Britney Spears has officially been declared single nearly 18 months after her former husband, Sam Asghari, initiated the divorce proceedings. This significant development was confirmed by court documents that were made available to various media outlets, with the ruling coinciding with Spears’ 43rd birthday on December 2.
The finalization of the divorce occurred in May, seven months prior, following a mutual agreement between the former couple to part ways without contesting the terms. They opted to waive the right to a trial or appeal, as indicated in documentation filed in the Los Angeles Superior Court.
Spears’ legal team had previously requested that the assets and properties be divided according to their premarital agreement, which allowed her to retain her earnings before, during, and after their marriage. They also sought court-ordered spousal support, as outlined in their written agreement.
Asghari had filed for divorce in August 2023, citing irreconcilable differences after a brief 14-month marriage. The couple initially met while working together on the music video for Spears’ 2016 song “Slumber Party” and were married in June 2022.
In the wake of the split, Spears expressed her surprise about the breakup through an Instagram video, emphasizing her reluctance to delve into personal explanations, stating, “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 it’s honestly nobody’s business !!!”
The couple did not have any children together, though they experienced the loss of a baby early in Spears’ pregnancy in May 2022.
Reflecting on their time together, Asghari previously described their relationship as a “blessing,” acknowledging that “people grow apart and people move on.” He noted that their shared experiences will always hold significance as a chapter in his life.
Spears’ history includes previous marriages to Kevin Federline, with whom she shares two sons, and Jason Alexander, whom she was married to for a brief period.
This marks a new chapter for Spears, and as she celebrates her birthday as a single woman, fans remain hopeful for her future and personal happiness. The potential for new beginnings is something many look forward to as she embarks on this journey of self-discovery.