If U seek Britney Spears' reaction to her divorce, here it is.
One day after her estranged husband Sam Asghari—born Hesam Asghari—confirmed their breakup, the "Toxic" singer addressed the situation with her own message.
"As everyone knows, Hesam and I are no longer together," she wrote on Instagram Aug. 18. "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 !!!"
The 41-year-old went on to share how she had been "playing it strong for way too long" in private and noted that what she posts on social media "may seem perfect but it's far from reality."
"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 !!!" she continued. "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 !!!"
For his part, Sam previously hinted at what went wrong, writing in an Aug. 17 Instagram Story, "S--t happens."
"After 6 years of love and commitment to each other my wife and I have decided to end our journey together," the Black Monday actor added. "We will hold onto the love and respect we have for each other and I wish her the best always."
In lieu of asking for privacy, which Sam admitted "seems rediculous [sic]" given their lives in the spotlight, the 29-year-old requested in his statement "for everyone including the media to be kind and thoughtful."
Britney and Sam were married for a year before reports of the pair's separation came to light on Aug. 16. At the time, a source familiar with the situation told NBC News, "They're separated and it's best for Britney."
Hours after the breakup news made headlines, Sam filed for divorce. In court documents obtained by E! News, he listed their date of separation as July 28 and "irreconcilable differences" as reason for the split.
The same day, Britney posted an unrelated life update to her Instagram. Alongside a photo of herself riding a horse in a beach, the pop star wrote, "Buying a horse soon!!! So many options it's kinda hard !!! A horse called Sophie and another called Roar??? I can't make up my mind !!!"
The pair, who first started dating in 2016, got married in June 2022 in an intimate Los Angeles ceremony. Britney marked the occasion in a since-deleted Instagram post, in which she said she was "so nervous all morning" before walking down the aisle.
"The ceremony was a dream and the party was even better," she captioned her post. "I think we all fell on the dance floor at least 2 times !!! I mean come on … we were all VOGUING !!! @SamAsghari I LOVE YOU !!!"
Keep reading to relive Britney and Sam's love story.
Britney Spears met Sam Asghari on the set of her super sexy "Slumber Party" music video, which dropped in November 2016. Onscreen chemistry? Check! About five months after filming, they began dating, making joint appearances at places like NBA games and on social media.
Britney wished her fans a very Merry Christmas from her cozy spot in bed next to Sam.
The lovebirds rang in 2017 by each other's side, and Brit-Brit couldn't help but share this adorable snapshot in celebration of New Year's Eve.
Britney and Sam are huge fans of Snapchat, especially the puppy dog filter!
In March 2017, the couple supported Sam's sister as she walked in a show at Los Angeles Fashion Week.
Sunny Malibu has never looked better thanks to these two!
Britney celebrated her main man's birthday with a picturesque hike.
The personal trainer supported Britney backstage at one of her Las Vegas shows in March 2017.
The pair got close for a photo opp ahead of Britney's Sin City performance.
In June 2017, Sam surprised Britney by flying to Japan for some sightseeing between concerts.
Sam tagged along with Britney and her two sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James Federline, as they enjoyed a day at Disneyland.
"So in love with this puppy @samasghari," Britney captioned the photo.
The lovebirds stepped out for a good cause at the 2018 GLAAD Media Awards.
"Having the best time with my other half," Britney wrote alongside this photo of the pair in June 2018.
Britney and Sam made a rare public appearance at the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood premiere.
"Felt like a little trip to paradise for an early birthday celebration," Britney captioned a photo of the duo flying to Hawaii amid the COVID-19 pandemic in November 2020.
Following the February 2021 release of "Framing Britney Spears," Sam released a personal statement: "I have always wanted nothing but the best for my better half, and will continue to support her following her dreams and creating the future she wants and deserves. I am thankful for all of the love and support she is receiving from her fans all over the world, and I am looking forward to a normal, amazing future together."
In February 2021, a source close to the pop star offered rare insight into their shared private life.
"Sam is very good to Britney and she's crazy about him," the insider told E! News. "She loves when they get to travel together and take a romantic vacation... They work out together and both are very into staying fit and taking care of their bodies. They love watching movies together and hanging out at home. But Britney also loves going out to dinner, especially for sushi."
The lovebirds get attended Asghari's best friend's wedding in April 2021. Due to what a source described as "restrictions" involving the pandemic and her dad, Jamie Spears, an insider told E! News she "finally had an opportunity to get out and she took it."
Ahead of his girlfriend's bombshell court testimony in June 2021, Sam shared his support for the social media movement calling for an end to her years-long conservatorship.
During the June 23 conservatorship hearing, Britney testified to wanting what she described as the "real deal," marriage and a baby. According to the singer, the conservatorship prevents her from creating the future she wants.
She told the judge, "I deserve to have the same rights as anybody does by having a child, a family, any of those things."
As Britney continued to make positive strides in her conservatorship battle, a source close to Sam indicated a proposal was just over the horizon.
"Engagement has always been in the cards for Sam and Britney, without question," the insider shared with E! News in September. "It's the direction their relationship has been heading for nearly two years now. It's always a discussion and it's not a question of if, it's when."
The source explained further, "Things are evidently becoming better for Britney with her conservatorship and she's never felt this liberated in all aspects of her life. The closer she gets to freedom, the closer she is to seeing all of her dreams become an actual reality. Marrying Sam is high on that list and loving him the way she wants, how she wants, on her own terms."
On Sept. 12, 2021, the music superstar announced her engagement. In a video shared to Instagram, Brit showed off her bling as Sam asked, "Look at that! Do you like it?" "Yes!" she told him.
"Happy Birthday to my Fiancé … I love you so much," Britney captioned a photo of the couple on a romantic getaway in March 2022. "… I want a family with you … I want it all with you !!!!"
On April 11, 2022 the Princess of Pop announced on Instagram that she and Sam had a baby on the way, writing, "I thought 'Geez … what happened to my stomach ???' My husband said 'No you're food pregnant silly !!!' So I got a pregnancy test … and uhhhhh well … I am having a baby." The following month, Sam announced with the "deepest sadness" that they'd lost their "miracle baby early in the pregnancy."
Britney and Sam tied the knot in Los Angeles on June 9, 2022.
For her husband's 29th birthday, the singer shared a tribute to him on Instagram, writing, "Happy Birthday!!! I love you so much and hope you get all your birthday wishes and more!!!"
Parting Ways
Sam filed for divorce from Britney in August 2023.
"After 6 years of love and commitment to each other my wife and I have decided to end our journey together," he wrote on Instagram Story Aug. 17. "We will hold onto the love and respect we have for each other and I wish her the best always."
Their divorce was finalized in May 2024.