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Britney Spears slams Ryan Seacrest for frustrating 2007 interview to promote 'Blackout' album, Internet agrees

Britney Spears was frustrated with the focus of the 2007 interview as it was not her music that was in the spotlight

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Britney Spears, a pop icon and a symbol of resilience, has been making waves with her new memoir, 'The Woman in Me'.

While most of the media spotlight has been on her revelations about Justin Timberlake and her battle against her conservatorship, one name that's been subtly simmering beneath the surface is Ryan Seacrest.

Britney Spears' frustration with Ryan Seacrest for 2007 'Blackout' interview

In a tell-all account, Spears did not hold back when recalling the frustration she felt during her 2007 interview with Ryan Seacrest, as per Time magazine.

The exclusive live radio chat, intended to promote her album 'Blackout', took an unexpected turn as Seacrest fixated on her personal life, particularly her custody battle with ex-husband Kevin Federline.

Britney felt that the focus had strayed from her music, and she candidly expressed her frustration, stating, "It felt like that was the only thing people wanted to talk about: whether or not I was a fit mother."

She further elaborates in her memoir, shedding light on the challenges she faced while creating the album.

"Not about how I’d made such a strong album while holding two babies on my hips and being pursued by dozens of dangerous men all day every day," Spears lamented.

Netizens speak out in support of Britney Spears against Ryan Seacrest

The Internet has resoundingly echoed Spears' sentiments about her interview with Seacrest. Social media platforms have been flooded with user reactions, affirming her frustration.

One user on X voiced their support for Britney, declaring, "Britney Spears is taking out the men that I’ve already despised with the memoir, and I love to see it."

Another user left no room for ambiguity, asserting, "Well, he’s trash so."

A third user expressed strong emotions, exclaiming, "DRAG HIM BRITNEY." Another person chimed in, noting, "He always gave me weird vibes."

A fifth user kept it succinct, summing it up with, "Ryan Seacrest is so annoying."

Britney Spears' struggles and triumphs in the eyes of the public

Spears' memoir 'The Woman in Me' offers an unfiltered look into the tumultuous life of a pop sensation who grew up under the watchful eye of the public, reports Time magazine.

Her journey began at the age of 16 with the release of '...Baby One More Time', setting records and establishing her as a household name.

As a teenager, she handled the pressures and responsibilities of stardom with a maturity beyond her years.

However, the transition into adulthood was not smooth for Spears. Her life took a stark turn when she found herself entangled in a conservatorship, primarily overseen by her father Jamie Spears.

For over a decade, he had control over her finances, personal life, and even her reproductive choices. The situation left her feeling like an adult living in a child's body.

In 2021, a turning point came when a judge ruled in her favor, granting her the freedom to make her own decisions once more. 'The Woman in Me' marks the first extensive public revelation of her life after this legal victory, offering insights beyond her 2021 court testimony and cryptic Instagram posts.

Spears' memoir is a candid, unembellished narrative of her life, providing a unique perspective on her struggles and triumphs.

By sharing her story in a conversational and straightforward manner, she creates a bridge between the childlike image perpetuated by her conservatorship and the strong, resilient woman she has become.