The following italicized article is from www.buzznet.com:Buzznet spent the day with the the Jonas Brothers in NYC on Saturday, August 16th,and were able to have a minute with Felicia Culotta, who is working as the Jonas' personal assistant. Culotta is famous for being Britney Spears' former assistant for nine years.Culotta told that she still keeps in touch with Britney, and that she's "doing great." The tour has 20-something former Britney tour employees, including famed bodyguard Big Rob - who has become almost as popular with Jonas fans as the teens themselves.Source: Buzznet
The following italicized article is from www.buzz18.com:Pop queen Madonna turned 50 recently, but will throw her birthday bash on August 30, 2008 with a traditional British-themed party where only ale, turkey and caviar will be served to the guests, who include Latin American dance choreographer Sandip Soparrkar and his partner Jesse Randhwa. As reported in a news daily, Madonna had taken dance lessons from Sandip earlier this year, and the pop icon has personally invited Sandip and Jesse to perform the waltz at her party. The exclusive bash will be held at Guy Ritchie's country estate in Wiltshire, England and among the invitees are Gwyneth Paltrow, Stella McCartney, Britney Spears, Justine Timberlake, the Maharaja of Jaipur and some of Madge's Kabbalah associates.The guests will be entertained with traditional English music performed by a folk band and England's traditional dance- the waltz, which Sandip and Jesse will perform.Source: Buzz 18
Britney spotted leaving recording studio after another late-night session with Bryan.
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The following italicized article is from www.x17online.com:Our girl Brit sure had a tough day yesterday - especially when she bumped into a pair of pushy fans on her way to Tracey Ross! As you can see in our video, these two little girls simply would not take no for an answer, crowding Britney's car and even calling the pop princess a "bitch" for daring to cover up. Well, you'll certainly never get anywhere if that's your attitude, young ladies!Thankfully, Britney's family was on hand to support her - not only did we catch her mother Lynn accompanying Brit into Tracey Ross, but we caught her leaving after dinner with none other than her brother Bryan a little later out in Silver Lake! Isn't it great seeing Britney's family coming to her aid like this? 'Course, that's just what the Spears family does when one of their daughters is in need!See more here!Source: X17
The following italicized article is from www.popcrunch.com:Will Britney Spears take the stage when MTV celebrates the 2008 Video Music Awards in Hollywood next month? You bet, according to a new report from across the pond.The Britster will perform a track from her Blackout album during the September 7 ceremony at Paramount Studios, according to Britain’s Daily Express. The rumored gig will be the first since Spears humiliated herself during a bikini-clad, choreographically mess at last year’s VMAs. Britney has already appeared alongside host Russell Brand in a series of adorable promos for the event. “She really wants to do this, despite the jitters. She is as nervous as hell but at the same time itching to get back in front of the same audience where she screwed up so badly last time,” a Spears insider revealed to the Daily Express earlier this week.“It is the perfect platform for her to announce to her fans and the world that the dark days are behind her and she’s back on track with her life and her career.”“This is her big chance to make amends and let everyone see that she is becoming the Britney of old again.”Source: Pop Crunch
The following italicized article is from www.celebrity-gossip.com:With so much headway having been made in Britney Spears and Kevin Federline’s custody case, you’d think they’d leave well enough alone. But you’d be wrong.The “Gimme More” singer was spotted heading over to celebrity lawyer Barry Tarlow’s office with her mother Lynne yesterday (August 19) to further discuss the finer details of the arrangement for Sean Preston and Jayden James.Another snag in the whole process has been the mounting legal fees incurred by the “Piece of Me” songstress both by her and on the behalf of her ex-husband K-Fed. All in all, the entire custody battle could cost as much as $700,000 or more.With all of this drama looming overhead, it’s no wonder Brit decided to head out to Sunset Plaza in West Hollywood with her bodyguard for some retail therapy following the meeting with her lawyer.Source: Celebrity Gossip
The following italicized article is from www.justjared.com:
Britney Spears is escorted by sheriffs and meets up with her mom at celebrity lawyer Barry Tarlow’s office, on Tuesday afternoon. The 26-year-old pop princess is going back to court regarding the custody case, and a hearing has been scheduled for September 16. Her custody battle could reportedly cost her over $700,000. While on her way to her lawyer’s office, Britney wore a necklace with her son’s names on it, Jayden James and Sean Preston. Britney is on the latest cover of OK!, and revealed how she’s made her stunning transformation. Source: Just Jared
The following italicized article is from www.tmz.com:Not everybody likes the new low-key Britney Spears -- especially her obnoxiously demanding fan base.A few gals were pissed after Brit refused to pose for a photo for them -- while waiting in traffic! Though hearing one of the 'em scream "Why's she being such a bitch?" probably didn't help their cause.Source: TMZ
The following italicized article is from www.entertainmentwise.com:Britney Spears has revealed how she regained the super-toned figure back that shot her to fame when she was seventeen.The pop star’s revamped bod is thanks to a calorie-controlled diet and a vigorous workout regime."I'm the healthiest I've been all my lifemagazine. My diet has a lot to do with my getting into shape. I have no sugar. I don't eat fruit or even fruit juice because of the sugar," she tells OK!."I eat chicken and salmon and rice. I eat avocados. I'll have egg whites for breakfast and sometimes turkey burgers for lunch."I try to do just 1,200 calories a day. It may sound like it's not much, but it's actually a lot of food if you eat the right things."The Toxic singer, 26, also hits the gym on a regular basis, doing "lots of cardio and weights" five days a week.The star seems to have discovered her domestic streak too."I get mad if the maid does all the housework. If she takes it all into her own hands, well, what's for me to do? I'm a cleaning fanatic. Dusting is my favorite, and Windex-ing," she said."Usually the maid and I will cook together. [Sons] Sean and Jayden love my spaghetti."Source: Entertainment Wise
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The following italicized article is from www.dailymail.co.uk:She is already preparing for what is being labelled one of the biggest comebacks in pop.But now Britney Spears is beginning an even bigger fight - to regain custody of her two young sons.The star, who recently lost custody of sons Sean Preston, 2 and Jayden James, 1, to ex-husband Kevin Federline has made no secret of the fact that she wants to regain custody of her boys.Britney, accompanied by mother Lynn, visited celebrity lawyer Barry Tarlow's office yesterday, fuelling speculation she is fighting to regain full custody of the toddlers.Britney has already revealed she is preparing for a comeback in the next six to nine months and wants her young sons back by her side.The singer has been in fine form of late and is looking better than ever after bouncing back from recent health troubles.The former Princess of Pop has also been happier after agreeing to the settlement Federline.As part of the agreement, Britney is allowed two visits and one overnight stay with her two sons, while her ex-husband retains primary custody.But the mother-of-two is now hoping the custody arrangement will be altered so she can spend even more time with her boys and eventually retain full custody.A hearing has already been set for September 16 and while cost hasn't appeared to be a major issue so far, the custody battle could leave her with more than £350,000 in legal bills.Her battle to establish access rights to Sean Preston and Jayden James, led to two law firms billing her a combined total of £230,000, court documents have revealed. Britney, 26, also agreed to pay Kevin's legal fees, which amounted to around £120,000. But despite her recent troubles, Spears remains upbeat and reveals she has been busy experimenting with a new image and style in preparation for her career comeback.'It is more urban. I'm working with producers who are just amazing.There is a fresh new energy,' she told OK magazine.'The image factor is a little older too. The videos will be very different.'Source: Daily Mail
The following italicized article is from www.justjared.com:Britney Spears looks fabulous in a white bikini on the latest cover of OK! Magazine.The 26-year-old pop princess showed off her bangin’ new body in late July, when Britney vacationed at the Las Ventanas resort in Los Cabos, Mexico, with her assistant Brett, her bodyguard Lee, her dad, Jamie Spears, and pal George Maloof. Days later, in an exclusive interview at her Beverly Hills home, Britney chatted with OK! about how she’s made her stunning transformation. On eating right: “I’m the healthiest I’ve been all my life. My diet has a lot to do with my getting into shape. I have no sugar. I don’t eat fruit or even fruit juice because of the sugar. I eat chicken and salmon and rice. I eat avocados. I’ll have egg whites for breakfast and sometimes turkey burgers for lunch. I try to do just 1,200 calories a day. It may sound like it’s not much, but it’s actually a lot of food if you eat the right things.”On cutting out a guilty pleasure of hers: “Frappuccinos - gone. (laughs) I do still drink coffee, but just with Equal.”On working out five days/week at an outside gym and sometimes at the fully-equipped gym in her house: “I was working with male trainers and recently switched to a woman because she knew how to lean me out better.” Brit Brit’s looking poised for an ultimate comeback!!!!! YAY!!!!!Source: Just Jared
"Britney I'm your biggest fan! I love you! You're so pretty I love you!""She doesn't care. Why is she being such a BITCH. At least smile for the camera! I mean seriously! She doesn't care..."On her way over to Tracey Ross this afternoon, Britney was heckled by some fans for an autograph. She refuses. Lynne accompanied her daughter on the shopping trip, as well as Brit's assistant Brett.Source: Untouchable Britney
The following italicized article is from www.ok-magazine.com:While vacationing at Las Ventanas resort in Los Cabos, Mexico, in late July, Britney Spears was the epitome of the California girl as she walked out of the surf in a white bikini that highlighted her newly toned and tanned figure.In an exclusive photoshoot in the new issue of OK!, the singer reveals how she successfully regained her lean physique and how she's committed to being a healthy role model to her two young boys."I'm the healthiest I've been all my life," Britney, 26, tells OK!. "My diet has a lot to do with my getting into shape. I have no sugar. I don't eat fruit or even fruit juice because of the sugar. I eat chicken and salmon and rice. I eat avocados. I'll have egg whites for breakfast and sometimes turkey burgers for lunch. I try to do just 1,200 calories a day. It may sound like it's not much, but it's actually a lot of food if you eat the right things."Of course, Brit also hits the gym on a regular basis, doing "lots of cardio and weights" five days a week. The singer's comittment to being healthy is applauded by trainers like Miami-based trainer and owner of SOMA Fitness & Performance, Adam Cronin. Cronin, who has not worked with the pop star, says Britney's routine of following a 1,200-calorie-a-day, high-protein meal plan is ideal for someone who wants to drop pounds in a safe, healthy way."If you follow a vigorous workout program — plus this eating program — it is possible to lose up to 12 pounds in 30 days, in a very healthy, non fad-like way," Adam tells OK!. For the full interview with Britney and all the exclusive pics, pick up the new OK! — on newsstands everywhere Thursday!Source: OK Magazine
The following italicized article is from www.dailystar.co.uk:Britney Spears is set to tell all about her crazy life in a shock new telly show.
The MTV documentary will lift the lid on her battle with mental illness and her chaotic family life. But insiders fear it could turn into “car crash television”. Britney, 26, has shocked fans with her raunchy antics, including shaving her head, battering a car with an umbrella and even having a lesbian romp in a pool with former PA Shannon Funk. She has also spent two spells in rehab, and her parents are said to be “furious” over her TV plans. But Brit has ignored pleas from them and ex-husband Kevin Federline, 30, to snub the show. A source said: “Britney’s dad is furious. He thinks it’s a big mistake and doesn’t want anything to do with it. “But Britney thinks it will help her custody battle for her two sons.” Mum Lynne, 53, is also said to be trying to talk her out of appearing in the show. It has even been claimed that Britney is using it to hit back at her mother’s book before it comes out. The singer is said to fear it will expose their rocky relationship and wants to make sure she gets her own side of the story across. Another pal added: “This could turn out to be the biggest car crash television moment of all time.” A spokeswoman for Britney declined to comment on the tell-all film. MTV in London said they were not aware of the project. Source: Daily Star
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