handmaid&#039;s Tale.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>After just a few years on the air, <em>The Traitors</em> has established itself as one of the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/watch-best-reality-tv-shows-online">best reality shows</a> on TV. Part of this popularity comes from the ensemble full of reality TV icons, with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/traitors-season-2s-cast-has-been-confirmed-and-it-includes-survivor-and-real-housewife-royalty"><em>The Traitors</em> Season 2 cast</a> including beloved figures from <em>Survivor</em>, <em>The Challenge</em>, and <em>The Real Housewives</em>. The third season will feature <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-ends-divorce-sam-asghari">Britney Spears' ex-husband</a> Sam Asghari, although there's one thing he's reportedly not allowed to talk about.</p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/following-rumors-the-traitors-reveals-official-season-3-cast">The cast of <em>The Traitors</em> Season 3</a> was just revealed, and there are a number of familiar faces who will be duking it out in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/alan-cumming-explains-ridiculous-accent-the-traitors">host Alan Cumming</a>'s Scotland mansion. Asghari was a surprise name on the list, and according to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2024/06/07/sam-asghari-no-talking-britney-spears-the-traitors-reality-tv-show/">TMZ</a>, he won't be able to talk about Britney while appearing on the show. </p><p>Per this report, Sam Asghari basically has a gag order when it comes to speaking about the Princess of Pop in public forums like <em>The Traitors</em> (which is streaming with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/peacock-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included">Peacock subscription</a>). So it seems he won't be able to use his connection to celebrity to bond with his fellow castmates in the mansion. </p><p>It should be interesting to see how a wild card like Asghari does in a cut throat, deceptive game like <em>The Traitors</em>. While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/interviews/survivors-boston-rob-mariano-deal-or-no-deal-island-comments-unscripted-tv"><em>Survivor</em> winners like Boston Rob</a> and Tony Vlachos are going to try and get to the end of the finale no matter what, perhaps Sam's status as an outsider will allow him to suss out the Traitors and Faithful. </p><p>It's fascinating to see how each season of <em>The Traitors</em> ends up totally different, depending on the individuals who make up the cast. Case in point: the first season of <em>The Traitors Australia</em> was thrilling, while <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/fans-hated-season-2-rhe-traitors-australia-one-great-contestant-annabel">Season 2 was so disappointed hated by fans</a> that the show was cancelled. And the US version having a full cast of public figures and reality stars definitely adds another wrinkle to the gameplay.</p><p>After <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/rumored-cast-the-traitors-season-3-fans-not-happy-survivor"><em>The Traitors</em> casting rumors circulated</a> online, the network made the bold decision to officially reveal its cast, which is in the midst of filming as we speak. While there are no competitors on <em>The Challenge</em> after Season 2's finale, there are plenty of iconic gamers. That includes Survivor's Tony Vlachos, Jeremy Collins, Boston Rob, and Corolyn Wiger. We've also got Housewives Dorinda Medley, Dolores Catania (who I suggested <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/5-real-housewives-i-want-to-see-on-the-traitors-season-2">should join<em> The Traitors</em></a> years ago), and Robyn Dixon. <em>Big Brother</em> alums Danielle Reyes and Britney Haynes are included, as is <em>RuPaul's Drag Race</em> winner Bob the Drag Queen (who I also said was a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/features/5-rupauls-drag-race-queens-who-would-kill-it-on-the-traitors">Ru Girl who would be great for <em>The Traitors</em></a>). And I'm hoping Bob has a long run, because I'm still mad about Peppermint's elimination last season.</p><p>It's currently unclear when <em>The Traitors</em> Season 3 will debut on Peacock. For now, check the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2024-tv-show-premiere-dates-schedule">TV premiere list</a> to plan your next binge watch. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ It’s a Big Week For Britney Spears Legal Stuff As Her Conservatorship Ends And Her Divorce From Sam Asghari Wrapped Up ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ After Britney Spears settled her court case with her father, her divorce from Sam Asghari also became official. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Heidi Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w7HQ9MvRSDd7diNpTmruW9.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi Venable is a Content Producer for CinemaBlend. She started freelancing for the site in 2020 and officially came on board in 2021. Her job entails writing news stories and TV reactions from some of her favorite prime-time shows like Grey&#039;s Anatomy and The Bachelor. She graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a degree in Journalism and worked in the newspaper industry for almost two decades in multiple roles including Sports Editor, Page Designer and Online Editor.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>After the week Britney Spears has had, she’s going to need one of those <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/incredible-amounts-money-britney-spears-vacations-going-broke"><u>extravagant vacations she’s been spending so much money on</u></a> in order to cool down! First, the retired pop star settled a lengthy court battle with her father, finally bringing an official end to the 13-year conservatorship and the lawyers’ fees surrounding it. Then in more legal news for Britney, her divorce from Sam Asghari was finalized nearly nine months after the personal trainer <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>filed to end their marriage</u></a>. Let’s take a look at this week in Britney’s legal news:</p><h2 id="britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-are-officially-divorced">Britney Spears And Sam Asghari Are Officially Divorced </h2><p>There was allegedly no drama as the paperwork on the divorce between Sam Asghari and Britney Spears was filed late May 1, with <a href="https://pagesix.com/2024/05/02/entertainment/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-finalize-divorce/"><u>Page Six</u></a> reporting it just needed a judge’s signature to become official. The couple — who was married for just a year but had been dating since 2016 — reportedly maintained the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway"><u>terms of their prenuptial agreement</u></a>. </p><p>That means the “... Baby One More Time” singer will get to keep “miscellaneous jewelry,” other personal items and the money she made before, during and after the two said I do in a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it"><u>fairytale 2022 wedding</u></a>. Additional property assets will also be divided according to the terms of their prenup. It was previously reported that the prenup would keep Sam Asghari from collecting spousal support, and other issues were handled soon after their separation, including <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/details-britney-spears-divorce-how-much-paying-sams-apartment-keeping-dogs"><u>custody of their beloved dogs</u></a>.</p><p>Rumors had swirled that there was trouble in paradise ahead of their official split announcement in August. Both Britney Spears and Sam Asghari were seen publicly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager"><u>without their wedding rings</u></a> in the months leading up to the court filing. </p><h2 id="settlement-with-jamie-spears-ends-conservatorship-battle">Settlement With Jamie Spears Ends Conservatorship Battle </h2><p>Britney Spears’ divorce was the second legal battle this week that was resolved for the <em>Crossroads</em> actress. The first was the official end of the battle over money related to her conservatorship. A judge ruled back in November 2021 that Spears be released from the conservatorship, putting her back in charge of her life and finances. However, questions remained about lawyer fees from those court proceedings, and Britney made allegations about how her father Jamie Spears had spent her money over those years, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-britney-spears-lawyer-blasted-her-managers-for-taking-millions-hes-now-facing-big-questions"><u>enlisting the help of attorney Mathew Rosengart</u></a> to try to recoup some of that cash.</p><p>In the end there was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-takes-aim-parents-salty-posts-after-settling-lawsuit-jamie-spears"><u>“no justice,” in Britney Spears’ words,</u></a> as the case was settled without her being awarded any money from her dad — and she reportedly forked over another $2 million to pay his lawyer fees.</p><p>All of this news came amid reports that the “Toxic” singer was in danger of “going broke” due to luxurious jaunts via private jet to French Polynesia; however, sources have <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/rumors-swirled-britney-spears-going-broke-lavish-vacations-insider"><u>disputed those rumors</u></a>, saying Britney Spears is just fine financially, thanks in part to the release of her memoir last year, <em>The Woman in Me</em>. </p><p>Now that these legal battles are over, hopefully Britney Spears does take some time to relax and recover, and the rest of us can mark the end of this week in legal news by watching the singer in <em>Crossroads</em>, which is now available to stream with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/netflix-subscription-the-plans-the-price-and-whats-included"><u>Netflix subscription</u></a>. </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Months after his split from Britney Spears, Sam Asghari is getting candid about their marriage and subsequent divorce. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>After Britney Spears and Sam Asghari married in 2022, they quickly became one of the highest profile pairs of spouses in all of Hollywood. Their relationship, of course, ultimately came to an end in 2023, as it was reported that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">Asghari and Spears were headed for divorce</a>. The two have since finalized the legal proceedings and have seemingly moved on with their lives. However, many still seem to be curious about the inner workings of their relatively short-lived nuptials. Now, months after the split, Asghari is getting candid not only about the divorce but how he now views the marriage in the aftermath. </p><p>The actor and fitness trainer, who met his 42-year-old ex in 2016 on the set of her "Slumber Party" music video, has only spoken about his marriage to the pop singer on a handful of occasions. And, in each case, he was complimentary of his former spouse. He recently sat down with <a href="https://people.com/sam-asghari-opens-up-divorce-britney-spears-exclusive-8601026"><u>People</u></a>, during which he shared additional thoughts about the marriage. Based on his comments, he doesn’t look at it through a negative lens. The 29-year-old – who was the partner to file for divorce last year – told the trade: </p><div><blockquote><p>It was a blessing to be able to share life with someone for a long time. And people grow apart and people move on. I've always hated people leaving a certain relationship — and at some point they told each other they love each other and they sat at the same table and ate food [together] — so I never understood when people part ways [and] they talk badly about each other. That's something I'm never going to do because I had nothing but an amazing experience and a great life, and that's always going to be part of my life, a chapter of my life.</p></blockquote></div><p>As far as the public was aware, Sam Asghari and Britney Spears were relatively happy but, as he said, “people grow apart.” Rumors have swirled in regard to the exact reason why their relationship came to an end and, early on, insiders claimed that Ashgari was enraged by supposed infidelity reports aimed at his wife. Neither of the former spouses have confirmed that to have been the case. Whatever went down exactly though, Asghari appears to be keeping a stiff upper lip as he moves forward. The <em>Special Ops: Lioness</em> alum, who turns 30 this month, simply seems keen on learning from the experiences he’s had:</p><div><blockquote><p>I used to think people that were 30 years old were so old when I was in high school. But every person I talk to, the older they get, the more they get to enjoy life because with age comes wisdom and experiences. And I think experiences in life are beautiful, so that's something that I'm just super excited to just be fulfilled with. I always have the most positive mindset about life. My experiences in life have shaped me into the man I am today. I will continue growing. I come from a place where we celebrate our past. I look back fondly. My past was a blessing and beautiful.</p></blockquote></div><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Sam Asghari</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="PVPQq4hRyp2TJuvxvwNkW8" name="sam asghari.png" caption="" alt="sam asghari interview on access hollywood" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PVPQq4hRyp2TJuvxvwNkW8.png" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: KNBC)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-ex-sam-asghari-got-called-out-jobless-a-comeback-referenced-leonardo-dicaprio">Britney Spears’ Ex Sam Asghari Got Called Out For Being Jobless, And His A+ Comeback Referenced Leonardo DiCaprio</a></p></div></div><p>These days, it seems that Sam Asghari is finding ways to stay proactive, and he seems to be reaping the benefits. For instance, he <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-dropped-40-pounds-since-splitting-britney-spears-transformation">dropped 40 pounds following the divorce</a>, and it looks like he’s loving his body. As for the diplomacy he’s shown his ex-wife since the breakup, he’s shown it by not only throwing her compliments but by also declining comment when he sees fit. That latter scenario played out when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-was-asked-about-britney-spears-family-reunion-it-didnt-go-well">Asghari was asked about a Spears family reunion</a> that took place last year.</p><p>Meanwhile, Britney Spears has also been open about the divorce in a few social media posts. When <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-breaks-silence-on-divorce-from-sam-asghari">Spears broke her silence</a>, she thanked people for sending warm messages and became vulnerable about having “been playing it strong for way too long.” Since the split, she’s also released her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-biggest-reveals-memoir-the-woman-in-me-abortion-justin-timberlake">bombshell-filled memoir, <em>The Woman in Me</em></a>. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-ex-sam-asghari-whether-hes-worried-tell-all-memoir">Sam Asghari wasn’t worried</a> about what might be said about him in the book, and that seemingly at-ease attitude definitely still seems to be sticking with him even now.</p><p>We&apos;ll have to wait and see just what lies ahead for both of the ex-lovers. Whatever that may be though, let&apos;s just hope that they&apos;re able to move forward in a way that&apos;s healthy and works best for them.</p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sam Asghari has been using his post-Britney Spears breakup time to transform his body! ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Adrienne Jones ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ttBJtAZ7vqCe9Tp4BQiALo.png ]]></dc:source>
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                                <p>Even if you’ve never gotten a divorce, you likely know that having to dissolve a long-term relationship can really change a person. The hope, of course, is that both parties involved will come out better as they begin to heal, and it seems like Sam Asghari is well on his way to doing that since his <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>sudden August 2023 breakup</u></a> from soon-to-be ex-wife, Britney Spears. The model/actor revealed he’s lost 40 pounds since the split, and you can take a look at his transformation.</p><h2 id="how-does-sam-asghari-look-after-weight-loss-amid-divorce-from-britney-spears">How Does Sam Asghari Look After Weight Loss Amid Divorce From Britney Spears?</h2><p>If you’re like me, the idea that the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/special-ops-lioness-cast"><u><em>Special Ops: Lioness</em></u><u> cast</u></a> member, who has also worked as a fitness trainer, even needed to lose weight seems odd, as he’s never looked anything but perfectly trim. However, Sam Asghari recently showed off some of his newly even-more-fit physique on his <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/samasghari/3261603996598010085/"><u>Instagram stories</u></a> with videos of his recent shoot for a PETA ad. Take a look at the end result, which the organization posted:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1DhqakMQQ0/" target="_blank">A post shared by PETA (@peta)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Ok, seeing as how he’s fully dressed in these shots, with the exception of that peek at his incredibly toned arms, I will admit that it’s a bit difficult to see the transformation. So, let’s look at a workout clip that Asghari (who’s said to be <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegedly-hires-staff-amid-divorce-sam-asgharis-career-following-split"><u>putting a bigger focus on his career now</u></a>) posted in early December, which definitely shows that Spears’ ex has toned up every single muscle in his body:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0ZhyJcRbe-/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sam Asghari (@samasghari)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>I mean, good lord. Did you see his back and arms? I don’t know if fourth year medical students have even seen that many muscles! In case you’re wondering about the hows and whys of Asghari’s 40 pound transformation, he spoke to <a href="https://pagesix.com/2023/12/19/celebrity-news/sam-asghari-nearly-unrecognizable-after-dropping-40-pounds-following-britney-spears-split/"><u>Page Six</u></a> about it, and said:</p><div><blockquote><p>So, in the past five months I’ve had a little transformation which was losing about a good 35 to 40 pounds. Sometimes when you are in a situation that you don’t get to necessarily focus on yourself, it could be challenging for you to notice [your physique changes] but everybody else does. Being by yourself and alone is a really good opportunity to focus on yourself. [This is] not necessarily a revenge body, but a self-love sort of thing.</p></blockquote></div><p>If you’re relatively lucky, I do suppose that one positive outcome from a big breakup will be you having more time to focus on yourself. Apparently, Asghari felt that he’d let himself go a bit while in his relationship with Spears, which is understandable considering the many ups and downs they went through since beginning their romance in 2017. He clearly feels that this new body better represents who he is. </p><p>We still haven’t had any confirmation from the former couple about why the split occurred, and are unlikely to in the foreseeable future, unless the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway"><u>ironclad prenup Asghari signed</u></a> is successfully challenged in court by his lawyer. While there have been rumors of Spears cheating on him and allegations that it may have been with a member of their household staff, along with reports of her attacking him as he slept, those <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/rumors-swirled-britney-spears-divorce-was-about-cheating-and-violence-an-insider-says-not-so-fast"><u>rumors were refuted</u></a> by an unnamed source close to the pop star.</p><p>There were many <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-biggest-reveals-memoir-the-woman-in-me-abortion-justin-timberlake"><u>big reveals in Spears’ recent memoir</u></a>, but she stayed very civil to her ex and didn’t have any of the text changed to reflect their impending divorce or what led to it. Asghari also confirmed that he’s “focusing on work at the moment,” and “definitely won’t be joining any dating apps any time soon. That’s for sure.” So, his weight loss is just a sign of him getting back to taking care of himself, which is what everyone needs, especially after a breakup.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sam Asghari Was Asked About Britney Spears’ Family Reunion. It Didn’t Go Well ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sam Asghari was asked about Britney Spears' reunion with her mom Lynne and possible reconciliation with dad Jamie. See how he responded. ]]>
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                                <p>It’s been an eventful year for Britney Spears, filled with highs (like the release of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-memoir-is-bestseller-how-its-success-has-impacted-her"><u>her bestselling memoir </u><u><em>The Woman in Me</em></u></a>) and lows (including her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>split from husband Sam Asghari</u></a>), and in the midst of it all, it seems the pop star has been making moves toward mending fences with her family. Having been in a relationship with Britney Spears since 2017, Asghari has seen first-hand what’s gone down between her and her family members, but that doesn’t mean we’re going to get his take on a possible reconciliation between Britney and her dad Jamie Spears, as one reporter recently found out.</p><p>Britney Spears recently <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-birthday-with-lynne-wonderful-trying-to-make-peace-with-jamie-lynn"><u>reconnected with her mom Lynne for a “wonderful” birthday celebration</u></a>, and rumor has it she’s open to making peace with her father, as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/family-reunion-rumors-britney-spears-dad-jamie-reportedly-had-leg-amputated"><u>Jamie Spears reportedly had a leg amputated</u></a> after battling an infection. <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/12/07/sam-asghari-britney-spears-jamie-spears-avoids-questions-reconciliation/"><u>TMZ</u></a> approached Sam Asghari for his thoughts on a Spears family reunion, and the personal trainer dodged the question with a friendly: </p><div><blockquote><p>I wish everyone a happy holiday. Absolutely.</p></blockquote></div><p>Sam Asghari has been critical of Jamie Spears in the past, and TMZ reminded him that he’d once referred to his father-in-law as “a dick.” The actor, however, didn’t take the bait, and when asked if he thought it was a good idea for Britney Spears to reconnect with her family after all the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegations-against-her-family-a-timeline"><u>accusations she’d made against them</u></a>, he again said: </p><div><blockquote><p>Happy holidays.</p></blockquote></div><p>He continued to sidestep questions about when he thought he’d get back into the dating world, who between him and Britney Spears would start dating again first and the type of person he would be looking for, instead choosing to wonder aloud if his car had been towed and voicing hopes that he hadn&apos;t gotten a parking ticket. After another photographer asked what was on his Christmas list, Sam Asghari humorously replied: </p><div><blockquote><p>You know, this was my last workout. I gotta head to the North Pole. I’m Santa Claus.</p></blockquote></div><p>Since news of their impending divorce broke, Sam Asghari has spoken about his estranged wife only a couple of times. “Shit happens” is the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway"><u>reason he gave for the couple deciding to end their journey</u></a> after a year of marriage, but he maintained that they had “love and respect” for each other. In regards to her memoir, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-ex-sam-asghari-whether-hes-worried-tell-all-memoir"><u>Asghari said he had already read </u><u><em>The Woman in Me</em></u></a> and was “extremely proud” of Britney Spears for the hard work she put into it.</p><p>Despite Sam Asghari declining the opportunity to slam the <em>Crossroads</em> actress or her family in the press, the relationship between the exes doesn’t seem to be as amicable as one might hope. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/details-britney-spears-divorce-how-much-paying-sams-apartment-keeping-dogs"><u>Details of the divorce emerged</u></a>, which included rumors that the actor wanted to challenge the prenuptial agreement he signed ahead of the couple’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it"><u>2022 fairytale wedding ceremony</u></a>. The prenup dictates that Asghari would not be entitled to spousal support payments, but it’s thought that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway"><u>Britney Spears might pay up anyway</u></a> to keep the “extensive confidentiality clause” from being challenged.</p><p>With a strong NDA in place, Sam Asghari might have more than one reason to keep his opinions to himself when it comes to Britney Spears and her relationship with her family.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears’ Ex Sam Asghari Shares Take On Whether He’s Worried About Her Tell-All Memoir ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Ahead of the release of Britney Spears' memoir, her ex, Sam Asghari, explained whether he's worried about it. ]]>
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Britney Spears is currently sorting out legal matters with estranged husband Sam Asghari, who <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>filed for divorce</u></a> from her after 14 months of marriage in August. At the same time, the music icon is working on some professional projects and looking towards the release of her tell-all memoir. The book has been highly anticipated, as it’s been said that it’ll take a deep dive into Spears’ professional and personal lives. Considering how introspective it’s going to be, it’s natural to wonder how those who’ve had intimate relationships with the “Circus” singer might feel about it. Asghari was recently asked whether he’s worried about what might be said about him and provided an honest take.</p><p>The 41-year-old Grammy winner’s memoir, <em>The Woman in Me</em>, is reportedly set to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-brutally-honest-memoir-will-cover-the-justin-timberlake-split-and-more-vulnerable-moments-from-the-singers-life"><u>cover her relationship with Justin Timberlake</u></a> as well as some of the most “vulnerable” moments in her life. Chances are her latest hubby is going to be mentioned within the text at some point, and whether he’ll be portrayed in a positive or negative way remains to be seen. We may now have an indication regarding which way it swings, however, as the 29-year-old actor isn’t concerned about the contents of the book. That’s partially due to the fact that he’s apparently already laid eyes on it: </p><div><blockquote><p>I already read it, and I’m very proud of her. And she put a lot of work to it, and it was very hard. So I’m definitely excited, and I’m extremely proud of her. </p></blockquote></div><p>Sam Asghari also told <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/10/13/sam-asghari-not-dating-excited-britney-spears-new-book/"><u>TMZ</u></a> that writing the memoir was a “tough” endeavor for his soon-to-be-ex-wife, which appears to be part of the reason why he’s so “proud” of her. It’s also interesting to hear that he’s already been able to check out the book for himself. One has to wonder whether that was the result of a personal gesture or a legal stipulation. Either way, Asghari seems to be relatively at ease about the contents of his former partner’s literary work. </p><p>When news of the couple’s divorce broke, it was said that the legal filing was initiated by alleged cheating on Britney Spears’ part. Those assumptions were later shot down and, since then, the pair – who <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway"><u>have a prenuptial agreement</u></a> – have been working to settle the matter. Spears has also opened up about the split and got candid with her fans about <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-breaks-silence-on-divorce-from-sam-asghari"><u>having to act “strong.”</u></a> Weeks later, she dropped more information about the divorce while sharing some <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posts-pics-with-manager-while-getting-real-about-divorce-sam-asghari"><u>photos of her and her manager looking comfy</u></a>. </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Britney Spears</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="AjTGWZqCR4Eep5Vpo4ZLu8" name="BRITNEY XFACTOR.png" caption="" alt="britney spears on x-factor" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AjTGWZqCR4Eep5Vpo4ZLu8.png" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Fox)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegations-against-her-family-a-timeline">Britney Spears&apos; Allegations Against Her Family: A Timeline</a></p></div></div><p>As for her memoir, its official release date was announced this past July, and it’s set to hit shelves on October 24. In addition to Sam Asghari, the “Oops!... I Did It Again” singer has received support from others as she prepares to share her story with the world. One such person is the recently divorced <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-reese-witherspoon-show-support-ahead-of-singers-tell-all-book"><u>Reese Witherspoon, who shouted out the singer</u></a> ahead of her book’s release. As for the Spears family’s feelings, it’s been reported that patriarch <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/how-britney-spears-father-allegedly-feels-about-her-upcoming-book"><u>Jamie isn’t all that concerned</u></a>. In fact, sources say the man – who’s been accused of mistreatment by his famous daughter – reportedly doesn’t plan to read the book. </p><p>There’s not too much time left before <em>The Woman in Me</em> is finally available and gives the public an intimate look into Britney Spears’ life. Whether her family or those she’s crossed paths with in Hollywood have reason to be nervous is up in the air at this point. But at the very least, Sam Asghari’s reaction to the book seemingly indicates that he can breath a sigh of relief.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears Posts Comfy Pics With Her Manager While Getting Real About Divorce From Sam Asghari And More ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears dropped some pics of her and her manager while opening up about ongoing divorce from Sam Asghari and more. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> has been going through a number of changes in her life as of late. She and estranged husband <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari"><u>Sam Asghari</u></a> are in the middle of a divorce, and her two sons recently <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/rumors-kevin-federline-moving-to-hawaii-extend-child-support-britney-spears-he-responded"><u>moved to Hawaii with former spouse Kevin Federline</u></a>. Amid these developments, Spears has been vocal about her circumstances through her social media channels. She most recently used it to open up about her split from Asghari, bouts with depression and more. In that same post, Spears also shared photos in which she and her manager appeared to be getting comfy. </p><p>Cade Hudson has been working with the 41-year-old pop star since 2022, and they seem to be relatively close. In fact, he and his client made headlines earlier this March when they <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager"><u>vacationed amid rumors about Britney Spears and Sam Ashgari</u></a> breaking up. When the singer posted to Instagram this weekend, she shared two pictures of herself and Hudson. You can take a look at the snapshots in the post down below: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CxzXJK1uPOt/" target="_blank">A post shared by Maria River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Now, before we get too carried away, these images don’t confirm (nor shoot down) the notion of any kind of romantic relationship between the two. They do, at the very least, suggest that the two are happy in the undisclosed “beautiful location” the songstress mentions. She also asserts that she’s feeling good and is “lucky to have amazing friends.” Nevertheless, the “Stronger” singer also didn’t hold back when talking about the more difficult aspects of life she’s had to face as of late. On that note, she explained how she’s handling all of it: </p><div><blockquote><p>I say this because I’m going through a divorce and having to reflect [on] my past in a book was … let's just say not easy !!! I'm just saying !!! But I take one day at a time learning to breathe !!! Self love is so unbelievably important !!! I woke up and just cried because I felt grateful to be in such a beautiful place !!!</p></blockquote></div><p>Britney Spears went on to explain that she’s been examining her relationship with social media lately, too. She admitted that it can be “addicting” but also opined that what causes people to quit is when they start taking it too seriously. Spears further stated that new apps can serve as a ray of positivity for her when she experiences “days of depression.” Also, when it comes to those who claim not to engage with the Internet but still judge others for how they do it, the entertainer said the following: </p><div><blockquote><p>I’m just trying to understand people that say they don't participate in it !!! Yet they’re on complete defense for some reason making accusations and downplaying it by saying all pictures are fake and are all retouched !!! Nothing is real … honestly who fucking cares !!! If you’re so entitled and perfect why should you even care if someone is experimenting with apps on their phone ??? Why even mention it ??? If you’re so much better than that ??? But are you ??? Come on !!!</p></blockquote></div><p>This is far from the first time the Grammy winner has ever been so candid on Instagram about her personal life or a widely discussed topic. Shortly after the news of her divorce broke, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-breaks-silence-on-divorce-from-sam-asghari"><u>Britney Spears got vulnerable while discussing the split</u></a>. Spears also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-unloads-on-botox-why-pay-dollar4000-to-look-like-someone-beat-the-sht-out-of-you"><u>unloaded on Botox</u></a>, questioning why a person would pay thousands of dollars to “look like someone beat the shit out of you.”</p><p>But immediately, the pop culture icon, as mentioned, is still seeking to settle her divorce from Sam Asghari. It’s been said that she’s looking to move forward following her latest marriage and just <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-moving-forward-with-new-team-after-sam-asghari-split"><u>made some changes to her team</u></a>, with Cade Hudson being one of several to stay on with her. One can only hope that as time goes on, the beloved entertainer will find herself in a truly positive space and state of mind.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears’ Ex Sam Asghari Got Called Out For Being Jobless, And His A+ Comeback Referenced Leonardo DiCaprio ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Following stories of his separation from Britney Spears, Sam Asghari was asked about being 'jobless,' and his response was terrific. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mack Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ACx9p4we6wkcsgrtwQiKkB.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack Rawden is the Editor-In-Chief of CinemaBlend. He first started working at the publication as a writer back in 2007 and has held various jobs at the site in the time since including Managing Editor, Pop Culture Editor and Staff Writer. He now splits his time between working on CinemaBlend’s user experience, helping to plan the site’s editorial direction and writing passionate articles about niche entertainment topics he’s into. He graduated from Indiana University with a degree in English (go Hoosiers!) and has been interviewed and quoted in a variety of publications including Digiday.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack is a professional wrestling fanatic, who enjoys Bobby Heenan’s commentary, Bret Hart’s in-ring work and an angry promo from The Miz. He loves a good case of the week mystery, particularly when it’s solved by Patrick Jane. He’s seen every episode of The Amazing Race, Top Chef and The Great British Bake-Off, among many reality competition shows. He watches more than 50 new release movies a year, yells at his TV during every single Chicago Bulls game and is still mad about what happened to Varys. His all-time favorite TV show is Freaks and Geeks. His all-time favorite movie is Clue. His all-time favorite book is Peter Pan, and most importantly, his all-time favorite snack is a hot english muffin with peanut butter and some chocolate chips sprinkled on top.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Much of the conversation in the wake of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a> and Sam Asghari’s separation has been about money and more specifically, his alleged lack of it. There’s been a lot of speculation about <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway">whether he’ll challenge the prenup</a>. There’s been a lot of gossiping about <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/details-britney-spears-divorce-how-much-paying-sams-apartment-keeping-dogs">whether she’s paying for the place he moved into</a> while the divorce plays out. A cameraman even asked him how being “jobless” is affecting him. Fortunately, he had an A+ comeback ready that both supported SAG’s current strike efforts and referenced Leonardo DiCaprio.</p><p>The conversation happened in the midst of a picket line for SAG. In the video, which is currently running over at <a href="https://pagesix.com/2023/08/31/sam-asghari-claims-he-has-the-same-amount-of-jobs-as-leonardo-dicaprio/">Page Six</a>, the cameraman asks Sam Asghari how he’s holding up in the wake of his separation. He says he’s not there to talk about his personal life. The cameraman then says there have been reports going around that he’s currently jobless, and the personal trainer turned actor fired back with this excellent retort…</p><div><blockquote><p>That’s the point of the strike. I have the same amount of jobs as Leonardo DiCaprio. I hope everything gets resolved very fast so we can go back to what we love doing the most, which is making art and inspiring people.</p></blockquote></div><p>Accusations of being jobless hit a lot differently when everyone in your entire industry is striking and out of work. As he so aptly referenced, even Leonardo DiCaprio is unemployed right now. All actors (<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/game-of-thrones-news/why-house-of-the-dragon-can-keep-shooting-during-the-strike-while-other-shows-cant">or at least those working in movies and TV in The United States</a>) are currently out of work in protest of what they see as unfair working conditions. </p><p>Those working conditions mean a lot of things to a lot of different actors, but the most common issues are around streaming content and AI. For decades, actors were paid when their work was shown in reruns on television, but with the advent of streaming, there’s not really a system in place to compensate actors, nor is there any real transparency around how their work is doing. In addition, studios now have the ability to use technology to manipulate performances and reuse background actors, and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/hollywood-actors-fear-studios-digitally-replicating-ai-mcu-project-may-have-already-wandavision">there aren’t really rules in place regulating that</a>.</p><p>So, Asghari is striking like Leonardo DiCaprio and everyone else. Of course, that doesn’t change the fact that he does not have Leonardo DiCaprio money or Britney Spears money. As such, there will continue to be a lot of interest around how much he ends up getting in the separation and whether that allows him to continue the same quality of life he had with his soon-to-be ex-wife. Then again, it’s also possible, regardless of how the divorce plays out, that he could find his footing in Hollywood. He’s been working regularly over the last several years, but most of his roles have been of the supporting variety or multi-art guest stints on TV shows like <em>Special Ops: Lioness</em> and <em>Black Monday</em>. </p><p>As for the divorce itself, there’s still plenty of questions about what exactly happened there too. The rumors have been near non-stop and pointed the finger in a variety of directions. So far, we’ve gotten everything from <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">she cheated on him</a> to he would <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/rumors-swirled-britney-spears-divorce-was-about-cheating-and-violence-an-insider-says-not-so-fast">abandon her for weeks or months at a time</a>. Maybe we’ll get some answers in a highly publicized divorce trial, or maybe the two sides will quietly settle and move on to avoid the media circus that would inevitably come with something drawn out. We shall see. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ As Britney Spears Allegedly Hires New Staff Amid Divorce, Insider Drops Claims About Sam Asghari’s Career Moves Following Split ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ As Britney Spears is handling post-split life by hiring new staffers, Sam Asghari reportedly has big career plans for the future. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nick Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TzeQjfZT5cKqHRsEqudtqT.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick is one of those people who won’t necessarily insert a Monty Python reference into every conversation, but is still mentally equipped to do so. Beyond such appreciation for surreal UK comedy, Nick also indulges in as much horror splendor as possible, from Stephen King novels to James Tynion IV comics to Freddy Krueger one-liners to all things Mike Flanagan. Throw in a dash of NFL, some 311 and Weird Al, fried crawfish poboys, bourbon, ‘90s-era pro wrestling, crossword puzzles and mystery-driven video games, and baby, you got a stew going. (Nick will insert an Arrested Development reference into every conversation, if possible.)&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>In the aftermath of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> and Sam Asghari’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>highly publicized break-up</u></a>, the pop star was rumored to be struggling with suddenly only her lawyer and her manager around to help her with day-to-day living. That semi-impairment seems to have been addressed by <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-moving-forward-with-new-team-after-sam-asghari-split"><u>Spears hiring on new staffers</u></a> who will presumably aid in helping her transition back into bachelorette life. On the flip side of things, it looks like Sam Asghari has been coping with the impending divorce by focusing on his family, while also honing his future goals, which include getting in front of TV and movie cameras on a more regular basis.</p><p>When Britney Spears and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari"><u>Sam Asghari</u></a> first met for one of her music videos, he was a model and former college football player making his mark as a fitness trainer in Los Angeles. Over time, he started tapping more into his skills as an actor, landing small roles in critically acclaimed premium cable comedies such as <em>Black Monday</em> and <em>Hacks</em>. And it appears as if he wants to stick to developing those talents, as <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/08/28/sam-asghari-focused-acting-gig-work-britney-spears-divorce/"><u>TMZ</u></a> reports he’s planning on seeking out more acting opportunities when the right time arises.</p><p>Now obviously isn’t an ideal time for such goals, and not just because of any personal issues regarding the divorce. The SAG-AFTRA strike and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-2023-wga-writers-strike-an-updated-timeline-of-how-its-affecting-hollywood-tv-shows-and-streaming"><u>WGA writers strike</u></a> have essentially brought the entertainment industry to a standstill, with possibly hundreds of TV and film projects facing delays and shake-ups. But whenever those issues are resolved, which will hopefully be sooner rather than later, it sounds like Asghari’s followers could see him popping up more and more. That said, he doesn’t currently have any upcoming projects lined up.</p><p>However, even after the strikes were both in motion, Sam Asghari did have an on-screen role in Taylor Sheridan’s latest non-<em>Yellowstone</em> drama, <em>Special Ops: Lioness</em>, which is available to stream with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2562226/paramount-plus-release-date-price-and-other-things-we-know-about-the-streaming-service"><u>Paramount+ subscription</u></a>. And he’s got an action-comedy project that has reportedly already been filmed, <em>Grand Death Lottery</em>, which features such excellent co-stars as John Cena, Simu Liu, Seann William Scott, and Awkwafina, to name a few. But it’s not clear when that movie will be making its way to our eyeballs.</p><p>In the meantime, Asghari is reportedly spending his time helping to take care of his mother Fatima Asghari in Los Angeles. She was involved in some kind of a major accident as July came to a close, and had to be taken to the emergency room at the time. She apparently made it through that incident with non-life-threatening injuries, and has been recovering from the hospitalization at home in recent weeks, but is said to still need the extra help around the house, which is where her son comes into it. </p><p>All things considered, Sam Asghari seems to be handling things fairly well, and apparently has the Doberman Porsha to keep him company, as it was agreed he&apos;d get to keep that dog, while Spears took custody of the other four that they shared. Meanwhile, the <em>Crossroads</em> star has reportedly been a bit worse off, not that one could tell from her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-separation-britney-spears-dropped-4-videos-dancing-bodysuit-naughty-revelations">continued habit of posting dance videos</a>. Here&apos;s hoping her new staffers help keep things centered on her end as the divorce proceedings get finalized. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Amidst Separation, Britney Spears Dropped 4 Videos Of Herself Dancing In The Same Bodysuit: 'Naughty Revelations' ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ With everyone talking about her personal life, Britney Spears dropped four dance videos. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mack Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ACx9p4we6wkcsgrtwQiKkB.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack Rawden is the Editor-In-Chief of CinemaBlend. He first started working at the publication as a writer back in 2007 and has held various jobs at the site in the time since including Managing Editor, Pop Culture Editor and Staff Writer. He now splits his time between working on CinemaBlend’s user experience, helping to plan the site’s editorial direction and writing passionate articles about niche entertainment topics he’s into. He graduated from Indiana University with a degree in English (go Hoosiers!) and has been interviewed and quoted in a variety of publications including Digiday.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack is a professional wrestling fanatic, who enjoys Bobby Heenan’s commentary, Bret Hart’s in-ring work and an angry promo from The Miz. He loves a good case of the week mystery, particularly when it’s solved by Patrick Jane. He’s seen every episode of The Amazing Race, Top Chef and The Great British Bake-Off, among many reality competition shows. He watches more than 50 new release movies a year, yells at his TV during every single Chicago Bulls game and is still mad about what happened to Varys. His all-time favorite TV show is Freaks and Geeks. His all-time favorite movie is Clue. His all-time favorite book is Peter Pan, and most importantly, his all-time favorite snack is a hot english muffin with peanut butter and some chocolate chips sprinkled on top.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: I finished The Bear Season 2. I&#039;m currently watching all the Masterchef seasons for the first time, and I&#039;m pumped about the recent push Alpha Academy has been getting on Raw.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a> is going to comment on things when she feels like commenting, and she’s going to keep her mouth shut when she’s not interested in addressing something. That’s been her modus operandi since her conservatorship ended, at least from a social media perspective, and that’s why it shouldn’t surprise anyone that, despite a flood of rumors about her ongoing divorce, the Princess Of Pop used her Instagram this weekend to drop four dance videos that didn’t include a single mention of her break-up.</p><p>The four videos in question all feature the pop star dancing up a storm in a leopard print bodysuit. In each, she shows off a variety of fun moves and seems to be enjoying herself. The first two only contain emojis of the Mexican flag as a caption, while the third calls out N.E.R.D., which is the backing track for her dancing. The fourth is by far the wordiest of the bunch and uses the phrase “naughty revelations” and says it’s in remembrance of her name. You can check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CweWkJoLpzS/">that post</a> below…</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CweWkJoLpzS/" target="_blank">A post shared by Maria River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>A lot of celebrities have extremely polished social media pages. Everything they post seems to be carefully chosen in consultation with a professional, and it’s all to invoke a certain image. That’s not Britney Spears. She’s going to post whatever she wants, whenever she wants. Sometimes that means she&apos;ll go weeks without posting. Other times it means she&apos;ll post <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-dropped-7-instagram-posts-yesterday-that-included-an-f-bomb-crop-tops-and-a-flexible-baby">seven times in one day</a>. Sometimes she&apos;ll post three or four versions of very similar content in quick succession. One time she even <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posted-the-same-nude-photo-six-times-says-she-always-looks-way-younger-on-vacation">posted the same nude six times</a>. </p><p>The most popular of her four recent posts was the first one, which did almost 200,000 likes. The still shows Spears with a big smile on her face, and it gave fans the first look at her bodysuit, which turned more than its share of heads. You can check out that post below…</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwbovvktqXf/" target="_blank">A post shared by Maria River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>As for Spears’ divorce, there haven’t been many recent updates. News first broke that the two were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">separated and headed to court</a> in mid-August. Both parties <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-breaks-silence-on-divorce-from-sam-asghari">confirmed publicly</a> that the relationship didn’t work out, but neither addressed the why behind the separation. Rumors initially swirled that he accused her of cheating and/ or accused her of letting an employee film her naked, but after that, we got some stories about him allegedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/rumors-swirled-britney-spears-divorce-was-about-cheating-and-violence-an-insider-says-not-so-fast">being gone for long periods of time and abandoning her</a>. There’s also been a lot of chatter about <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway">whether he’ll challenge the prenup</a>, but at this point, it’s unclear how that’ll shake out.</p><p>Regardless, it’s clear from these videos Spears is back to simply living her life. I suspect we’ll see a lot more of this as the divorce proceedings go on in the background. She’ll likely not comment on what’s going on publicly, but if this case ends up going to trial, expect it to be a media circus akin to what we saw with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2490888/johnny-depp-and-amber-heard-a-timeline-of-their-professional-and-personal-relationship">Johnny Depp and Amber Heard</a>.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears Continues Moving Forward With A Brand New Team After Sam Asghari Split ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears is allegedly making some staff changes following her split from Sam Asghari. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Much of the public remains focused on <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari"><u>Sam Asghari</u></a>, as the two are reportedly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>heading for divorce after an alleged argument about cheating</u></a>. The stars – who married in June 2022 – have since spoken out on their split. Meanwhile, sources have shared alleged details about Asghari and Spears’ respective new steps. When it comes to the pop singer, she immediately let her fans know that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-all-the-divorce-drama-britney-spears-updated-fans-on-her-plan-to-buy-a-horse"><u>she’s planning on buying a horse</u></a> sometime soon. More immediately, however, it would seem that she’s invested in some new members for her staff. </p><p>These new employees have been brought on board in order to help ensure that the “Oops!... I Did It Again” singer’s health is well tended to for the foreseeable future. <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/08/26/britney-spears-hires-house-staff-medical-background-divorce/"><u>TMZ</u></a>’s sources claim she’s hired two staffers, one of which allegedly has experience when it comes to handling medicine. That person will reportedly have a number of professional obligations while under the songstress’ employment. However, above all else, their top priority will apparently be to make sure she’s taking her necessary medications and remaining healthy. </p><p>Representatives for Britney Spears herself have yet to confirm these purported hirings. Though it would theoretically make sense that she’d want to hire new help at this point in her life. With her latest marriage ending soon, Spears could hypothetically want to use the occasion to wipe the slate clean in several aspects of her life. A strong support system could be invaluable for her, especially if the conflict between the starlet and her estranged husband was as contentious as people have been led to believe. </p><p>Per sources, the split was essentially set in motion after Sam Asghari allegedly approached the singer about cheating rumors that were swirling around her. Said claims couldn’t be verified at that time, though Asghari apparently believed them to be true. In the aftermath, some have also claimed that the Grammy winner attacked her spouse, doing him bodily harm. An insider has since shut down reports of violence and cheating. Nevertheless, Asghari did eventually move out of their home and for some time now, has been staying in an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/details-britney-spears-divorce-how-much-paying-sams-apartment-keeping-dogs"><u>apartment – that his wife’s reportedly been paying for</u></a>.</p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Britney Spears</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="gCxboGQ8rj93mD3Lnaiahn" name="Sam Asghari and Britney Spears2.jpg" caption="" alt="Sam Asghari in ABC News interview and Britney Spears in Work Bitch music video." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gCxboGQ8rj93mD3Lnaiahn.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: ABC/Vevo)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/will-britney-spears-book-changed-sam-asghari-split">Will Britney Spears’ Book Be Changed After Sam Asghari Split? Here’s The Latest</a></p></div></div><p>When <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-breaks-silence-on-divorce-from-sam-asghari"><u>Britney Spears spoke out on the divorce</u></a>, she was candid, thanking fans for their support while also talking about processing her emotions. She opened up about how during many situations in her life, she’s had to put on a brave face. In her own words, “I’ve been playing it strong for way too long…” In spite of all that, Spears also says she’s “actually doing pretty damn good” right now. Her hubby also addressed the split on social media, saying that they’d both “hold onto the love and respect we have for each other” even though they’d decided to end their “journey together.” </p><p>Plenty of questions continue to circle around their legal proceedings, though. The two have a prenuptial agreement in place, though there’s a chance the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway"><u><em>Dollface</em></u><u> alum could still receive a pay out</u></a>. His lawyers have filed divorce papers that include a request for spousal support, which weren’t part of the terms for agreement. That represents a challenge to the prenup, which includes a confidentiality clause that prevents the actor and model from publicly sharing the details of his life with the “Circus” performer. If that challenge is successful, the provision would be voided, in which case the entertainer could pay her soon-to-be-ex-husband not to speak. </p><p>Much of that is conjecture at this point, as there are a few possible ways in which this can all play out. It’s possible that official updates from either Britney Spears or Sam Asghari’s legal teams could arrive sooner rather than later. In the meantime, Spears’ current team, including manager Cade Hudson and lawyer Matt Rosengart, are allegedly seeking to keep her busy. Sources say one of the ways in which she’s doing so is by working on music. While we can’t say with complete certainty just how she’s spending her time, one can only hope Spears is healthy and has folks around to provide support however needed.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ More Details About Britney Spears' Divorce Emerge, Including How Much She's Paying For Sam's Apartment And Who's Keeping The Dogs ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ As Britney Spears and Sam Asghari's divorce proceedings continue, new details emerged about their dogs and his pricy new apartment. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nick Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TzeQjfZT5cKqHRsEqudtqT.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick is one of those people who won’t necessarily insert a Monty Python reference into every conversation, but is still mentally equipped to do so. Beyond such appreciation for surreal UK comedy, Nick also indulges in as much horror splendor as possible, from Stephen King novels to James Tynion IV comics to Freddy Krueger one-liners to all things Mike Flanagan. Throw in a dash of NFL, some 311 and Weird Al, fried crawfish poboys, bourbon, ‘90s-era pro wrestling, crossword puzzles and mystery-driven video games, and baby, you got a stew going. (Nick will insert an Arrested Development reference into every conversation, if possible.)&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Despite any and all goodwill previously shared and spoken about regarding their relationship, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari"><u>Sam Asghari</u></a>’s marriage <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>came to a sudden halt this month over cheating allegations</u></a>, and it seems like any hopes for things to stay 100% amicable eroded away quickly. The <em>Special Ops: Lioness</em> actor is rumored to be gearing up to challenge the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway"><u>prenuptial agreement that was drafted ahead of their knot-tying</u></a>, and she’s reportedly trying to heed his intermittent requests so as not to cause further difficulties. The latest updates surrounding their split involve their four-legged friends and Asghari’s expensive new apartment. </p><h2 id="britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-x2019-s-dogs-who-gets-them">Britney Spears And Sam Asghari’s Dogs: Who Gets Them?</h2><p>As followers of the two celebs are well aware, Spears and Asghari were the owners of a handful of dogs, which were at the center of a quickly handled custody agreement, as the two did not have any children together before or during their 14 months of marriage. Of the five total dogs, Asghari came away with just one, Porsha, according to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2021/10/09/sam-asghari-britney-spears-new-puppy-porsha-protection/"><u>TMZ</u></a>. That’s the Doberman that he’d initially bought for Spears in 2021 as a form of protection after a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2572293/britney-spears-missing-dogs-altercation-longtime-housekeeper-police-investigation"><u>fracas over her housekeeper taking two of the pop star’s dogs</u></a> to a vet, and then keeping them out of the home. </p><p>Britney Spears, meanwhile, came away with Sawyer and Hannah — her Australian Shepherd and Yorkie, respectively — and a pair of other smaller canines. While dog-lovers out there might feel like she came away with a better deal, it’s reported that both of them were pleased with the agreement made. Considering what’s been reported about Spears not having much of a support system around her beyond her manager and lawyer, those pups could likely be a key source of comfort for her during emotional times. </p><h2 id="why-britney-spears-is-paying-for-sam-asghari-apos-s-apartment">Why Britney Spears Is Paying For Sam Asghari&apos;s Apartment</h2><p>Beyond the amicable dog custody agreements, it looks like things aren’t quite so hunky dory, in part due to the suspicion that Sam Asghari will aim to challenge their prenup, which in its current state leaves him without a divorce payout. Not only would the challenge possibly put her on the hook for a large chunk of change, but it would also reverse the agreement’s confidentiality clause that prohibits Asghari from sharing previously undisclosed details about Spears.</p><p>Thus, TMZ reports that Spears is aiming to sate Asghari’s wishes in the short-run, to dissuade things from going too far, with the idea that the pop star and her legal team will attempt to settle the issue by offering a one-time payday to the tune of hundreds of thousands of dollars. In the meantime, Spears is currently footing the monthly bill for the new apartment that Asghari shifted his things into after moving out.</p><p>The model is said to be staying at one of L.A.’s most high-end apartment buildings, which is setting Spears back upwards of $10,000 a month, the price of a standard unit. And as expensive as that is, it’s apparently a steal, with Asghari working out a deal that has him living in an upgraded unit while still paying the base price. </p><p>Spears has been largely silent on the issue, and though she has <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-breaks-silence-on-divorce-from-sam-asghari"><u>shared her thoughts with followers</u></a> on social media in the interim, it’s possible she’s equally unable to discuss certain details per the NDA agreements. And even if those details won’t be in the mix, she will indeed be spilling the tea on a host of other topics in her upcoming memoir <em>The Woman in Me</em>, which is set to release in stores on October 24, 2023. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Octavia Spencer Is Going Viral For A Comment She Made When Britney Spears Got Engaged And Another When She And Sam Asghari Split ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Octavia Spencer went viral for smart comments she made on Britney Spears Instagram post when she got engaged and when she split from Sam Asghari. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Caroline Young ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pDD2yQeoswqS5Dhrxf253d.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Caroline Young started writing for CinemaBlend in 2022 upon graduating from Ithaca College with a BS in Television and Digital Media Production. In college, she was producer and head writer of a comedy show for the award-winning college television station, ICTV. She produces and hosts a weekly podcast called &lt;em&gt;Snubs,&lt;/em&gt; and is constantly watching movies and new shows. She hopes to someday make them, but right now just loves to talk about them.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Caroline is a crazy cinephile and always is looking to revisit and talk about the classics.&lt;em&gt; Good Will Hunting, The Godfather, &lt;/em&gt;and&lt;em&gt; Jurassic Park&lt;/em&gt; are some of her favorites. She wants David Fincher to make movies until the end of time and loves true crime shows a little too much. She thinks the thriller genre is top tier and could answer any question about HBO’s &lt;em&gt;Barry&lt;/em&gt; and &lt;em&gt;Succession&lt;/em&gt;. She’s a loyal &lt;em&gt;Saturday Night Live &lt;/em&gt;fan, and adores a good stand-up special. She is also an awards show junkie and loves to talk about predictions. &amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Martin Scorsese’s &lt;em&gt;Killers of the Flower Moon&lt;/em&gt; and Steven Spielberg’s &lt;em&gt;The Fabelmans&lt;/em&gt; both come out later this year! Also Taylor Swift’s rerecords will always get her excited.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Last week it was announced that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">Britney Spears and husband Sam Asghari were getting a divorce</a> after a little over a year of marriage. Several reports around the reason for their split have been swirling, and many rumors about Asghari’s intentions have come out since the break up. Many fans are protective over <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a>, as the singer only just <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-is-over-so-why-is-a-free-britney-lawyer-calling-for-new-people-to-be-deposed">recently was rid of her decades long conservatorship</a>. One of these fans that has advocated for the “Toxic” singer’s autonomy is <em>Hidden Figures</em> actress <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/octavia-spencer">Octavia Spencer</a>, who’s comments on the situation have gone viral. </p><p>When Spears and Asghari announced their engagement in 2021, many fans were suspicious of the model, due to many people in the pop star’s life trying to control her and her assets over the years. Documentaries like <em>Britney v. Spears, </em>which is available with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2570844/subscribing-to-hulu-the-price-whats-included-and-everything-else-to-know">Hulu subscription</a>, made fans even more protective over the star, especially as it showed how close Asghari was to the controversial situation. Spencer seemed to have her own suspicions, as she commented some pretty sound advice on Spears’ Instagram post announcing the engagement. She said:</p><div><blockquote><p>Make him sign a prenup</p></blockquote></div><p>Many found this hilarious, because she was seemingly saying what everyone was thinking, and the Oscar winner’s investment in the <em>Circus </em>artist’s relationship was surprising. Spears seemingly followed the advice, as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway">Asghari did sign an iron-clad prenuptial agreement</a> before marrying the singer last year. In theory, this should protect the singer from having to pay out big money to Asghari. However, recent reports suggest that he is trying to get the prenup renegotiated in the wake of their split. These reports also have alleged that the model has threatened to reveal some “embarrassing” information about Spears if the contract isn’t adjusted. Once again, Spencer was having none of it, commenting yet again:</p><div><blockquote><p>Extortion is illegal</p></blockquote></div><p><em>Ma</em> for the win. If the rumors are true, and Asghari is threatening to share information, this is considered to be a crime, and blackmail (or extortion) is not permissible under the law. These early reports are currently just speculation, but all signs point to a messy uncoupling between these two, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/rumors-swirled-britney-spears-divorce-was-about-cheating-and-violence-an-insider-says-not-so-fast">considering violence and cheating are rumored to be involved</a>. Britney Spears has already been through a ton, so the last thing she needs is someone else in her life using her for her estate. Luckily, Spears has Spencer giving fantastic advice as she navigates her divorce. You can see an <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwDdrhtuqSV/?img_index=2">Instagram</a> post showing <em>The Help</em> star’s comments below:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwDdrhtuqSV/" target="_blank">A post shared by Comments By Celebs (@commentsbycelebs)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>All of this is coming out as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-memoir-scores-release-date-publisher-shares-details">the release of Spears’ tell-all memoir titled <em>The Woman in Me</em></a> approaches. Asghari has been publicly supportive of the book prior to their break up, however it is unclear if <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/will-britney-spears-book-changed-sam-asghari-split">details will be changed in the wake of the singer’s evolved relationship status</a>. It seems like Spears can’t escape the never-ending drama in her life. Thankfully, she still has a passionate group of fans supporting her through it all, including other celebs like Octavia Spencer. Hopefully one day the “Piece of Me” singer finds the peace she deserves.</p><p>This is an ongoing story that we will continue to follow, and how much of the court proceedings will be made public. In the meantime, fans can preorder <em>The Woman in Me </em>now on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Me-Britney-Spears-ebook/dp/B0BL1LWW6H">Amazon</a>. The memoir is set to give insight into Britney Spears’ side of her infamous conservatorship and rise to fame, so it will be a must have for anyone who is a fan of the pop princess. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears Has One Major Thing In Common With Angelina Jolie And Kevin Costner When It Comes To Her Divorce ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears and Sam Asghari are divorcing, and the pop star has something in common with Angelina Jolie, Kevin Costner and other A-listers. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Heidi Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w7HQ9MvRSDd7diNpTmruW9.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi Venable is a Content Producer for CinemaBlend. She started freelancing for the site in 2020 and officially came on board in 2021. Her job entails writing news stories and TV reactions from some of her favorite prime-time shows like Grey&#039;s Anatomy and The Bachelor. She graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a degree in Journalism and worked in the newspaper industry for almost two decades in multiple roles including Sports Editor, Page Designer and Online Editor.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi grew up in the 1990s, and her tastes strongly reflect that. She can (and does) quote Friends constantly, enjoys a good West Wing binge, thinks Can&#039;t Hardly Wait was the most influential movie of her life and finds solace in 311 concerts. On Sundays during football season, she can be found cheering on the New Orleans Saints with her husband and two daughters. Who Dat! She loves to read but usually settles for a pop culture podcast, and thinks the best weekends are spent cooking and playing cards with friends and family, preferably with some UFC fights or other sporting event on TV.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Football season, Pumpkin Spice Lattes and everything related to fall and cooler weather. The Game of Roses podcast and all things The Bachelor, and new episodes of Grey&#039;s Anatomy, Love Is Blind, The Voice, OMITB and more.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>There was sad news out of the Britney Spears camp last week, as it was learned that she and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>Sam Asghari were headed for divorce</u></a> after six years together and just over a year of marriage. Rumors of trouble between the two had circulated for months beforehand, particularly after they were <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager"><u>both pictured without their wedding rings</u></a>. As the couple begins to officially part ways, fans can be assured that the embattled pop star is in good hands, as she has one thing in common with Angelina Jolie, Kevin Costner and several other celebrities who have been through the process of ending their marriages. </p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> has retained the services of famed divorce lawyer Laura Wasser, <a href="https://variety.com/2023/music/news/britney-spears-sam-asghari-split-divorce-lawyers-1235698220/amp/"><u>Variety</u></a> reports, who, along with currently <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/kevin-costners-og-divorce-led-to-an-dollar80-million-payout-for-his-ex-why-that-wont-happen-this-time-around"><u>assisting Kevin Costner with his split</u></a> from Christine Baumgartner, was the <em>Mr. and Mrs. Smith</em> star’s lawyer in the early years of her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/angelina-jolie-and-brad-pitts-divorce-has-lingered-forever-allegedly-at-least-one-of-their-kids-wants-them-to-move-on"><u>proceedings with Brad Pitt</u></a>. Wasser has also litigated the end of marriages for many other celebrities, including Kim Kardashian, Johnny Depp, Maria Shriver and Stevie Wonder. In addition to Wasser, Spears will continue to work with Mathew Rosengart, who was responsible for getting her out of her 13-year conservatorship.</p><p>Laura Wasser previously worked with Britney Spears when she was fighting Kevin Federline for custody of her two sons.</p><p>Sam Asghari filed for divorce from Britney Spears on August 16 — just 14 months after their fairytale wedding — citing “irreconcilable differences.” He is reportedly asking for spousal support and attorney’s fees, despite the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway"><u>“ironclad” prenup he signed</u></a> not entitling him to any such pay-out. </p><p>There’s an interesting wrinkle, however, in the couple’s pre-marriage agreement. Sam Asghari also signed off on a confidentiality clause that would prohibit him from ever talking about anything that happened between him and his wife, or past events of her life that he’s become privy to over the course of the last six years. His lawyer is apparently challenging the prenup, and there’s allegedly the possibility that Britney Spears will pony up the cash to make the challenge go away.</p><p>The situation certainly feels like it has the potential to get ugly, but if anybody is capable of navigating those waters with the “Baby One More Time” singer, it’s probably Laura Wasser. The divorce lawyer to the stars may also have to fight through cheating allegations, as Britney Spears and Sam Asghari apparently had a big blowup about a week prior to the divorce filing, after which Spears’ husband reportedly moved out.</p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/rumors-swirled-britney-spears-divorce-was-about-cheating-and-violence-an-insider-says-not-so-fast"><u>Other (unsubstantiated) claims</u></a> that have come out over the past few days include accusations that Britney Spears asked one of her employees to film her naked and that she allegedly attacked Sam Asghari in his sleep.</p><p>However, in a statement about the breakup, Britney Spears referenced her own struggles, saying <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-breaks-silence-on-divorce-from-sam-asghari"><u>she “couldn’t take the pain anymore”</u></a> and that ultimately the reasons for their split were “nobody’s business.” While she’s not wrong, that fact isn’t likely to deter her fans from taking much interest in whatever happens next for the former couple, now that they’ve lawyered up. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Will Britney Spears’ Book Be Changed After Sam Asghari Split? Here’s The Latest ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Following the high-profile divorce divorce news for Britney Spears and Sam Asghari, fans are wondering if the drama will be covered in her memoir. ]]>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick is one of those people who won’t necessarily insert a Monty Python reference into every conversation, but is still mentally equipped to do so. Beyond such appreciation for surreal UK comedy, Nick also indulges in as much horror splendor as possible, from Stephen King novels to James Tynion IV comics to Freddy Krueger one-liners to all things Mike Flanagan. Throw in a dash of NFL, some 311 and Weird Al, fried crawfish poboys, bourbon, ‘90s-era pro wrestling, crossword puzzles and mystery-driven video games, and baby, you got a stew going. (Nick will insert an Arrested Development reference into every conversation, if possible.)&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>One of the most highly anticipated pop culture literary releases coming to the back half of 2023 is no doubt <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a>’ memoir, titled <em>The Woman in Me</em>, which is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-memoir-scores-release-date-publisher-shares-details"><u>finally set to hit shelves in October</u></a>. While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-memoir-scores-release-date-publisher-shares-details"><u>Sam Asghari has been publicly supportive</u></a> of the book’s release, as well as Spears getting a chance to share her life story from her own perspective, the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>pair are now heading for divorce</u></a> amidst an allegation-filled break-up that‘s been <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/rumors-swirled-britney-spears-divorce-was-about-cheating-and-violence-an-insider-says-not-so-fast"><u>connected to rumors of cheating and violence</u></a>. And fans eagerly awaiting the autobiographical release are no doubt wondering if and how the split will affect the book’s arrival. </p><p>At this time, Britney Spears’ <em>The Woman in Me</em> will reportedly make its way to bookstores and online retailers in its current iteration, and no plans are in place for the pop star to go back to the metaphorical typewriter to revise what she’d previously chronicled. As such, anyone who’s been anticipating the book to see what she has to say about her and Asghari’s break-up won’t find what they’re looking for here, as the text will remain the same as it was before their personal issues became too hard to handle. </p><p>According to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/08/21/britney-spears-book-will-not-undergo-changes-reflect-divorce-release/"><u>TMZ</u></a>, Spears signed off on everything in the book a week or so prior to the news going wide about her and Asghari. So at this point, she no longer has the right to request or demand changes be made to the text. That said, it’s not clear if she’s actually shown any interest in doing so in the days after the actor officially filed for divorce.</p><p>Regardless of what plans may currently be, there’s always the possibility for Spears to document the trials and tribulations of her divorce from Sam Asghari for a follow-up memoir. Time would obviously be a factor there, not to mention the potential success of the first effort. But it does seem like sales won’t be much of a worrisome issue.</p><p>It’s reported that presales for <em>The Woman in Me</em> have been on the rise even more than they were already, and that the spikes occurred after the divorce news broke. Sure, some of those people will probably be disappointed to see that the writing was finished before any of that drama came about, but they’ll no doubt still obsess over everything else in there.  </p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title"></div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="iGpPDeSuTzVYAReduorVhP" name="britney.png" caption="" alt="britney spears in her criminal music video" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iGpPDeSuTzVYAReduorVhP.png" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Jive/RCA Records)</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegations-against-her-family-a-timeline">Britney Spears&apos; Allegations Against Her Family: A Timeline</a></p></div></div><p>Even if her break-up won’t be part of the tell-all, Britney Spears still has tons of behind-the-scenes drama to address within the pages of <em>The Woman in Me</em>. The mother of two has made no secret of how up close and personal her stories are in the book, saying she thinks fans will think <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-shares-what-people-are-going-to-think-when-they-read-her-book"><u>she should have become the meanest woman in the world</u></a> given all that she’s dealt with in her career and family life, from her relationship with Justin Timberlake to her controversial conservatorship.</p><p><em>The Woman in Me</em> is set to hit shelves on Tuesday, October 24. Meanwhile, you can catch Sam Asghari popping up in Taylor Sheridan&apos;s <em>Special Ops: Lioness</em>, which can be streamed with a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2562226/paramount-plus-release-date-price-and-other-things-we-know-about-the-streaming-service">Paramount+ subscription</a>.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Rumors Swirled Britney Spears’ Divorce Was About Cheating And Violence, An Insider Says Not So Fast ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Most of the early rumors about Britney Spears' divorce seemed to take Sam Asghari's side. Not anymore. ]]>
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack is a professional wrestling fanatic, who enjoys Bobby Heenan’s commentary, Bret Hart’s in-ring work and an angry promo from The Miz. He loves a good case of the week mystery, particularly when it’s solved by Patrick Jane. He’s seen every episode of The Amazing Race, Top Chef and The Great British Bake-Off, among many reality competition shows. He watches more than 50 new release movies a year, yells at his TV during every single Chicago Bulls game and is still mad about what happened to Varys. His all-time favorite TV show is Freaks and Geeks. His all-time favorite movie is Clue. His all-time favorite book is Peter Pan, and most importantly, his all-time favorite snack is a hot english muffin with peanut butter and some chocolate chips sprinkled on top.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: I finished The Bear Season 2. I&#039;m currently watching all the Masterchef seasons for the first time, and I&#039;m pumped about the recent push Alpha Academy has been getting on Raw.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a> and Sam Asghari have both <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-breaks-silence-on-divorce-from-sam-asghari">acknowledged they&apos;re separating</a>, but neither has spoken publicly about the reasons behind their split. That hasn’t stopped the rumors from swirling though. Numerous outlets have run stories from alleged insiders, and most of them seem to point the finger squarely at The Princess Of Pop, blaming her for the marriage crumbling, whether it be for cheating or getting physical. But there are two sides to every story, and finally, at least one insider sympathetic to Spears got their story out there.</p><p>Over the weekend, <a href="https://pagesix.com/2023/08/19/sam-asghari-deserted-britney-for-months-as-fairytale-marriage-turned-sour/">Page Six</a> ran an article pushing back on some of the claims that have been going around. An unnamed source said Asghari would “disappear” for months at a time, sometimes because he was filming a movie and sometimes because he just left. In addition, the source claims there wasn’t any cheating and pointed out that he’s a foot taller than her and she wouldn’t be capable of attacking him, even if she wanted to.</p><p>Divorces often devolve into he-said/she-said situations. The big difference with celebrities is they use their publicists and the media to make their cases. Instead of friends gossiping and sharing stories, it’s large outlets running quotes from unnamed sources trying to cast the blame on the other. And until this most recent story, it’s been almost all Asghari’s version of events, at least apart from some <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway">allegations that he was planning to contest the prenup</a>, which may or may not be true. </p><p>First, we got <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">rumors that Spears cheated on Asghari</a>. Second, we got allegations that she <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/08/17/britney-spears-sam-asghari-cheating-house-staff-member-naked-photos/">asked a worker at their house to film her naked</a>. Third, we got a story about how she <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/08/17/britney-spears-sam-asghari-divorce-violence-sleep-attack/">allegedly attacked him while he was sleeping</a> and left him with a black eye. I have no idea if all, none or some of those stories are true, but given we’re also seeing a steady stream of stories about how Britney doesn’t have close family or an extensive support system right now, it’s pretty clear those early stories were likely coming from those close to Sam.</p><p>Both sides now have divorce attorneys in place, and while there’s clearly the blame game by proxy going on right now, it’ll be interesting to see whether either side has the stomach for a contested fight in court. As we saw last year with Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, the general public can get very invested in these sorts of things, dissecting every detail all the way down to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/someone-farted-on-the-stand-during-johnny-depp-and-amber-heards-trial-and-theres-video">witnesses farting on the stand</a>. I’m not sure Ashgari or Spears wants the general public to focus that much on their personal lives. That certainly wouldn’t be in keeping with how often they stayed quiet and just let people talk during their marriage, but to quote Ted Lasso, divorce is hard, and it makes folks do crazy things. So, I guess we’ll just have to wait and see. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears Breaks Silence On Her Divorce From Sam Asghari: ‘I’ve Been Playing It Strong For Way Too Long' ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears shared some candid thoughts after news of her divorce from Sam Asghari made the rounds. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>This past week, the public was hit with the news that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">Britney Spears and Sam Asghari are heading for divorce</a> after a year of marriage. A number of follow-up reports have surfaced in the aftermath, many of which regard alleged details pertaining to the legal ramifications of the situation. At the same time, Asghari himself spoke out about the split, essentially confirming it and getting real about the end of this chapter of his life. Now, Spears has broken her silence, and she was quite candid while sharing her thoughts. She used the time to be open with her followers, saying that she’s been “playing it strong for way too long.” </p><p>Known for being quite active on social media, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a> took to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwHKtxFOfAk/"><u>Instagram</u></a> to discuss the dissolution of her marriage to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari">Sam Asghari</a>. Her post included a lengthy caption that began with her pointing out the obvious before she thanked her fans for their support. She also got candid about her life not being as glamorous as some people may be led to believe. Needless to say, the star didn’t mind being vulnerable:</p><div><blockquote><p>As everyone knows, Hesam and I are no longer together … 6 years is a long time to be with someone so, I’m a little shocked but … I’m not here to explain why because its honestly nobody’s business !!! But, I couldn’t take the pain anymore honestly !!! In some sort of telepathic way I have been receiving so many messages that melt my heart from friends and I thank you !!! I’ve been playing it strong for way too long and my Instagram may seem perfect but it’s far from reality and I think we all know that !!! </p></blockquote></div><p>The 41-year-old Grammy winner went on to discuss how during tough situations, she’s had to put on a brave face – and sometimes go without the support of her family. Despite her current circumstances though, she seemed to indicate that their not bringing her down: </p><div><blockquote><p>I would love to show my emotions and tears on how I really feel but some reason I’ve always had to hide my weaknesses !!! If I wasn’t my dad’s strong soldier, I would be sent away to places to get fixed by doctors !!! But that’s when I needed family the most !!! You’re supposed to be loved unconditionally … not under conditions !!!! So I will be as strong as I can and do my best !!! And I’m actually doing pretty damn good !!! Anyways have a good day and don’t forget to smile !!!</p></blockquote></div><p>The post also included one of the songstress&apos; signature dance videos. You can check out the clip for yourself down below:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwHKtxFOfAk/" target="_blank">A post shared by Maria River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>It goes without saying that Britney Spears has seen her fair share of peaks and valleys over years. (Some of the latter are linked to the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegations-against-her-family-a-timeline">allegations she’s made against the Spears family</a>.) Her latest marriage alone was filled with ups and downs but, if her message is any indication, she seems to be handling this latest development well.</p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Britney Spears</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="xsuTGfqELED7h7rT78STFg" name="britney jive.jpg" caption="" alt="britney spears in her radar music video" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xsuTGfqELED7h7rT78STFg.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Jive )</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-stripper-pole-video-trying-it-out-instagram">Britney Spears Bought A Stripper Pole And Dropped A Video Trying It Out For The First Time</a></p></div></div><p>The high-profile split was allegedly set in motion after Sam Asghari approached his spouse about cheating rumors. Sources say the confrontation became tense and that Asghari ultimately moved into his own place. As his wife initially shared an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-all-the-divorce-drama-britney-spears-updated-fans-on-her-plan-to-buy-a-horse">update on her plan to buy a horse</a>, Asghari <a href="https://people.com/sam-asghari-breaks-silence-divorce-britney-spears-end-our-journey-together-7644862">referenced the split directly on his Instagram stories</a>. He said that while he and his wife had decided to “end our journey together,” they would “hold onto the love and respect we have for each other.” Meanwhile, there are still plenty of questions about the logistics of the divorce. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/sam-asghari-and-britney-spears-have-a-prenup-why-the-singer-may-give-him-a-big-pay-out-anyway">Asghari and his spouse have a prenuptial agreement</a>, but there’s still a chance he could end up with a pay out, pending a “challenge” from his legal team.</p><p>Whether or not Britney Spears chooses to provide further updates remains to be seen, but her fans are sure to find some comfort in the fact that she’s doing “pretty damn good” right now. As of right now, it’s also unclear just how long it’ll take Spears and Sam Asghari to finalize their divorce. We can only hope that they get the space they need to work out the arrangement and ultimately move on with their lives.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Sam Asghari And Britney Spears Have A Prenup. Why The Singer May Give Him A Big Pay Out Anyway ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ There may be more going on behind the scenes with Sam Asghari's prenup as he leaves Britney Spears. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: A former soccer player and recent tennis addict, Jessica also enjoys running, both of the distance and sprint variety. When not at the movie theater, her other free time is spent in book clubs, hiking, drinking wine, binge-watching, keeping tabs on celebrity fashion and riding rollercoasters. Has a serious Hallmark and Avon romance habit and an even bigger record-buying habit. Will bake for compliments.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>After six years together and a little over one year of marriage, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari">Sam Asghari</a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating"><u>Britney Spears are getting a divorce</u></a>. The split was announced when the actor filed for divorce, and since then details have been trickling out about what’s to come. Most notably, Asghari reportedly signed an ironclad prenup that would keep him from any of the “Toxic” singer’s fortune; however, per new reports that may not be how things shake out. </p><p><br></p><h2 id="what-to-know-about-the-prenup-sam-asghari-signed">What To Know About The Prenup Sam Asghari Signed</h2><p>According to reports detailing the prenup, Asghari’s split from <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a> would reportedly include him being able to take personal property he owns, including items like clothing, cars, jewelry and other property. However, things that were not gifted like Britney would still belong to Britney, including the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-mystery-behind-why-britney-spears-moved-then-kept-posting-videos-from-her-old-house-has-apparently-been-solved">couples’ home in Calabasas</a>. In addition, the agreement the actor signed would keep him from getting spousal support. </p><p>That’s not the most interesting bit to note though. Apparently, in this prenuptial agreement, the actor agreed to a “extensive confidentiality clause.” That would mean he can’t talk about anything that happened with him or his soon-to-be former wife. Nor can he talk about any knowledge of past events in her life he&apos;s heard stories about, etc. Yet a recent filing from his lawyer may be challenging that.</p><h2 id="why-sam-asghari-may-get-a-big-payout-anyway">Why Sam Asghari May Get A Big Payout Anyway</h2><p>According to a source who spoke with <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/08/18/britney-spears-sam-asghari-prenup-divorce-no-money/"><u>TMZ</u></a>, Sam Asghari knows a lot about what is going on behind the scenes with Ms. Spears when she is not <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-dropped-a-silence-of-the-lambs-style-dance-video-and-ive-got-too-many-feelings">creating viral dance videos</a> for Instagram. Right now, he’s legally obligated to stay mum about what he knows, but a recent legal filing from his lawyer may challenge that. On the surface, Mr. Asghari is asking for spousal support, which Ms. Spears would not have to provide given the current agreement in place. </p><p>Regardless, if his lawyer Neal Hirsh is able to successfully “challenge” the prenup, then what was signed in the agreement would fly out the window, and the door would be open for Sam Asghari to talk about… whatever. And that may not be something the singer would want. </p><p>Because of this, those who spoke to the outlet feel the singer’s legal team will just pay out to make the divorce challenge go away. So, despite the prenuptial agreement, Sam may be due a bit of a windfall in the coming weeks, to the tune of hundreds of thousands of dollars. </p><h2 id="what-asghari-apos-s-rep-has-said-on-the-matter">What Asghari&apos;s Rep Has Said On The Matter</h2><p>After the report broke, Sam Asghari&apos;s rep said he was not threatening Ms. Spears with "exploitation" in order to get money. In a statement (via <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/lifestyle-news/britney-spears-divorce-sam-asghari-split-1235568270/">THR</a>) Brandon Cohen said: </p><div><blockquote><p>There are many claims that Sam is challenging the prenup and threatening to exploit his ex-wife with videos. However, all these claims are false, as no negative intention has ever been directed towards her and never will be. Sam has always and will always support her.</p></blockquote></div><p>However, the divorce filing is still asking for spousal support and a payout could still be imminent. </p><p>In a separate bit of news, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-rumors-about-marital-issues-after-being-spotted-without-ring">Asghari had been debunking rumors</a> of marriage trouble earlier this year, and he was also the person who took to social media to confirm the split was happening. The actor and former model noted on his <a href="https://www.instagram.com/samasghari/">Stories</a> that while things had taken a turn, he hoped the press would be kind to Ms. Spears.</p><div><blockquote><p>After six years of love and commitment to one another 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 ridiculous, so I will just ask for everyone including media to be kind and thoughtful. </p></blockquote></div><p>So it doesn’t seem as if he wants the divorce to drag on, or for things to take a negative turn, either in the press or the courtroom. We’ll have to wait and see what happens next, but Spears has already seemingly moved on, and is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-all-the-divorce-drama-britney-spears-updated-fans-on-her-plan-to-buy-a-horse">planning to purchase a horse</a>.  </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Fans have been waiting for Britney Spears to comment on her marital issues, but instead, she dropped a post about her quest to buy a horse. ]]>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack Rawden is the Editor-In-Chief of CinemaBlend. He first started working at the publication as a writer back in 2007 and has held various jobs at the site in the time since including Managing Editor, Pop Culture Editor and Staff Writer. He now splits his time between working on CinemaBlend’s user experience, helping to plan the site’s editorial direction and writing passionate articles about niche entertainment topics he’s into. He graduated from Indiana University with a degree in English (go Hoosiers!) and has been interviewed and quoted in a variety of publications including Digiday.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack is a professional wrestling fanatic, who enjoys Bobby Heenan’s commentary, Bret Hart’s in-ring work and an angry promo from The Miz. He loves a good case of the week mystery, particularly when it’s solved by Patrick Jane. He’s seen every episode of The Amazing Race, Top Chef and The Great British Bake-Off, among many reality competition shows. He watches more than 50 new release movies a year, yells at his TV during every single Chicago Bulls game and is still mad about what happened to Varys. His all-time favorite TV show is Freaks and Geeks. His all-time favorite movie is Clue. His all-time favorite book is Peter Pan, and most importantly, his all-time favorite snack is a hot english muffin with peanut butter and some chocolate chips sprinkled on top.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>With <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-sam-asghari-heading-for-divorce-argument-about-cheating">a divorce seemingly on its way </a>and cheating allegations being whispered by unnamed sources, fans have been eagerly awaiting a public comment from <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a>. The Princess Of Pop, however, has proven over the last few years that she’ll <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-responded-to-restaurant-storm-out-with-middle-finger-video-and-she-has-a-point">only comment on stories she feels like commenting on</a>, and she once again reminded fans of that yesterday when, instead of providing an update on her marriage to Sam Asghari, she dropped an Instagram post about her desire to buy a horse.</p><p>That’s right. Britney Spears wants to buy a horse, though that shouldn’t come as a surprise to those who follow her on social media. She’s a big fan of horses and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CrB00iOOsqU/">even posted a video once</a> with a caption saying she prefers them to people. She’s also dropped <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cus54bfI0qo/?img_index=1">other pictures of her riding horses</a> in the past, one of which she reposted for last night’s update, which let fans know she’s buying one, maybe two horses soon, and she already has the names picked out. You can check out her post below…</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwB2uq0LsYy/" target="_blank">A post shared by Maria River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>It remains to be seen what the next steps are for Britney Spears in her quest to buy a horse. She certainly wouldn’t be the first affluent person to buy one in the wake of a divorce, but as that sorta thing is outside the life possibilities for most of us, I hope she keeps fans updated throughout the entire process. I’d love weekly videos of her feeding the horse, working with trainers and in a perfect world, entering the horse into various races. Can you imagine Britney as an owner at The Kentucky Derby? You know her hat would be fantastic.</p><p>As for all the divorce drama, it’s a weird situation because no one involved has spoken publicly; yet, there are stories about the alleged break-up everywhere. After months of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-more-marriage-rumors-britney-spears-dropped-3-posts-on-social">relationship problem rumors</a>, Sam Asghari reportedly moved out of the house last week following a big, blow-up fight and officially filed for divorce yesterday. The story a bunch of outlets are repeating is that he accused the pop star of cheating on him, but it’s unclear whether there’s any truth to those allegations. Both sides have reportedly obtained attorneys, and there are already whispers that he might be <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/08/16/sam-asghari-files-divorce-britney-spears-prenup/">trying to fight the prenup</a>. Some <a href="https://pagesix.com/2023/08/16/sam-asghari-threatening-to-release-embarrassing-britney-spears-info-if-prenup-is-not-renegotiated/">sources are claiming</a> he’s even threatening to reveal information about their relationship and Spears if his demands aren’t met, which sounds a lot like blackmail. None of that has been confirmed, however.</p><p>Far too much of what’s being reported is based on the speculation of unnamed sources; so, I’m going to hold off on commenting about what is true or isn’t true or who might be in the right or wrong. Instead, all I will say is that I hope Spears comes out of this with a new support system that can help her on her post conservatorship journey. She’s given fans so much joy over the years. Hopefully she’s able to get the resources that’ll help her find joy and stability for the rest of her life, whether that be by <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-reunion-with-mom-now-moving-to-sister">reconnecting with some of her family members</a> or in some other way.</p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears and Sam Asghari are reportedly planning to divorce following alleged dispute over cheating. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari">Sam Asghari</a> have arguably been one of the most widely covered celebrity couples in all of Hollywood. The two became acquainted back in 2016, and public interest in them has arguably only increased since they married in the summer of 2022. While their relationship has apparently been filled with its share of ups and downs, they’ve apparently been able to stick it out. However, a report now claims Spears and Asghari are heading for divorce. Not only that, but the split is alleged to have been initiated by an argument about cheating. </p><p>It was purportedly Sam Asghari who approached Britney Spears about rumors of  infidelity about a week ago, according to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/08/16/britney-spears-sam-asghari-separate-split-cheating-infidelity-divorce/"><u>TMZ</u></a>. While the cheating reports cannot be verified at this time, it would seem that the 29-year-old model and actor was under the impression that the allegations were true. As a result, he allegedly opted to move out of the home he shares with the 41-year-old pop singer and has been living in his own place. Reps for both stars have not commented on the matter as of this writing.</p><p>To be absolutely clear, no divorce petition has been filed at this time, as far as we know. Insiders claim, though, that “it&apos;s only a matter of time before” the “Toxic” singer’s husband moves forward with the necessary legal proceedings. This purported situation comes on the heels of claims that the couple’s relationship has been in “deep trouble” for a while now. Per TMZ, the pair have engaged in some alleged verbal disputes as of late.</p><p>The two entertainers met in 2016, when Britney Spears tapped Sam Asghari to appear in the music video for her single “Slumber Party.” They eventually became engaged in September 2021 and ultimately tied the knot in June 2022 amid a star-studded wedding. (<a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it">Spears herself later released footage</a> from the affair.) As man and wife, they’ve shared some sweet moments together, from <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-is-living-the-high-seas-life-on-2-week-yacht-honeymoon-with-sam-asghari">living it up on a two-week yacht honeymoon</a> to celebrating each other’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-totally-smashed-a-cake-into-husband-sam-asgharis-face-for-his-birthday">birthdays in cake-smashing fashion</a>. The lovers have also been by each other&apos;s sides during tough times, such as when <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-announces-shes-had-a-miscarriage-in-heartbreaking-statement">Spears suffered a miscarriage</a> in 2022.</p><div  class="fancy-box"><div class="fancy_box-title">More on Britney Spears and Sam Asghari</div><div class="fancy_box_body"><figure class="van-image-figure "  ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' ><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="xHJpRRasCsFQu55GnUVqhX" name="GettyImages-1246969162.jpg" caption="" alt="Sam Asghari solo at the Star Trek Picard premiere." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xHJpRRasCsFQu55GnUVqhX.jpg" mos="" link="" align="" fullscreen="" width="" height="" attribution="" endorsement="" class="pinterest-pin-exclude"></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=""><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images))</span></figcaption></figure><p class="fancy-box__body-text"><a data-analytics-id="inline-link" href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/an-insider-opens-up-about-how-sam-asghari-is-feeling-as-britney-spears-new-tell-all-is-set-to-hit-shelves">An Insider Opens Up About How Sam Asghari Is Feeling As Britney Spears’ New Tell-All Is Set To Hit Shelves</a></p></div></div><p>They’ve also received attention for not-so-positive reasons, as previously alluded to. For instance, earlier this year, they made headlines after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/reports-said-britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-stormed-out-of-restaurant-amidst-wifes-episode-he-has-a-different-story">Sam Asghari was seen storming out of a restaurant</a>, seemingly leaving his wife. He later explained that he was only getting his car so that they could leave, since his spouse was receiving a lot of unwelcome attention at the time. Negative rumors have also swirled around them, as some have held the belief that Asghari has been controlling the Grammy winner’s social media accounts since her conservatorship ended. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-addresses-britney-spears-protective-fans-worried-that-her-social-media-is-being-controlled">Asghari eventually addressed her protective fans</a>, asserting that his wife “has her voice and is a free woman.”</p><p>Months ago, they were subject to marital rumors after they were both spotted without their rings while on vacation. A <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-rumors-about-marital-issues-after-being-spotted-without-ring">rep for Mr. Asghari later responded</a>, saying that his client didn’t have his jewelry because he was filming a movie at that time. His wife’s team didn’t respond right away but, at that point, there was no true concrete evidence that they were on the outs.</p><p>There are a number of unknown variables within this reported divorce situation, so we can only take it with a grain of salt, for now. The public will have to wait and see whether either Britney Spears or Sam Asghari opt to release any kind of statement that clarifies the state of their marriage. </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ As Britney Spears' upcoming tell-all memoir's release date nears, an insider spoke up about how her hubby Sam Asghari is feeling about it. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nick Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TzeQjfZT5cKqHRsEqudtqT.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Nick Venable is an Assistant Managing Editor, and the TV Editor. His humble origin story with CinemaBlend began all the way back in the pre-streaming era, circa 2009, as a freelancing DVD reviewer and TV recapper. After rising up through the ranks covering Movies, Nick leapfrogged over to the small screen to cover more and more television news and interviews, eventually taking over the section for the current era. Born in Louisiana and currently living in Texas — Who Dat Nation over America’s Team all day, all night — Nick spent several years in the hospitality industry, and also worked as a 911 operator. And if you ever happened to hear his music or read his comics/short stories, you have his sympathy. His love for his wife and daughters is almost equaled by his love of gasp-for-breath laughter and gasp-for-breath horror. A lifetime spent in the vicinity of a television screen led to his current dream job, as well as his knowledge of too many TV themes and ad jingles.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About&lt;/strong&gt;: Anything Jeff Lemire, Tom King and W. Maxwell Prince think of, ever. More of Kelly Reilly’s deliriously fierce performances on Yellowstone. HBO’s The Last of Us. Clone High’s return. Colin Farrell’s Penguin being in every movie/TV show/breakfast cereal.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>While movie theaters around the country are building on the success of Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie’s <em>Barbie</em>, another super-famous and influential blonde pop culture starlet is also set to take over the zeitgeist. No, I’m not talking about Guy Fieri (or Ryan Gosling). I’m referring to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a>, whose impending memoir <em>The Woman In Me</em> is <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-memoir-scores-release-date-publisher-shares-details"><u>set to hit bookshelves and online retailers this fall</u></a>. Fans are anticipating a lot of mud-slinging and truth-telling to play out in the tell-all, which could feasibly be reason for her husband <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari"><u>Sam Asghari</u></a> to worry, given all the drama that could come out of it. But he’s reportedly feeling highly positive about the upcoming release.</p><p>Asghari wisely made the choice long ago in his relationship with Spears to be very measured and meticulous when speaking publicly about her and their relationship, as not to get his words twisted (as well as not to invite the masses to go down that inquisitive road). But according to an insider who spoke with <a href="https://www.etonline.com/why-britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-is-thrilled-about-her-upcoming-memoir-209366"><u>Entertainment Tonight</u></a>, the actor is pumped for the pop star to have the chance to share her story in full through the memoir. According to the source: </p><div><blockquote><p>Sam is thrilled that Britney finally has the opportunity and freedom to speak her truth with her book. He sees it as an opportunity for Britney to open up about what she has felt the need to address for far too long without being silenced or filtered.</p></blockquote></div><p>Considering Britney Spears is somewhat commonly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-dropped-13-instagram-posts-in-2-days-fans-confused-by-captions"><u>known to go on confusing social media sprees</u></a> that sometimes <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-is-mixing-and-matching-bikinis-and-crop-tops-and-the-cheeky-videos-are-going-viral"><u>have her showing off bikinis</u></a>, and sometimes have her railing on various family members or media tabloids, the idea of her being completely unfiltered and uncensored is somewhat daunting. There’s even the question of how unfiltered it will actually be, since its release was <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-autobiography-could-be-delayed-amidst-rumors-of-her-revealing-affairs-with-a-listers"><u>allegedly pushed over the inclusion of illicit affairs with other celebs</u></a>, with other reports claiming she was having to fight behind the scenes to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-latest-britney-spears-book-rumors-arent-good-for-fans-wanting-her-unedited-truth"><u>keep the publisher from chopping out other admissions</u></a>.</p><p>Whether or not the editing process has anything to do with Sam Asghari’s reportedly positive vibes, it doesn’t seem to matter. He’s apparently feeling relieved that the memoir is locked in for a release, and hopes it lifts some of the mental weight that she’s been carrying. In the insider’s words:</p><div><blockquote><p>He is confident that this will be a therapeutic experience and help her let go of many ongoing personal and professional hardships she has faced over the years.</p></blockquote></div><p>Here&apos;s hoping the insider is right on the money, and that Sam Asghari is feeling as positive as can be about his beloved&apos;s new book. She probably says at <em>least</em> one nice thing about him in there, if not a million. But it&apos;s not like that&apos;s the only thing he has to celebrate, seeing as how he&apos;s a recurring <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/special-ops-lioness-cast">cast member in Taylor Sheridan&apos;s <em>Special Ops: Lioness</em></a>, which streams new episodes on Sundays via a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2562226/paramount-plus-release-date-price-and-other-things-we-know-about-the-streaming-service">Paramount+ subscription</a>.</p><p><em>The Woman In Me</em> will be available for release on Tuesday, October 24, so get ready to spend Halloween Week reading about Britney Spears&apos; <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegations-against-her-family-a-timeline">years of family troubles and allegations</a>, while also diving into some juicy history about her massive fame as a pop superstar. </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears and Sam Asghari met Lance Bass' twins for the first time, and they shared the pics. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Heidi Venable ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w7HQ9MvRSDd7diNpTmruW9.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi Venable is a Content Producer for CinemaBlend. She started freelancing for the site in 2020 and officially came on board in 2021. Her job entails writing news stories and TV reactions from some of her favorite prime-time shows like Grey&#039;s Anatomy and The Bachelor. She graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a degree in Journalism and worked in the newspaper industry for almost two decades in multiple roles including Sports Editor, Page Designer and Online Editor.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi grew up in the 1990s, and her tastes strongly reflect that. She can (and does) quote Friends constantly, enjoys a good West Wing binge, thinks Can&#039;t Hardly Wait was the most influential movie of her life and finds solace in 311 concerts. On Sundays during football season, she can be found cheering on the New Orleans Saints with her husband and two daughters. Who Dat! She loves to read but usually settles for a pop culture podcast, and thinks the best weekends are spent cooking and playing cards with friends and family, preferably with some UFC fights or other sporting event on TV.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> and *NSYNC were two of the biggest names in pop music at the turn of the 21st century, and especially given the “Toxic” singer’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-brutally-honest-memoir-will-cover-the-justin-timberlake-split-and-more-vulnerable-moments-from-the-singers-life"><u>three-year relationship with Justin Timberlake</u></a>, it’s no surprise that she formed friendships with the other members of the group. At least one of those bonds still seems to be intact two decades later, as Spears met up with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/lance-bass"><u>Lance Bass</u></a> and met his children for the first time. She even shared photos of the epic reunion, calling herself the twins’ “auntie!” </p><p>Former boy-bander Lance Bass and his husband Michael Turchin welcomed twins Violet Betty and Alexander James in October 2021 via surrogate, and Britney Spears looked absolutely thrilled to meet the brother-sister tag team, sharing on Twitter:</p><div class="see-more see-more--clipped"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet hawk-ignore" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I’m a new auntie for Lance’s babies !!! They are absolutely gorgeous babies !!! pic.twitter.com/2cvS8Zm20A<a href="https://twitter.com/britneyspears/status/1683611691844796416">July 24, 2023</a></p></blockquote><div class="see-more__filter"></div></div><p>The “Oops… I Did It Again” singer took a turn holding each baby, as she stood with Lance Bass  — whose floral shirt complemented Britney Spears’ own flower-print top — and her husband Sam Asghari. Big smiles were plastered on the faces of the couple, who recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary amidst <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-more-marriage-rumors-britney-spears-dropped-3-posts-on-social"><u>rumors about their marriage</u></a>, while Bass looked every bit the proud papa. It’s just too bad Michael Turchin wasn’t able to join in the reunion.</p><p>Lance Bass and his husband were married in 2014, after the *NSYNC member <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/pop/Lance-Bass-Surprises-Boyfriend-With-Proposal-Gets-Yes-58767.html"><u>surprised his boyfriend with a proposal</u></a> a year earlier. The surrogacy process was a long one for the Turchin-Bass family, as they went through multiple donors over a period of four years before Violet and Alexander entered the world.</p><p>It turns out Britney Spears’ meeting with the twins was also a long time in the making. Lance Bass had said on his <em>Frosted Tips</em> podcast (via <a href="https://pagesix.com/2023/06/07/lance-bass-claims-britney-spears-flaked-on-meeting-his-kids/"><u>Page Six</u></a>) that the pop princess had contacted him after the twins’ arrival. At the time she was still under her 13-year conservatorship, and her handlers put a “stop” to the meeting, Bass said, and he didn’t hear from her again. The <em>On the Line</em> actor said at the time: </p><div><blockquote><p>She has reached out through her people, wanting to meet the kids and all that… You have to talk through people. It’s very strange.</p></blockquote></div><p>Lance Bass and Britney Spears — whose <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-memoir-scores-release-date-publisher-shares-details"><u>memoir is due out in October</u></a> — were apparently really close back in the day, and he reportedly even <a href="https://pagesix.com/2019/07/23/lance-bass-came-out-as-gay-to-britney-spears-during-jason-alexander-wedding/"><u>told Spears he was gay</u></a> years before he came out publicly. However, due to the control her family had over her life during her conservatorship, the two had drifted apart. Bass told <a href="https://pagesix.com/2022/05/31/lance-bass-thinks-britney-spears-has-wall-around-her-post-conservatorship/"><u>Page Six</u></a> in May 2022 that he hadn’t spoken to her since she was granted her freedom, saying: </p><div><blockquote><p>It’s just, you know, there’s a wall around her. And for some reason, those people don’t want her old friends involved with her life.</p></blockquote></div><p>It’s good to see that now the old friends have been able to spend time together again, with Lance Bass getting to meet Sam Asghari and the Turchin-Bass twins getting to meet their auntie! Hopefully this won’t be the last time Britney Spears gets some playtime with the little ones, and we’ll need photos from those get-togethers too. </p>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sarah El-Mahmoud ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eDWWFRifXaAj9sBqqk4J59.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Sarah El-Mahmoud has been with CinemaBlend since 2018, starting as a freelancer shortly after graduating from Cal State Fullerton with a degree in Journalism. In college, she was the Managing Editor of the award-winning college paper, The Daily Titan where she specialized in writing/editing long-form features, profiles and arts &amp;amp; entertainment coverage, including her first run-in with movie reporting, with a phone interview with Guillermo del Toro for Best Picture winner, The Shape of Water.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>A date night between <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> and her husband <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari">Sam Asghari</a> in Las Vegas on Wednesday night went awry when an <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-got-police-involved-after-allegedly-being-assaulted-by-nba-stars-security-team"><u>alleged assault occurred</u></a> and a police report followed. Spears reportedly spotted French <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/nba"><u>NBA</u></a> star Victor Wembanyama while out and about and hoped to say hello before the head of his security team struck her down. Following recent word of what went down, both Spears and Asghari have released public statements. </p><p>First, Asghari, whom the pop star married in <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/paris-hilton-shares-bts-info-about-britney-spears-fairytale-wedding-including-song-she-and-selena-gomez-performed-for-the-newlyweds"><u>what she called a “magical fairytale” wedding</u></a> last summer, took to his <a href="https://www.instagram.com/samasghari/"><u>Instagram Stories</u></a> to share his thoughts on the situation. In his words: </p><div><blockquote><p>I am opposed to violence in any form, especially without justification in the defense of yourself or someone else who is unable to defend themselves. Self-defense can be unavoidable, but the defense of any woman, especially my wife, is not debatable. I consider my reaction subdued considering what occurred, and I hope the man in question learns a lesson and changes his disregard for women. Thank you for your support. </p></blockquote></div><p>The model and fitness trainer is standing up and speaking out amidst the incident, and Britney Spears put out a statement of her own. Here’s what she wrote, in part, referring to her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegations-against-her-family-a-timeline"><u>past allegations against her family</u></a> by saying that “traumatic experiences are not new.” Take a look: </p><div><blockquote><p>I recognized an athlete in my hotel lobby as I was heading to dinner. I later went to a restaurant at a different hotel and saw him again. I decided to approach him and congratulate him on his success. It was really loud, so I tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention. I am aware of the players statement where he mentions ‘I grabbed him from behind’ but I simply tapped him on the shoulder. His security then back handed me in the face without looking back, in front of a crowd. Nearly knocking me down and causing my glasses off my face. I get swarmed by people all the time. In fact, that night I was swarmed by a group of at least 20 fans. My security team didn’t hit any of them. </p></blockquote></div><p>According to Spears, what sounds like an innocent attempt to link up with 19-year-old Victor Wembanyama became one of “violence.” The singer&apos;s complete statement was posted on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CuX1auVvXYU/"><u>Instagram</u></a> below: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CuX1auVvXYU/" target="_blank">A post shared by Maria River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>As Britney Spears shared, she finds the story “super embarrassing” to share with the public, but ultimately she decided that it’s “important” to speak out about the topic and “urge” celebrities like Victor Wembanyama to make it a priority to treat others with “respect.” What allegedly happened to Spears could have happened to a fan of Wembanyama, or could regularly occur. However, Spears has the platform and notoriety to advocate for the situation in ways others cannot. </p><p>In the statement, Spears also shared that she had yet to hear from Wembanyama, his security, or another organization. She also claimed that Wembanyama smiled and laughed as she nearly fell to the ground, which she called “demoralizing.” Spears took some time to thank the Las Vegas Police Department as the incident reportedly is leading to a criminal investigation that authorities are taking very seriously. </p><p>Victor Wembanyama is a newcomer to the NBA, recently being drafted by the San Antonio Spurs with the first overall pick of the 2023 season. With the recruitment on the books, he has become the first French player to be drafted in that distinction. </p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> definitely has one of the most “interesting” social media presences, as the pop star uses Instagram to share a plethora of content, from <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-hit-the-beach-with-a-cheeky-bikini-and-fans-are-loving-the-video"><u>cheeky bikini beach pics</u></a> to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posts-shower-videos-after-husband-sam-asghari-said-he-preferred-she-keep-nudes-off-social-media"><u>shower videos</u></a>. She also uses it as a space in which she can share personal thoughts on her life, career and society as a whole. Spears’ updates can be pretty delightful, and that’s definitely the case on the rare occasion that her husband, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari"><u>Sam Asghari</u></a>, is involved. Just recently, the couple had a particularly funny exchange, which interestingly involved none other than <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/brad-pitt">Brad Pitt</a>. </p><p>The 41-year-old singer took to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CtPZwtwO6fI/"><u>Instagram</u></a> to share a photo of Brad Pitt, one that’s certainly a blast from the past. In the classic snapshot, the A-lister sports long locks and a beard and appears to be at a premiere of some sort. So you may be wondering: Why did the Princess of Pop decide to share this classic image? Well, she was using it to best describe how one of her uncles looked when she was younger. This, on the whole, was meant to help illustrate how “beautiful” her relatives were years ago: </p><div><blockquote><p>We all have our family issues but I do have a beautiful family !!! My mom and dad were a stunning couple when they were young … like shocking attractive !!! I’m sharing this picture because he looks so much like my uncle, it’s kind of creepy !!! My dad’s two brothers lived with us when I was growing up … when I was 2, the one that is identical to this picture helped potty train me</p></blockquote></div><p>She then proceeded to discuss how during one instance of potty training, she cut herself due to a crack in her mini toilet. On the surface, this may seem like a random memory, but for the Grammy winner, it appears to be a warm one. Speaking of warmth, some folks in the comments seemed to be getting a little hot and bothered by the sight of a younger Brad Pitt. That is, except for Sam Asghari, though. The actor chimed in on the post with a funny comment:</p><div><blockquote><p>Brad stop seducing my wife with your [luscious] long blonde hair 😂😂😂</p></blockquote></div><p>This is a playful little jab on the <em>Black Monday</em> alum’s part and, to be honest, I think a number of guys would have a comment or two if their spouse was posting about another man. But again, this is all in good fun, and fans seem to be living for the message. It has over 3,500 likes and a plethora of replies. </p><p>Britney Spears and Sam Asghari may rarely interact or appear on social media together yet, when they do, the result is usually a sweet sight to behold. For example, in February, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-rumored-intervention-was-canceled-britney-spears-posted-and-then-deleted-a-valentines-day-tribute-to-husband-sam-asghari"><u>Spears posted a loving Valentine’s Day tribute</u></a> to her man, though she later deleted it. The songstress shared a particularly sweet video clip the following month that showed her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-totally-smashed-a-cake-into-husband-sam-asgharis-face-for-his-birthday"><u>smashing a cake in Asghari’s face</u></a> for his birthday. Asghari, for his part, shared a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-shared-a-rare-post-with-wife-britney-spears-but-a-psychologist-thinks-its-a-bad-omen"><u>rare post of him and Spears</u></a> in May (which a psychologist claimed was a bad omen.)</p><p>A lot has been said about Britney Spears’ social media tendencies at this point. A number of people have expressed particular concern regarding whether she’s fully in control of her accounts in the aftermath of her conservatorship ending. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-britney-spears-said-she-changed-her-name-to-brooklyn-in-now-deleted-post-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-the-conspiracy-theories"><u>Sam Asghari has since shot down theories</u></a> about her not being able to share her own updates. As the public continues to speculate on that front, from the outside looking in, the spouses seem to still be enjoying marital bliss with each other. I’d expect more intriguing posts from Spears and, who knows, maybe one or two others may involve Brad Pitt as well.</p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sam Asghari brought some canine companions but not Britney Spears on his latest hike. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jessica Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gNi5ipvqyWREFVbs7Ehzx9.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background:&lt;/strong&gt; Jessica Rawden is Managing Editor at CinemaBlend. She’s been kicking out news stories at CinemaBlend since 2007 and joined the full-time staff in 2014. She oversees news content, hiring and training for the site, and her areas of expertise include theme parks, rom-coms, Hallmark (particularly Christmas movie season), reality TV, celebrity interviews and primetime. She loves a good animated movie.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jessica has a Masters in Library Science degree from Indiana University, and used to be found behind a reference desk most definitely not shushing people. She now uses those skills in researching and tracking down information in very different ways.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: &amp;nbsp;Stone fruit season, Fall TV, and her next ride on the VelociCoaster. &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>One of the notable things that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/sam-asghari">Sam Asghari</a> have in common are their love of pets. While Spears has a whole passel of pets, there are two dogs she got with her husband, Porsha and Sawyer. Recently, her partner was out and about on a hiking adventure and he brought the cute pups along for the hike. Obviously, the views were stunning – and I’m not just talking about canine companions. </p><p>This week, the model and actor took a hike with his two adorable dogs. It’s unclear exactly where the hike was located, but he currently lives in Thousand Oaks, California with the “Toxic” singer after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/the-mystery-behind-why-britney-spears-moved-then-kept-posting-videos-from-her-old-house-has-apparently-been-solved">the couple left their Calabasas home </a>and returned to a place she liked better. The area is fairly hilly like the pictures portray. But really, who cares about where the hike happened? I’m really only here for the pictures of the puppers, including one of Sam and Porsha being adorable together. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:177.81%;"><img id="xLzvWGiqqT3jApgykdCG56" name="sam1.jpg" alt="Sam Asghari with dog he got with Britney Spears Porsha." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xLzvWGiqqT3jApgykdCG56.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2276" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sam Asghari)</span></figcaption></figure><p>A second clip used Porsha in frame to show off another gorgeous view. Porsha is a Doberman that came into their lives back in October of 2021, and a pup who has been in the news before after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-dealing-with-dog-troubles-again-after-pup-sam-asghari-gave-her-escaped-and-animal-control-got-involved">infamously escaping Britney Spears&apos; home</a>. You can see the full landscape in the background and it is (predictably) gorgeous. </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:177.34%;"><img id="EjtaYfzsufpw5QAgDxYYqC" name="Sam2.jpg" alt="Porsha looking at the California views." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EjtaYfzsufpw5QAgDxYYqC.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2270" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sam Asghari)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Further images also showed Sawyer along with the actor on the hike. Sawyer joined the family a bit later than Porsha. The Australian Shepherd was reportedly brought home last year, in February of 2022.   </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:178.91%;"><img id="kx5drSmyjcdc4uZS7QEnPL" name="Screen Shot 2023-05-31 at 9.19.37 AM.jpg" alt="Sawyer with blue eyes." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kx5drSmyjcdc4uZS7QEnPL.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2290" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Sam Asghari)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sawyer and Porsha aren&apos;t Spears&apos; only pets. The singer also has a Maltese named Lacey Loo Spears and a cat named Wendy. Her pups, past and present, are also periodically in the news. Earlier this year Ms. Spears actually <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-bought-booty-shorts-for-her-dog-and-they-were-outrageously-expensive">bought one of her dogs expensive booty shorts</a> to the tune of $1,200 dollars. </p><p>The hiking post comes after there have been rumors of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-seen-out-with-wedding-ring-as-rumors-about-marriage-trouble-with-britney-spears-swirl">trouble in paradise between Spears and Asghari</a> recently. He attempted to assuage those rumors with another post of himself and his wife hiking a few weeks ago, though a psychologist took the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-shared-a-rare-post-with-wife-britney-spears-but-a-psychologist-thinks-its-a-bad-omen">video of Spears and Asghari hiking together</a> as bad news. In general, he&apos;s kept cool despite the commentary, but he did take a second to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-went-off-in-deleted-video-as-rumors-pile-up-ahead-of-documentary">address the rumors about alleged relationship strife</a> just a few days ago noting he has "respect" for his wife&apos;s "privacy" and that most of the rumors that have run around are, in fact, inaccurate. </p><p>He and his wife have generally been heavily in the spotlight since the release of <em>Framing Britney Spears</em> in 2021 shone a spotlight on her then-conservatorship. Luckily it looks like the couple have some beautiful views and some canine companions to help make things better when annoyances arise. </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sam Asghari released and then deleted a video bashing the media and all the rumors about Britney Spears. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mack Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ACx9p4we6wkcsgrtwQiKkB.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack Rawden is the Editor-In-Chief of CinemaBlend. He first started working at the publication as a writer back in 2007 and has held various jobs at the site in the time since including Managing Editor, Pop Culture Editor and Staff Writer. He now splits his time between working on CinemaBlend’s user experience, helping to plan the site’s editorial direction and writing passionate articles about niche entertainment topics he’s into. He graduated from Indiana University with a degree in English (go Hoosiers!) and has been interviewed and quoted in a variety of publications including Digiday.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a>, and by extension, her husband Sam Asghari, seem to always be in the middle of some kind of rumor. Whether it be about <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-loved-ones-reportedly-scheduled-an-intervention-over-substance-abuse-but-it-did-not-go-as-planned">substance abuse</a> or relationship drama or even innocuous things <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-responded-to-restaurant-storm-out-with-middle-finger-video-and-she-has-a-point">like dinners out</a>, there’s always something. Typically they run their course for a week or two and then as it’s going away, we get another one. Over the last week, however, that steady stream of gossip has turned into a waterfall, as new allegations have been dropping almost every day.</p><p>Those allegations, which have acted as teasers for a Fox documentary airing on Monday that’s produced <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/05/13/britney-spears-the-price-of-freedom-concerts-residency-performance-album/">by TMZ</a>, have been coming out over the last week or so, and they’ve touched on a wide variety of issues from Britney Spears’ alleged knife fascination to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-accused-of-binging-red-bulls-and-coffee-staying-awake-for-days">supposedly staying up for days</a> to marriage problems. All of those allegations hitting at once have resulted in way more noise than usual to the point where Sam Asghari actually responded on Instagram. He later deleted the video, but since everything is permanent on the internet, it has still been making the rounds.</p><p>Spears and Asghari usually don’t address the allegations against them, but given how loud things have gotten, it’s not a surprise the latter decided to put his foot down. It’s also not a surprise he blasted the media for talking about the pop star and not letting her speak for herself. Here’s a portion of his quote…</p><div><blockquote><p>The last thing I want to do is speak on my wife’s behalf. I would never do that. I respect her privacy. That’s why I don’t talk as much (but) I found it absolutely disgusting for the people in her life at the time, when she didn’t have a voice, they went and told her story like it was theirs. It was absolutely disgusting. And how are you going to take the most influential person of her generation, the princess of pop, America’s sweetheart and put her in prison, where her father tells her what to do, what water to drink, who to see and use her as a money-making machine— and then all the sudden, after fifteen years, when she’s free from all that gaslighting and all those things that went down, now you’re gonna put her under a microscope and tell her story? No. No. That’s also disgusting.</p></blockquote></div><p>Asghari also told people not to believe everything they read. He said ninety-nine percent of the rumors out there about Spears and their relationship are clickbait that are just designed to make money. He said the gaslighting needs to stop.</p><p>It’s easy to see why Asghari is so frustrated. Apart from the occasional vacation or dinner out, Spears doesn’t seem to leave the house a ton. She’s certainly not partying up a storm at the hottest clubs or causing problems with the law. And yet, the amount of negative press she receives, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posted-the-same-nude-photo-six-times-says-she-always-looks-way-younger-on-vacation">often for things like racy pictures</a>, is on par and often surpasses celebrities who recklessly cause messes and create drama on the regular. There’s no way that isn’t incredibly frustrating.</p><p>The rumors about potential marriage problems between Spears and Asghari started long before this documentary, and the whispers will likely continue long after this documentary airs. Ultimately, none of us know what’s going on that aren’t involved in the relationship. Maybe it means something when they’re photographed <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager">without their wedding bands on</a>. Maybe it doesn’t. Maybe it means something that she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-hit-the-beach-with-a-cheeky-bikini-and-fans-are-loving-the-video">went on vacation without him</a>. Maybe it doesn’t. Regardless, it’s nice to see Asghari stick up for his wife. Here’s to hoping they can continue to find ways to connect and make each other happy, no matter what the rumors say.  </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sam Asghari shared a cute pic with wife Britney Spears, but a psychologist sees the post as more sinister than it appears. ]]>
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Heidi grew up in the 1990s, and her tastes strongly reflect that. She can (and does) quote Friends constantly, enjoys a good West Wing binge, thinks Can&#039;t Hardly Wait was the most influential movie of her life and finds solace in 311 concerts. On Sundays during football season, she can be found cheering on the New Orleans Saints with her husband and two daughters. Who Dat! She loves to read but usually settles for a pop culture podcast, and thinks the best weekends are spent cooking and playing cards with friends and family, preferably with some UFC fights or other sporting event on TV.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What She&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Football season, Pumpkin Spice Lattes and everything related to fall and cooler weather. The Game of Roses podcast and all things The Bachelor, and new episodes of Grey&#039;s Anatomy, Love Is Blind, The Voice, OMITB and more.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears"><u>Britney Spears</u></a> and Sam Asghari have been under intense media scrutiny lately — even more than usual — after what appeared to be a <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-responded-to-restaurant-storm-out-with-middle-finger-video-and-she-has-a-point"><u>restaurant storm-out</u></a> and a reported <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-loved-ones-reportedly-scheduled-an-intervention-over-substance-abuse-but-it-did-not-go-as-planned"><u>failed intervention for the pop legend</u></a> earlier this year. More recently fans seem to be <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-dropped-new-videos-but-all-some-are-focusing-on-is-the-wedding-ring-situation"><u>focused only on the couple’s ring fingers</u></a>, as each were photographed in past months without their wedding bands. It should make fans pretty happy, then, to see a rare photo of the two together pop up on the trainer-turned-actor’s Instagram page, right? Maybe not, as a psychologist is weighing in on the post, and she sees more sinister forces at play.</p><p>Sam Asghari, who <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it"><u>married Britney Spears in a fairytale wedding</u></a> last June, shared a post showing two short videos of the couple posing in front of beautiful scenery. The wind blows around the couple, as Spears gets in close to her husband, which you can see below: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CsKLboer5l3/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sam Asghari (@samasghari)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>With the couple just weeks away from celebrating their first anniversary, they appear happy as can be while hiking amid the picturesque backdrops. Psychologist Jo Hemmings, however, doesn’t think the pic signifies what Sam Asghari hopes it does. She thinks the couple is on the verge of a breakup, and the former dancer may be trying to boost his image in the public eye before that happens. She told <a href="https://www.the-sun.com/lifestyle/8084479/sam-asghari-convince-help-britney-spears-expert/"><u>The Sun</u></a>: </p><div><blockquote><p>This is all preparation for when he’ll step away. If they split he’ll convince himself — and attempt to convince others — that he did everything he could to help Britney. He’ll express regret, of course, but he won’t hold himself accountable in any way.</p></blockquote></div><p>The psychologist cites the social media accounts of Britney Spears’ husband — where he posts images from photo shoots, workouts and movie sets, along with sharing motivational messages — as proof that he is “covering all his bases” by toggling between humble and braggadocious in the event of a split. Jo Hammings continued: </p><div><blockquote><p>Sam is clearly hedging his bets if he splits with Britney. If the relationship doesn’t survive, he'll hope his life guru, savior-type behavior will help him over-ride the storm.</p></blockquote></div><p>It doesn’t appear that this psychologist knows the “Baby One More Time” singer or Sam Asghari personally, so her opinion should be taken with a grain of salt. It seems like these two might be in an impossible situation with their critics, where a lack of pics of the husband and wife together would indicate trouble in paradise, but happy pics are only seen as an effort to bolster their public image. How can they win?</p><p>Several explanations have been offered for the gossip surrounding the couple. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/reports-said-britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-stormed-out-of-restaurant-amidst-wifes-episode-he-has-a-different-story"><u>Sam Asghari had a different take</u></a> from the media on the restaurant storm-out situation, as he described the “disrespectful” behavior of people filming Britney Spears while she was trying to enjoy a meal. He also said the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-rumors-about-marital-issues-after-being-spotted-without-ring"><u>reason he wasn’t wearing his wedding ring</u></a> was because he was shooting a movie — which was also why he couldn’t join his wife <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager"><u>on her vacation with manager</u></a> and longtime friend Cade Hudson.</p><p>People are going to believe what they want about the couple, but hopefully everyone is able to remember that Brit-Brit’s well-being is what matters most in her post-conservatorship life. That’s especially true amid her ongoing <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-allegations-against-her-family-a-timeline"><u>troubled relationship with the rest of the Spears family</u></a>, and only time will tell what’s in store for the “Hold Me Closer” singer’s marriage. </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears dropped 5 videos on social media this weekend, which has led to some marriage speculation. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mack Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ACx9p4we6wkcsgrtwQiKkB.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack Rawden is the Editor-In-Chief of CinemaBlend. He first started working at the publication as a writer back in 2007 and has held various jobs at the site in the time since including Managing Editor, Pop Culture Editor and Staff Writer. He now splits his time between working on CinemaBlend’s user experience, helping to plan the site’s editorial direction and writing passionate articles about niche entertainment topics he’s into. He graduated from Indiana University with a degree in English (go Hoosiers!) and has been interviewed and quoted in a variety of publications including Digiday.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack is a professional wrestling fanatic, who enjoys Bobby Heenan’s commentary, Bret Hart’s in-ring work and an angry promo from The Miz. He loves a good case of the week mystery, particularly when it’s solved by Patrick Jane. He’s seen every episode of The Amazing Race, Top Chef and The Great British Bake-Off, among many reality competition shows. He watches more than 50 new release movies a year, yells at his TV during every single Chicago Bulls game and is still mad about what happened to Varys. His all-time favorite TV show is Freaks and Geeks. His all-time favorite movie is Clue. His all-time favorite book is Peter Pan, and most importantly, his all-time favorite snack is a hot english muffin with peanut butter and some chocolate chips sprinkled on top.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: I finished The Bear Season 2. I&#039;m currently watching all the Masterchef seasons for the first time, and I&#039;m pumped about the recent push Alpha Academy has been getting on Raw.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/tag/britney-spears">Britney Spears</a> has been on an Instagram tear lately. The pop star has dropped five posts this weekend, three of which have more than a hundred thousand likes. Unfortunately, because she’s Britney Spears and people can’t just enjoy her dancing to Cyndi Lauper with a super fun pink dress on, the takeaway for many has been yet another conversation about alleged marriage problems and why she’s not rocking her wedding ring. Rumors. Rumors. Rumors.</p><p>Before we get into the actual posts in question, it would probably be helpful to have a little backstory for those of you who don’t follow every single whisper about Britney Spears. The legend has been photographed several times over the past few weeks without her wedding ring on, as has her husband Sam Asghari. This has led to a bunch of stories about how there’s allegedly trouble in paradise, given the ring situation and that she recently went on vacation without her husband. </p><p>Recently, Asghari addressed the wedding ring situation and said he <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-rumors-about-marital-issues-after-being-spotted-without-ring">only had it off because he’s been filming a movie role</a> in which he couldn’t wear the ring. He&apos;s also been spotted recently <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-seen-out-with-wedding-ring-as-rumors-about-marriage-trouble-with-britney-spears-swirl">with the ring very much on</a>, but that hasn&apos;t stopped everyone from pretending to be an expert, especially because Spears was photographed a few times on her vacation <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager">without her ring on</a>, which brings us to this weekend when she dropped a lovely video of her rocking out to "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun." She looks like she&apos;s having the best time in her short pink dress with full sleeves, but given she&apos;s without a wedding ring, it got the rumor mill churning again. You can check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CrCPsAOAuMM/">the video on Instagram</a> below...</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CrCPsAOAuMM/" target="_blank">A post shared by River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>How anyone wants to look at this video and see anything other than a music legend having a delightful time is beyond me, but if you look closely, she doesn&apos;t seem to be wearing her ring in the video. To some, that&apos;s obviously a sign that sky is falling and the marriage must be speeding toward a divorce, but in all fairness, not everyone is a ring on 100% of the time person. Plenty of people take it off to exercise or swim or just go about their lives. Some couples don&apos;t even wear wedding rings at all. </p><p>But even if you&apos;re on team the wedding ring does matter, there was plenty of evidence this weekend that things are okay. The singer dropped four other posts on social media over the past two days. One of them is a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CrCYYWvA2G5/">gorgeous beach shot</a>. One of them is a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CrB00iOOsqU/">spectacular video of horses in the ocean</a>, and in the other two that actually feature her, she&apos;s wearing her wedding ring. One includes Spears dancing inside her house in a white crop top and pink swimsuit bottoms, and the other, seen below, shows her dancing outside and includes a caption about spring. At one point, she very clearly even shows her hands to the camera and looks like she&apos;s intentionally flashing the wedding ring. Check it out...</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CrCmPUhszgm/" target="_blank">A post shared by River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>I&apos;m not going to pretend to know what&apos;s going on with Britney Spears and Sam Asghari. Maybe there really are some problems there, maybe there are not. I don&apos;t think any of us really know, and given how tight the pop star keeps her inner circle, I&apos;m not sure anyone speculating really knows either. </p><p>So, I&apos;m just going to focus on what I do know, and that&apos;s that it is wonderful to see Spears continue to express herself so openly on social media and in her personal life. Since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-is-over-so-why-is-a-free-britney-lawyer-calling-for-new-people-to-be-deposed">the conservatorship ended</a>, she has gotten a chance <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-talks-atm-withdrawals-and-other-freedoms-shes-been-able-to-enjoy-since-taking-over-her-life">to try so many things</a> she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posted-a-picture-in-the-shower-complained-about-instagram-and-invited-her-mom-to-coffee-in-same-post">wasn&apos;t able to before</a> and start experiencing life in a very different way. I&apos;m happy for her, no matter where that road leads. With a ring, without a ring, what I care about is her smiling while dancing away to Cyndi Lauper. Keep doing you, Britney!</p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Amid reports that he and Britney Spears are having marital problems, Sam Asghari was seen wearing his wedding ring while out and about. ]]>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Married couple Britney Spears and Sam Asghari are fully aware of the continuous speculation that surrounds their relationship. Though much has been said about the two since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/paris-hilton-shares-bts-info-about-britney-spears-fairytale-wedding-including-song-she-and-selena-gomez-performed-for-the-newlyweds"><u>their “fairytale” wedding</u></a> in June 2022, they seem to be going strong. Some, however, suggested that there might be cause for concern, as both were spotted without their rings as of late. And around that same time, rumors began to crop up about Asghari and Spears allegedly having marital problems. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-rumors-about-marital-issues-after-being-spotted-without-ring"><u>Asghari shot down the claims</u></a> and, now, photos of the actor sporting the jewelry seem to further prove that there’s nothing to the speculation. </p><p>Photographers captured photos of Sam Asghari this past Friday, and the snapshots may indeed finally put these marital strife rumors to rest. In the images, which were obtained by <a href="https://hollywoodlife.com/2023/04/07/sam-asghari-wears-wedding-ring-denying-marital-troubles-photo/"><u>Hollywood Life</u></a>, Asghari’s ring is clearly in sight. Given how prominent it is, one can’t help but wonder if Asghari made an effort to get the ring in view once the cameras started snapping. That’s just a bit of speculation on my part, of course. </p><p>At the end of March, onlookers noticed that the <em>Hot Seat</em> alum was without his ring and, after rumors started to swirl, his rep, Brandon Cohen, released a statement on his behalf. According to Cohen, his client had only taken the accessory off briefly because he was in the middle of shooting a movie. Sometime later, the star himself responded to the buzz by posting a photo to his Instagram stories. You can also see another pic, which was taken on April 2, in which he clearly has it on his finger:</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="erLGRCfysYaSkRJrx4zsLW" name="GettyImages-1479195153.jpg" alt="ATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 02: Sam Asghari attends the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on April 02, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/erLGRCfysYaSkRJrx4zsLW.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="720" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Paras Griffin/Getty Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager"><u>Britney Spears, meanwhile, was seen not wearing her jewelry</u></a> while on vacation with her manager, Cade Hudson. As of this writing, Spears’ reps haven’t addressed her reason for not having it on. However, it’s worth noting that her hubby has occasionally gone without his band over the past several months. So it’s possible that the two lovers are simply used to not sporting them all the time.</p><p>In terms of the claims surrounding their marriage, many have pointed to Britney Spears’ social media presence as a source of contention between them. Sam Asghari has been open about the fact that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-shares-his-honest-thoughts-about-the-nude-photos-she-posts"><u>he would prefer his wife not post nude pics</u></a>, yet he says that he wouldn’t try to stop her from doing so. Still, rumors have persisted about him allegedly controlling the pop star’s accounts in the aftermath of her conservatorship. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-britney-spears-said-she-changed-her-name-to-brooklyn-in-now-deleted-post-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-the-conspiracy-theories"><u>Asghari denied those conspiracy theories</u></a> and has maintained that his wife is a “free woman.” Despite all of the assumptions though, he seems to appreciate that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-addresses-britney-spears-protective-fans-worried-that-her-social-media-is-being-controlled"><u>the fans are so protective of Spears</u></a>.</p><p>Amid the flurry of attention that they receive, the couple seem to have a lot of fun together. They’ve shared some sweet social media posts of one another, with one of the most recent being a video that shows the “Womanizer” singer humorously <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-totally-smashed-a-cake-into-husband-sam-asgharis-face-for-his-birthday"><u>smashing a cake into her husband’s face</u></a> for his birthday. The famous pair could also end up working together at some point, as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-wants-to-do-a-movie-with-his-wife-and-sign-me-up"><u>Sam Asghari wants to make a movie</u></a> with his lover. </p><p>Britney Spears and her hubby appear to be blocking out all of the noise surrounding them. With that in mind, I’d bet that they’re going to continue to wear (or not wear) their wedding rings whenever they see fit.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears’ Husband Sam Asghari Responds To Rumors About Marital Issues After Being Spotted Without Ring ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ After Britney Spears and Sam Asghari were spotted separately and without their wedding rings, the latter is responding to the rumors. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Britney Spears and hubby Sam Asghari have seemingly been enjoying marital bliss for nearly a year now. Though they’ve experienced their shares of highs and lows since taking that walk down the altar, the two have appeared to be just fine relationship-wise. With all of that in mind, many took notice when the two <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-and-sam-asghari-both-seen-without-wedding-rings-as-singer-vacations-with-her-manager"><u>were spotted without their wedding rings</u></a> this past week. Said occurrences took place around the same time that Spears was vacationing with her manager, Cade Hudson. Now, amid ignited rumors of marital issues, Asghari is seeking to set the record straight. </p><p>Those who were worried that the couple, who tied the knot in June 2022, may want to relax just a bit. Brandon Cohen, a representative of Sam Asghari, stated that his client and his pop star wife are not experiencing issues. The rep explained to <a href="https://pagesix.com/2023/03/31/sam-asghari-addresses-rumors-of-britney-spears-marital-issues/"><u>Page Six</u></a> that Asghari merely took off his ring because he was filming a movie at the time. That gig is also said to be the reason that the actor and model couldn’t join his spouse on vacation. Meanwhile, Britney Spears&apos; team hasn&apos;t commented on why she was without her wedding ring, as of this writing.</p><p>This isn’t the first time that the 29-year-old <em>Black Monday</em> alum has been spotted without his ring. Photographers also captured pics of him <a href="https://okmagazine.com/p/fans-slam-sam-asghari-not-posting-britney-spears-ditching-wedding-ring/"><u>without the piece of jewelry</u></a> back in December 2022 and has also appeared without it in a few other instances. While his reason for not wearing it this time around can seemingly be chalked up to his work, it would appear that he simply goes ringless quite often.</p><p>The A-list couple remains in the news quite often and have been the subject of a plethora of rumors since they got together. With that, Sam Asghari has stepped up to clear up speculation on a number of occasions. One of the more recent instances of that was in January, after Britney Spears allegedly had a “manic” episode while the pair were at a restaurant. At the time, bystanders <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/reports-said-britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-stormed-out-of-restaurant-amidst-wifes-episode-he-has-a-different-story"><u>claimed that Asghari stormed out</u></a>, leaving his wife on her own. He later responded to the accusations, saying that he actually went to get the car so that he and Spears could leave the premises. </p><p>There have also been rumors floating around that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-shares-his-honest-thoughts-about-the-nude-photos-she-posts"><u>Sam Asghari, who has been honest</u></a> about his wife’s viral posts, is controlling her social media accounts. <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-britney-spears-said-she-changed-her-name-to-brooklyn-in-now-deleted-post-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-the-conspiracy-theories"><u>Asghari eventually shot down the conspiracy theories</u></a>, musing that he doesn’t “even control what we have for dinner.” He’s also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-addresses-britney-spears-protective-fans-worried-that-her-social-media-is-being-controlled"><u>addressed her “protective fans,”</u></a> assuring them that the “Toxic” singer is a “free woman” following the end of her conservatorship. </p><p>Aside from the barrage of reports, the pair have shared some truly sweet moments together. Just recently, Britney Spears celebrated her husband’s birthday, ringing in his 29th year by <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-totally-smashed-a-cake-into-husband-sam-asgharis-face-for-his-birthday"><u>playfully smashing a cake in his face</u></a>. Her spouse, for his part, seems eager for what lies ahead for them. And if he gets his way, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-wants-to-do-a-movie-with-his-wife-and-sign-me-up"><u>he and Spears could end up making a movie</u></a> together.</p><p>Many are sure to be relieved to hear that Britney Spears and Sam Asghari aren’t experiencing any trouble in paradise right now. And here’s hoping that they continue to ride the wave of romance as they continue to navigate Hollywood as a married couple.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears And Sam Asghari Both Seen Without Wedding Rings As Singer Vacations With Her Manager ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Rumors about Britney Spears and Sam Asghari's marriage continue to spread, as both were seen without wedding rings while she vacations. ]]>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/IUo2fUBA.html" id="IUo2fUBA" title="Britney Spears And Sam Asghari Both Seen Without Wedding Rings As Singer Vacations With Her Manager" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen></iframe><p>Britney Spears is no stranger to the rumor mill, and well-meaning fans seem to constantly <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-is-reportedly-not-a-happy-camper-about-her-fans-calling-the-police"><u>scrutinize every detail</u></a> of her life. Whether it’s her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-drops-throwback-photo-album-celebrating-her-most-popular-nude-4-million-likes"><u>nude social media posts</u></a>, her dancing or her house, many are curious about exactly what is going on in the pop icon’s life. Lately it’s her marriage to Sam Asghari that fans are concerned about, as <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-hit-the-beach-with-a-cheeky-bikini-and-fans-are-loving-the-video"><u>Spears hit the beach in a cheeky bikini</u></a> with manager Cade Hudson. And after the singer and her husband of 10 months were both seen without their wedding rings, that speculation only continues to grow.</p><p>In photos obtained by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11922591/Britney-Spears-ditches-wedding-ring-days-Sam-Asghari-removed-band.html"><u>Daily Mail</u></a>, the “Hold Me Closer” singer appeared without her wedding band as she exited a vehicle to board a private plane on March 28. Her bare finger can also be seen in one of the videos she posted to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CqWfw34snH4/?hl=en"><u>Instagram</u></a> of her and Cade Hudson striking some poses and being silly on the plane: </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CqWfw34snH4/" target="_blank">A post shared by River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Comments have been disabled from Brit Brit’s Instagram, so there’s no diving into all of the theories about why she’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/paris-hilton-fires-back-after-fans-got-weird-about-her-picture-with-britney-spears"><u>vacationing with her longtime friend</u></a> and not her husband, and all of the different reasons why she might have left her wedding ring behind. Only adding fuel to the fire was that the Daily Mail also reported that Sam Asghari was photographed running errands on March 30 without his wedding band.</p><p>This is not the first time Britney Spears’ husband has faced questions from fans about <a href="https://okmagazine.com/p/fans-slam-sam-asghari-not-posting-britney-spears-ditching-wedding-ring/"><u>not wearing a ring</u></a>, and from his own <a href="https://www.instagram.com/samasghari/"><u>Instagram</u></a> posts it seems like going ringless might be a normal practice for him. </p><p>These photos definitely aren’t definitive proof that there’s trouble in paradise for the longtime couple less than a year after <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it"><u>their fairytale wedding</u></a>. However, Britney Spears’ vacation sans Sam Asghari comes after some seemingly worrisome moments over the past couple of months. </p><p>There were reports in February that the fitness trainer was among loved ones who had <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-loved-ones-reportedly-scheduled-an-intervention-over-substance-abuse-but-it-did-not-go-as-planned"><u>scheduled an intervention for the singer</u></a> to help with a substance abuse issue but that it did not go over as planned. That followed an incident in January, when she was seen on video <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-responded-to-restaurant-storm-out-with-middle-finger-video-and-she-has-a-point"><u>storming out of a restaurant</u></a> (though that was probably not unwarranted) and another occurrence in December, when Britney Spears became <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-cried-in-a-jack-in-the-box-drive-thru-and-is-furious-a-worker-told-her-its-gonna-be-ok"><u>furious with a Jack in the Box worker</u></a> who tried to console her when she cried in the drive-thru. </p><p>Sam Asghari and Britney did seem to be pretty loved up on his birthday earlier in March, however, when the “Toxic” singer <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-totally-smashed-a-cake-into-husband-sam-asgharis-face-for-his-birthday"><u>smashed a cake into her husband’s face</u></a>, and he has consistently defended his wife’s actions — <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-shares-his-honest-thoughts-about-the-nude-photos-she-posts"><u>even when he doesn’t agree with them</u></a> — <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-wants-to-do-a-movie-with-his-wife-and-sign-me-up"><u>complimented her talents</u></a> and dispeled conspiracy theories.</p><p>While we love to see Britney Spears living her best life on the beach, her fans certainly hope she is also happy in her marriage, and only time will tell if the couple really is in a rough patch or not.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears’ Husband Sam Asghari Wants To Do A Movie With His Wife, And Sign Me Up ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Could Britney Spears and husband Sam Asghari make a movie together? Admit it, you're curious. ]]>
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                                <p>Model and fitness trainer Sam Asghari has been trying to break out in the acting world for some time now and while he hasn’t yet become the next big action star, he’s been slowly adding to his resume. For many, he is still likely <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-new-husband-sam-asghari-slams-kevin-federline-saying-he-hasnt-worked-much">most famous for being Mr. Britney Spears</a>, who has done a couple of movies herself in the past, and it sounds like Asghari would love to make a movie with his wife. Which sounds incredible, even if it’s unlikely to ever happen.</p><p>Asghari was leaving LAX after returning from a film he’s currently shooting, something that’s being kept under wraps, when he was approached by <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/03/23/sam-asghari-wants-act-movie-britney-spears/">TMZ</a>. The photographer suggested that he and Britney should make a movie together, and he thought that was actually a pretty good idea, saying…</p><p><br></p><div><blockquote><p>I hope so, I think she’s a great actress. One day, that would be a dream come true.</p></blockquote></div><p>The initial pitch from the photog was that Sam and Britney should do a rom-com together, which I suppose makes some sense. One assumes that being a couple gives them some natural chemistry. But Asghari suggests they could do an action film together. He is working on a lot of his own stunt work and says Britney, being athletic as well, would likely be good in an action movie.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpz3eA1v-VR/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sam Asghari (@samasghari)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Britney Spears hasn’t done a lot of acting in her career. While many <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2553470/fantastic-films-starring-rappers">singers have transitioned to acting</a>, some remarkably successfully, it doesn&apos;t seem like it was something Britney loved that much to pursue. She’s more likely to play herself on screen than she is to actually portray a character. </p><p>Sam Asghari is fairly new to the industry as well. The roles he’s been playing have been on the smaller side so far, but everybody has to start somewhere. But honestly, Britney Spears is still <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-drops-throwback-photo-album-celebrating-her-most-popular-nude-4-million-likes">Britney Spears; she&apos;s incredibly popular</a> and if she wanted to make a movie there would likely be a studio willing to make that happen. And if she wanted to make an action movie with her husband we’d probably get exactly that.</p><p>Having said that, any Britney fans looking forward to this movie should probably temper expectations. Britney has largely remained out of the limelight even after being able to get <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-conservatorship-is-over-so-why-is-a-free-britney-lawyer-calling-for-new-people-to-be-deposed">free of conservatorship</a>. While <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-dropped-a-throwback-sheer-nightgown-photo-after-explaining-what-she-hates-about-rich-peoples-homes">Spears is active on social media</a> and that has been her primary portal for connecting with fans. When <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-responded-to-restaurant-storm-out-with-middle-finger-video-and-she-has-a-point">Spears is out in public</a> things can get wild. It seems unlikely she’d be that interested in making a movie.</p><p>But who wouldn’t want to see what kind of movie that would be? Is there a chance it would be terrible? Sure. But there’s honestly just as much chance it would be great. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t curious just what this hypothetical movie would look like.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears Totally Smashed A Cake Into Husband Sam Asghari’s Face For His Birthday ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears pranked husband Sam Asghari on his 29th birthday, smashing a cake into his face. ]]>
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                                <p>There never seems to be a dull moment in the life of Britney Spears, and by proxy, the same is likely true for her husband of nine months, Sam Asghari. The couple has certainly experienced a lot together, particularly in the past year, as the pop princess continues to explore <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-weighs-in-on-post-conservatorship-freedoms-shes-been-able-to-indulge-in-including-first-glass-of-wine-in-over-a-decade"><u>life after conservatorship</u></a>. Spears has a unique way of always keeping her fans on their toes, with her <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-says-she-has-to-tone-down-the-silliness-so-people-dont-say-shes-cray-cray"><u>silly social media activity</u></a>, and it looks like she was able to catch Asghari off-guard as well, as she posted a video of her smashing a cake into her husband’s face as they celebrated his 29th birthday.</p><p>Britney Spears shared a black-and-white video to her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/britneyspears/3051396115144911864/"><u>Instagram Stories</u></a> that showed what appeared to be a low-key get-together for Sam Asghari’s birthday on March 3. The former dancer seemed to be enjoying his own slice of cake, when the “Baby One More Time” singer came in for the attack, which can be seen below: </p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:178.13%;"><img id="gz6RmuyyGScGhHtyYZ6fq9" name="Screen Shot 2023-03-05 at 8.29.38 AM.jpg" alt="Instagram Stories" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gz6RmuyyGScGhHtyYZ6fq9.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2280" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Britney Spears Instagram Stories)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sam Asghari didn’t seem put off at all by his wife’s prank, as Britney Spears raised her arms in victory and said, “Happy Birthday, baby.” With frosting still on his face and in his beard, he laughed along with the others who were there, thanking her and digging back into his cake.</p><p>There’s no question that Britney Spears can bring the fun to the party, but she also showed off her sweet side too, posting to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CpYxxrnvDrC/?hl=en"><u>Instagram</u></a> a series of photos of her and Sam Asghari, with the caption, “Happy Birthday 🎂!!! I love you so much and hope you get all your birthday wishes and more 🌹 !!!” </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CpYxxrnvDrC/" target="_blank">A post shared by River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>The couple seemed to be channeling their inner Kravis, with the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/streaming-news/kourtney-kardashian-and-travis-barker-actually-have-a-perfectly-logical-reason-for-those-open-mouth-tongue-kisses"><u>open-mouth tongue kiss a la Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker</u></a>, and other photos showed them taking silly selfies, cuddling on a plane and posing in front of a picturesque background. </p><p>Sam Asghari thanked everyone for the birthday well-wishes on his own <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/samasghari/3051313432242818405/?hl=en"><u>Instagram Stories</u></a>, and said he’s excited about what “the big 2-9” will bring. While he and Britney Spears have shared lots of sweet moments in their first year as a married couple — including the simple moments like <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/no-big-deal-just-britney-spears-husband-sweetly-driving-around-and-enjoying-the-views-while-listening-to-hold-me-closer"><u>Asghari driving around listening to his wife’s duet with Elton John</u></a> — it hasn’t all been easy. The fitness trainer has had to fight <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-britney-spears-said-she-changed-her-name-to-brooklyn-in-now-deleted-post-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-the-conspiracy-theories"><u>conspiracy theories about Spears’ health</u></a> and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-rumors-of-a-cancelled-britney-spears-intervention-her-husband-sam-asghari-hit-up-the-star-trek-premiere-as-if-everything-was-normal"><u>assure fans that she is in full control</u></a> of her life, following <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-loved-ones-reportedly-scheduled-an-intervention-over-substance-abuse-but-it-did-not-go-as-planned"><u>reports of a failed intervention</u></a>.</p><p>Since a judge declared an end to her 13-year conservatorship in late 2021, Britney Spears has found more independence, and she seems to do what she wants, even if it might not be what her husband prefers. She posted a simple “oh well” when adorning <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posts-video-of-outfit-she-says-her-husband-hates-oh-well"><u>an outfit she said Sam Asghari hates</u></a>, and Asghari said that even though he personally <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-shares-his-honest-thoughts-about-the-nude-photos-she-posts"><u>preferred she wouldn’t post nude photos</u></a> to social media, he refused to try to control her.</p><p>Hopefully this year brings more fun times and laughter for the couple, as they approach the one-year anniversary of their <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it"><u>fairytale wedding</u></a>. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears Dealing With Dog Troubles Again After Pup Sam Asghari Gave Her Escaped And Animal Control Got Involved ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears is facing yet another dog-related situation, as one of her pets got loose, causing animal control to get involved. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Britney Spears has steadily made headlines over the past several months for a plethora of reasons. Much of the chatter has revolved around the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-took-some-bikini-pics-in-a-london-hotel-room-and-she-looks-like-shes-having-the-best-time"><u>bikini pics and other posts</u></a> she’s shared to social media or the purported <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-loved-ones-reportedly-scheduled-an-intervention-over-substance-abuse-but-it-did-not-go-as-planned"><u>intervention for her rumored substance abuse</u></a>. She’s also been called out for <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-responded-to-restaurant-storm-out-with-middle-finger-video-and-she-has-a-point"><u>allegedly storming out of a restaurant</u></a>. However, this week, Spears found herself in a different kind of situation involving one of her furry friends. The pop star is dealing with (more) dog troubles after a pup given to her by husband Sam Asghari got loose, and animal control ended up getting involved. </p><h2 id="why-did-animal-control-get-involved-in-britney-spears-x2019-latest-dog-situation">Why Did Animal Control Get Involved In Britney Spears’ Latest Dog Situation?</h2><p>Britney Spears is the owner of several canines, including a doberman named Porsha. Sources tell <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/24/britney-spears-dog-bite-elderly-man-animal-control/"><u>TMZ</u></a> that the pooch wandered around Spears and Sam Ashghari’s Thousand Oaks neighborhood after somehow escaping the property this past Thursday. It’s said that the dog eventually came across a man riding his bike. The individual, who’s in his 70s, reportedly got off his cycle before the dog bit him in the leg. Shortly after, a member of Spears’ security team arrived on the scene to get a hold of the animal. </p><p>Per the news outlet, the man who was bitten subsequently got his injury treated at an Urgent Care. Additional sources also claim that he only got a “nip” from the dog as opposed to a full-blown bite. Nevertheless, the songstress allegedly got a call from animal control in the aftermath. The public service entity reportedly suggested that the 41-year-old star and her hubby take measures to ensure that their pet doesn’t get away from the premises again. </p><p>There’s no information regarding how the “...Baby One More Time” singer responded to the call. However, one would think that she and her husband would prefer that none of their fur babies get away from the property. Porsha, like her other pets, seems to be very special to her and, as noted by TMZ, she posted about the dog after Sam Asghari gifted it to her in October 2021. (Ironically, at the time, she shared a video in which she stated that the dog would be trained to protect.) The hound’s arrival actually came shortly after another canine-related situation for Spears.</p><h2 id="two-of-britney-spears-dogs-seemingly-went-missing-at-one-point-xa0">Two Of Britney Spears Dogs Seemingly Went Missing At One Point </h2><p>In August 2021, it was reported that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/2572293/britney-spears-missing-dogs-altercation-longtime-housekeeper-police-investigation"><u>Britney Spears and her housekeeper had reportedly gotten into an altercation</u></a> regarding two of her dogs. And early that month, the pooches apparently disappeared. At the time, Spears was under the impression that her father, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-father-defends-the-conservatorship-and-his-own-actions-most-people-dont-have-a-clue"><u>Jamie (who oversaw her dissolved conservatorship)</u></a>, was somehow responsible. But in actuality, that wasn’t the true cause. </p><p>Per reports, the dogs were taken away by a dog-sitter and housekeeper after they expressed concern about the animals’ health. News outlets like <a href="https://pagesix.com/2021/08/21/britney-spears-dogs-returned-after-housekeeper-took-them/"><u>Page Six</u></a> alleged that the canines were not being treated well and were near death when they were taken to the vet. Apparently, the sitter just hadn’t returned the pups but eventually did so by the end of that August.</p><p>It’s likely that with this latest situation now seemingly resolved, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-says-she-has-to-tone-down-the-silliness-so-people-dont-say-shes-cray-cray"><u>Britney Spears will get back to her social media hijinks</u></a>. One would assume that she and Sam Asghari will be sure to keep a closer eye on Porsha and their other dogs unless they want further dealings with animal control.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ After Rumored Intervention Was Canceled, Britney Spears Posted And Then Deleted A Valentine's Day Tribute To Husband Sam Asghari ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Shortly after rumors of a cancelled intervention made waves, Britney Spears deleted a Valentine's Day tribute to husband Sam Asghari. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Love was certainly in the air this past week, with many celebrating Valentine’s Day. As you would imagine, a lot of that romance seeped right into social media, as users posted about their holiday activities and paid tribute to their lovers. Celebrities got in on the festivities, posting some incredibly sweet and sometimes funny messages. Britney Spears was among those to share thoughts, as she penned a tribute to husband Sam Asghari following the cancelation of a rumored intervention. Interestingly though, Spears has since deleted the tribute.</p><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/paris-hilton-gushes-about-britney-spears-wedding-reflects-on-their-friendship"><u>Britney Spears and Sam Asghari, who were wed</u></a> in June 2022,  posted several tributes to each other to mark the holiday but, right now, some are probably scratching their heads about why a certain one was scrapped. In an Instagram post (captured by <a href="https://theblast.com/446647/britney-spears-deletes-valentines-day-tribute-to-sam-asghari/"><u>The Blast</u></a>), Spears shared a throwback image of her and Asghari cuddling up in Maui. She also shared an enthusiastic caption in which she said, “I love you so much baby !!! Your B-day is coming soon !!!” It’s no surprise that the sweet post garnered some attention, though it’s still shocking that it was taken down after what seems to have been only a few hours.</p><p>What’s even more interesting is that another message – that’s also since been deleted – took its place sometime later. The “Circus” singer’s post featured a pink background with one of her personal quotes in white text. And for the caption, the songstress merely stated, “I guess I am one to hang with !!!” and added a rose emoji. The quote itself reads as follows: </p><div><blockquote><p>How many views of observation have you given to people that are AMAZING??? BILLIONS !!! How many have I given myself ??? I’d rather go blind !!!</p></blockquote></div><p>I personally haven’t the slightest idea why the 41-year-old star chose to pull the post. However, the joint tribute that she and her hubby dropped on Valentine’s Day is still live, and you can take a look at it down below:</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Coqb9B_vsoP/" target="_blank">A post shared by Sam Asghari (@samasghari)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p><a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-fans-express-concerns-after-strange-new-social-media-posts"><u>Britney Spears’ strange social media activities</u></a> have been a major topic of discussion, especially following the dissolution of her conservatorship. In many cases, she’ll <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/after-britney-spears-said-she-changed-her-name-to-brooklyn-in-now-deleted-post-husband-sam-asghari-responds-to-the-conspiracy-theories"><u>make a post before quickly deleting it</u></a> (as she did here). There have also been instances in which see’s posted the same photos – and captions – on multiple occasions. As a result of these habits, some fans have expressed concern for the Grammy winner. Those worries only seemed to grow after it was rumored that Spears’ spouse and others <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-rumors-of-a-cancelled-britney-spears-intervention-her-husband-sam-asghari-hit-up-the-star-trek-premiere-as-if-everything-was-normal"><u>were initiating an intervention</u></a> for her to seek treatment for substance abuse. Those reports have seemingly been debunked, however. </p><p>Sam Asghari has also spoken out about his wife’s viral posts, being honest about the fact that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posts-shower-videos-after-husband-sam-asghari-said-he-preferred-she-keep-nudes-off-social-media"><u>he prefers she keep nude photos off the web</u></a>. He’s also taken some time to <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-addresses-britney-spears-protective-fans-worried-that-her-social-media-is-being-controlled"><u>address the “protective fans”</u></a> who’ve been asking questions about whether his spouse’s social media is being controlled. Asghari dismissed those claims while also calling the songstress “a free woman” with her own voice.</p><p>Amid social media debacles and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-shares-candid-thoughts-about-being-on-defense-and-that-restaurant-storm-out-video"><u>alleged restaurant outbursts</u></a>, Britney Spears and Sam Asghari seem to be going strong. They’ll be celebrating their 1-year anniversary before we know it, and it’s sure to be accompanied by some social media tributes. Though when that time arrives, many will probably be curious to see if Spears pulls the “post and quickly delete” method she employed on Valentine’s Day.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ No Big Deal, Just Britney Spears’ Husband Sweetly Driving Around And Enjoying The Views While Listening To ‘Hold Me Closer’ ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears' husband, Sam Asghari, took a relaxing drive and enjoyed the scenery and "Hold Me Closer." ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Erik Swann ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXkznL7DwWNoGfjx998J3Q.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik is a superhero fan, and his love for comic books began after he first watched Batman: The Animated Series as a child. He also enjoys comedies, action/adventure flicks, dramas and science fiction. He has a love for sports as well, particularly professional basketball. Though he&#039;s a Maryland/Washington D.C. native, he roots for the Boston Celtics. Some of his all-time favorite TV shows are BTAS, Breaking Bad, Sanford and Son, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Better Call Saul and Atlanta. And when it comes to movies, Beverly Hills Cop, A Raisin in the Sun, Toy Story, Iron Man, Star Wars, and Wall Street are among his favorites. He also enjoys a good pizza (preferably with pepperoni and mushrooms) while he&#039;s watching entertaining films and TV series.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He&#039;s Excited About Right Now&lt;/strong&gt;: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Reservation Dogs Season 3, Ahsoka, Loki Season 2, Invincible Season 2, Next Goal Wins and Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>It’s easy to get swept up in the busy nature of our daily lives. We sometimes forget to actually take a minute to slow down and just smell the flowers. This can be especially true when you’re a celebrity or public figure of some kind. Britney Spears’ husband, Sam Asghari, understands more than most what it’s like to be caught up in a whirlwind of attention. Though the actor and model did recently share a more serene moment. He didn’t stop by a field to sniff any of the foliage but, instead, he took a nice drive, enjoyed the views and listened to his wife’s single, “Hold Me Closer.” I mean, no big deal, right?</p><p>We really do have to enjoy the simple moments when we can get them, and Sam Asghari certainly reveled in his. He posted a photo to his <a href="https://www.instagram.com/samasghari/?hl=en"><u>Instagram</u></a> story this week, and it shows off his view from the driver’s seat. One can also see the incredible sight that sits before him and, if you take a look at his dashboard, you can see that he was jamming out to Britney Spears and Elton John’s song. You can see the photo Asghari shared down below:</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:176.48%;"><img id="zjfAWJXSec9hen3ywRFQ2g" name="Screen Shot 2023-02-14 at 10.18.36 AM.jpg" alt="Photo from Sam Asghari's Instagram" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zjfAWJXSec9hen3ywRFQ2g.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="2259" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Instagram)</span></figcaption></figure><p>There’s nothing like a good drive to take your mind off the stresses of life. If you’re like me, then you probably like to use the time to sit with your thoughts and decompress. A trip is even better when you’re taking in beautiful scenery, and I’m honestly a bit jealous of the pop star’s husband for getting to enjoy such lovely surroundings. Plenty of people also like to listen to music while they’re in the car, but few can say that they bob their head to their own spouse’s music when they’re on the road. That’s a big flex on the <em>Black Monday</em> alum’s part.</p><p>Released in August 2022, that particular track is special because it marked the first piece of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-is-joining-forces-with-elton-john-after-super-secret-recording-session"><u>new music that Britney Spears had dropped</u></a> in nearly five years. Reports indicated, at the time, that the duet was Elton John’s idea and that Spears obliged because she’s a fan of the legendary musician. While reactions to the song were somewhat polarizing, it’s proven to be a commercial success, with <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/paris-hilton-shares-thoughts-on-britney-spears-new-song-with-elton-john-and-she-said-more-than-thats-hot-this-time"><u>Paris Hilton even singing its praises</u></a>.</p><p>As for Sam Asghari, that fleeting moment of relaxation must’ve felt refreshing for him due to the sheer amount of rumors that have swirled around him and his spouse as of late. He and Britney Spears made headlines after paying a visit to an LA restaurant, where the singer supposedly became erratic. Bystanders also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/reports-said-britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-stormed-out-of-restaurant-amidst-wifes-episode-he-has-a-different-story"><u>claimed that Asghari stormed out</u></a>, leaving his partner during her purported episode. When addressing the claims, he explained that he simply went to fetch their car so that they could leave the premises. He’s also had to shoot down <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/amidst-rumors-of-a-cancelled-britney-spears-intervention-her-husband-sam-asghari-hit-up-the-star-trek-premiere-as-if-everything-was-normal"><u>intervention rumors aimed at Spears</u></a>.</p><p>Rumors have also been circulating over the past several months, as some have speculated that the entertainer is now controlling his wife’s social media accounts following the end of her conservatorship. The <em>Dollface</em> actor, who’s <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-shares-his-honest-thoughts-about-the-nude-photos-she-posts"><u>spoken about his wife’s nude photos</u></a> before, has since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-addresses-britney-spears-protective-fans-worried-that-her-social-media-is-being-controlled"><u>addressed the “protective fans,”</u></a> declaring that the entertainer “has her voice and is a free woman.”</p><p>Thinking about all of that, I’d wager that Sam Asghari relished his drive and the sweet views and tunes that accompanied it. We’d all do well to take a page out of his book and take some time to relax when possible.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Amidst Rumors Of A Cancelled Britney Spears Intervention, Her Husband Sam Asghari Hit Up The Star Trek Premiere As If Everything Was Normal ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Sam Asghari hit up the Star Trek: Picard premiere last night while some serious rumors about his wife's health were going around. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mack Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ACx9p4we6wkcsgrtwQiKkB.png ]]></dc:source>
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/l34WqK9v.html" id="l34WqK9v" title="Britney Spears’ Loved Ones Reportedly Scheduled An Intervention Over Substance Abuse, But It Did Not Go As Planned" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen></iframe><p>Britney Spears is no stranger to being the subject of Internet rumors, but yesterday, the gravity of the accusations <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-loved-ones-reportedly-scheduled-an-intervention-over-substance-abuse-but-it-did-not-go-as-planned">got a lot more serious</a>. A report was published claiming Spears’ friends and family planned to hold an intervention but it was abruptly cancelled at the last minute after she got wind of the plan. They’re allegedly concerned about some substance abuse issues, as well as the singer’s mental health and wanted her to seek help. The rumors claimed her husband Sam Asghari was involved in the plan, but yesterday evening, he hit up the <em>Star Trek</em> premiere as if everything was normal.</p><p>Around the time Britney Spears was <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CoeAkhkNjLj/">posting an angry rebuttal on Instagram</a>, saying the allegations made her “sick to her stomach”, Asghari was walking the red carpet for the premiere of <em>Star Trek: Picard</em>. He dropped five Instagram stories from the event, including one talking about how some fans thought he was Rob Kardashian. You can take a look at a photo of the actor below...</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1280px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:66.64%;"><img id="eR9uvPYfttncGPYJTVmyVe" name="GettyImages-1464678299.jpg" alt="Sam Asghari on the Star Trek red carpet." src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eR9uvPYfttncGPYJTVmyVe.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1280" height="853" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Araya Doheny/Getty Images for Paramount+)</span></figcaption></figure><p>There’s a ton going on here; so, let’s back up and go from the beginning. Yesterday, <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/09/britney-spears-family-friends-intervention-substance-abuse/">TMZ posted a story</a> claiming Asghari, her manager and more people close to her rented a house and hired an interventionist to try to push her into treatment. The plan was reportedly for her to stay in the rented house for a few months to get treatment for substance abuse issues and mental health struggles. But she was allegedly tipped off to the plan, and it was cancelled. <a href="https://people.com/music/britney-spears-intervention-stalls-inner-cycle-concerned/">People Magazine</a> ran a similar story with additional quotes from alleged insiders and claimed Spears met with a doctor on Wednesday after the intervention was cancelled.</p><p>Spears’ husband Sam Asghari reached out to Mario Lopez at <a href="https://www.accessonline.com/articles/sam-asghari-responds-to-speculation-misinformation-about-britney-spears-exclusive">Access Hollywood</a> and denied an intervention happened, though he didn’t address whether the larger concerns about her health were true. Instead, he called them inappropriate. Here’s a look at his quote…</p><div><blockquote><p>An intervention did not occur. My wife is in full control of her life and will continue to make all decisions involving her care regardless of circumstances. Speculation on her health is inappropriate and should end immediately.</p></blockquote></div><p>Britney Spears herself also took to Instagram and told fans not to believe everything they read. She claimed she may have to stop posting on Instagram because of the rumors and further implied she’s fine. Here’s a look at the post…</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CoeAkhkNjLj/" target="_blank">A post shared by River Red (@britneyspears)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>So, given all that happened yesterday, some fans were a bit surprised to see Sam Asghari walking the red carpet at the <em>Star Trek</em> event. He seemed to be in good spirits, at least based on what was posted to social media, and his various posts completely ignored any of the rumored issues. There are, of course, a lot of interpretations for that, however. Britney Spears is often the subject of rumors, and I would imagine if he cancelled his plans every time it happened, he’d have trouble doing anything.</p><p>Still, it should be noted that the gravity of the allegations here are more serious than the <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/days-after-accusing-her-mom-of-hitting-her-britney-spears-instagram-has-gone-dark-again">typical fights with her family</a> or <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-is-back-on-instagram-and-so-are-the-conspiracy-theories-in-her-comment-section">wild rumors about her living situation</a>. <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/10/britney-spears-cancel-intervention-life-threatening/">TMZ doubled down</a> this morning, even after Spears’ denials, and published numerous quotes from various unnamed sources talking about how worried they are and how they wish the intervention would have happened. </p><p>As with most things related to Britney Spears, people are going to believe what they want, especially when there’s not any public confirmation of anything going on. Here’s to hoping it all works out for the best, whatever that might be. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Britney Spears’ Loved Ones Reportedly Scheduled An Intervention Over Substance Abuse, But It Did Not Go As Planned ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Britney Spears' husband and manager, among others, reportedly wanted to have an intervention. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mack Rawden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ACx9p4we6wkcsgrtwQiKkB.png ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack Rawden is the Editor-In-Chief of CinemaBlend. He first started working at the publication as a writer back in 2007 and has held various jobs at the site in the time since including Managing Editor, Pop Culture Editor and Staff Writer. He now splits his time between working on CinemaBlend’s user experience, helping to plan the site’s editorial direction and writing passionate articles about niche entertainment topics he’s into. He graduated from Indiana University with a degree in English (go Hoosiers!) and has been interviewed and quoted in a variety of publications including Digiday.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What He’s Into&lt;/strong&gt;: Mack is a professional wrestling fanatic, who enjoys Bobby Heenan’s commentary, Bret Hart’s in-ring work and an angry promo from The Miz. He loves a good case of the week mystery, particularly when it’s solved by Patrick Jane. He’s seen every episode of The Amazing Race, Top Chef and The Great British Bake-Off, among many reality competition shows. He watches more than 50 new release movies a year, yells at his TV during every single Chicago Bulls game and is still mad about what happened to Varys. His all-time favorite TV show is Freaks and Geeks. His all-time favorite movie is Clue. His all-time favorite book is Peter Pan, and most importantly, his all-time favorite snack is a hot english muffin with peanut butter and some chocolate chips sprinkled on top.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/l34WqK9v.html" id="l34WqK9v" title="Britney Spears’ Loved Ones Reportedly Scheduled An Intervention Over Substance Abuse, But It Did Not Go As Planned" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen></iframe><p>Many close to Britney Spears including her husband Sam Asghari, her manager and her doctors reportedly planned an intervention earlier this week. They reportedly wanted to address what they perceive as substance abuse issues and behavior problems with the pop star, but it seems the plan did not work out as originally scheduled. She reportedly caught on to what was happening, and the intervention never happened.</p><p>All of this is coming from a report this morning by <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/02/09/britney-spears-family-friends-intervention-substance-abuse/">TMZ</a>. The outlet claims there has been increasing concern from Spears’ camp about substance abuse issues. She’s allegedly been taking medication that “hype her up” and has not been taking the medication that stabilizes her. Their sources claim this has led to “erratic” and “volatile” behavior that has been causing increased concern. One source in regular contact with the singer apparently said they were concerned she was going to die.</p><p>The original plan was reportedly for those close to her (not including her father and children) to speak with her inside a house her manager rented. They reportedly hired an interventionist and were going to try to convince her to get help. The reports allege it was going to happen on Tuesday, and those involved would have asked her to live in the house her manger rented with professional help for a few months. She reportedly became aware of what was happening prior to the meeting, however. Instead, she reportedly met with a doctor on Wednesday. A source apparently said it went well, but it’s unclear what that means or what the next steps might be.</p><p>Following some mental health issues and a few involuntary commitments in the late ‘00s, Britney Spears was placed under a conservatorship run by her father back in 2008. Following the release of a documentary and a new found public awareness of some of the consequences of that conservatorship, Spears was freed to live her own life and make her own choices. She’s talked openly about enjoying the freedom that came with being able to drive, drink alcohol and <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-talks-atm-withdrawals-and-other-freedoms-shes-been-able-to-enjoy-since-taking-over-her-life">use ATMs</a>, among other things. She also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-just-released-some-real-fairytale-footage-from-her-wedding-and-paris-hilton-is-here-for-it">married longtime boyfriend Sam Asghari</a>. </p><p>Some fans and observers, however, have questioned some of her behavior over the last year. She regularly criticized her parents and the conservatorship on social media, making allegations about things that happened and the time she lost. She also <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posted-the-same-nude-photo-six-times-says-she-always-looks-way-younger-on-vacation">posted NSFW photos</a> on a semi-regular basis, which reportedly caused problems with her children who allegedly asked her to stop. She also had some <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-cried-in-a-jack-in-the-box-drive-thru-and-is-furious-a-worker-told-her-its-gonna-be-ok">unusual encounters with the general public</a>, and more recently, she was also accused of <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-responded-to-restaurant-storm-out-with-middle-finger-video-and-she-has-a-point">storming out of a restaurant</a> and acting “manic” after some people at a nearby table started filming her.</p><p>No one involved in this rumored intervention has spoken on the record, and details on what exactly happened and where things might go from here are very unclear. For now, everything should be treated as an unsubstantiated rumor. Hopefully, whatever is going on, Britney Spears is able to find a path that leads to a healthy and fulfilling life of happiness. She&apos;s given fans so much entertainment and joy. Hopefully she&apos;s able to find the same.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Reports Said Britney Spears' Husband Sam Asghari Stormed Out Of Restaurant Amidst Wife's Episode. He Has A Different Story ]]></title>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Background&lt;/strong&gt;: Erik Swann is a Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. He began working with the publication in 2020 when he was hired as Weekend Editor. Today, he continues to write, edit and handle social media responsibilities over the weekend. On weekdays, he also writes TV and movie-related news and helps out with editing and social media as needed. He graduated from the University of Maryland, where he received a degree in Broadcast Journalism. After shifting into multi-platform journalism, he started working as a freelance writer and editor before joining CB. During his time with the site, he&#039;s been able to cover some excellent TV shows and films and interview some wonderful stars.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <iframe src="https://content.jwplatform.com/players/CxVDntx4.html" id="CxVDntx4" title="After Britney Spears Said She Changed Her Name To Brooklyn In Now-Deleted Post, Husband Sam Asghari Responds To The Conspiracy Theories" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" scrolling="auto" allowfullscreen></iframe><p>It’s been over a year since <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-pens-message-to-fans-after-being-released-from-her-conservatorship"><u>Britney Spears’ conservatorship was terminated</u></a> and, since then, the pop star has seemingly been relishing her newfound freedoms. One of the ways she’s taken advantage of her independence is by sharing various posts to social media. The content of said messages has varied, with Spears even alleging in a now-deleted post that she’s changed her name to Brooklyn. All the while, there are still those who believe the star still doesn’t have complete control over her life and that husband Sam Asghari is now pulling the strings behind the scenes. On that note, Asghari is addressing the conspiracy theories surrounding him and his wife.</p><p>Fans have been worried about Britney Spears’ social media presence for some time now, and those concerns have arguably ramped up over the past several months. Spears has taken several breaks from social media and, whenever she returns, <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-is-back-on-instagram-and-so-are-the-conspiracy-theories-in-her-comment-section"><u>fans flood the comments section</u></a> and question details within her photos and videos. Amid the plethora of questions surrounding the pop princess, Sam Asghari caught up with <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2022/12/30/britney-spears-husband-sam-asghari-says-doesnt-control-social-media-posts/"><u>TMZ</u></a>. He denied having any kind of influence on his spouse’s social media activities and provided a witty take to illustrate his point:</p><div><blockquote><p>Man, I don’t even control what we have for dinner. … You know, in the past, there has been a lot of stuff going on, so I understand where [the fans] are coming from – they’re just being protective. If anything, they’re being good fans.</p></blockquote></div><p>This isn’t the first time that the model, actor and fitness trainer has spoken out about rumors regarding his wife’s autonomy. The “...Baby One More Time” took a break from the interwebs earlier this month, prompting concerns from admirers. Her hubby then <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/sam-asghari-addresses-britney-spears-protective-fans-worried-that-her-social-media-is-being-controlled"><u>addressed the “protective fans,”</u></a> saying that social media can be “traumatizing” and that “sometimes it&apos;s good to take a break.” He also stated that the songstress is “a free woman” and “has her voice.”</p><p>Many became concerned about Britney Spears’ social media activity this past summer following her marriage and move to a new abode. A few fans noticed that a number of the Instagram posts that were shared afterwards showed Spears in her old home. While the posts were presented as if they were new, many were actually posted to the account months prior. Sam Aghari also generated less-than-positive reactions in November when he <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-husband-jumped-on-instagram-live-while-they-were-in-bed-and-it-got-weird"><u>jumped on Instagram Live</u></a> while he and Spears were in bed. In that instance, Spears remained off camera but could be heard telling Asghari, “I have nothing to say. I don&apos;t want to talk to them right now.”</p><p>It goes without saying that the singer’s Instagram activity has been interesting as of late. In just the last month, she <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-tells-haters-to-start-clapping-as-she-poses-in-the-bathtub"><u>posed in her bathtub while calling out haters</u></a> and marked her birthday by <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-celebrated-her-birthday-by-penning-message-to-estranged-sister-jamie-lynn-spears"><u>penning a message to estranged sister Jamie Lynn Spears</u></a>. She also posted shower videos after her spouse said that <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/britney-spears-posts-shower-videos-after-husband-sam-asghari-said-he-preferred-she-keep-nudes-off-social-media"><u>he “preferred” she keep nudes off social media</u></a>. The Grammy winner celebrated Christmas with a fun holiday post in which <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/television/merry-britmas-britney-spears-is-husband-sam-asgharis-meditation-guru-in-fun-new-christmas-post"><u>her significant other served as her “meditation guru.”</u></a> She also dropped a post that featured the same <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CmsRdaetChy/?hl=en"><u>selfie in different lighting styles</u></a>.</p><p><a href="https://okmagazine.com/p/britney-spears-posts-video-shower-declare-changed-name-brooklyn/"><u>The name-change post</u></a> was probably very surprising to those who’ve faithfully followed the star. She made the reveal in a shower video that showed her holding her boobs and made note of the alleged change in a pretty matter-of-fact manner. It remains to be seen whether the change is legitimate or not as paperwork of such a legal change has yet to come to light.</p><p>It’s fair to say that content is going to keep flowing from Britney (or possibly Brooklyn) Spears’ socials, and some may continue to have questions regardless of Sam Asghari’s declarations. All eyes will more than likely continue to be on both of them as social media posts continue to get published.</p>
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