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Top 5 Reasons Britney's Back

It's no secret to anyone who lives on this planet, Britney Spears is an icon. Love or hate her, she's definitely made her place in history. The "Princess of Pop" is making her way through the U.S., and now the world on her comeback Circus tour and needless to say, she's not going anywhere. As a long-time Britney lover, I have long contemplated why I've stayed her fan. I was there during her virginity scandal with Justin Timberlake, and for the famous head-shaving fiasco. But I always told the naysayers she would be back...

1. She is a performer
She's never made herself out as a powerhouse singer, and that's what I?love about her. She put on one hell of a show for her last tour (and previous tours as well) and kept me fully entertained for her two-hour set. Her dancing and crowd involvement alone could keep a sort-of fan easily amused. Her love for the stage is shown the instant she is on it.

2. She's a hit maker
It's her sixth album and she's had mega hits off of each one. You can't go a day without listening to a top 40 station without hearing "If U Seek Amy." Most people could name five Britney songs off the top of their head. She collaborates with producers and songwriters who team up with her talents to create the newest, catchiest sound.

3. She is well-rounded
OK,maybe people don't know this about Britney, but she does more than break it down for sold-out crowds. She has co-written some of her songs. Though it doesn't seem like a big deal, a lot of pop stars don't do this. She also plays piano (she created the tune for "Everytime"), and keep in mind, she did begin as an actress in Disney's Mickey Mouse Club.

4. She's got a rockin' bod
When we look at magazines or blogs today, we see anorexia, bulimia, and drug-infused weight loss all over. What happened to good old-fashioned normal people? Britney's got a fit body. She has the body of an active mother, and it's refreshing to see this quality in a woman.

5. She hit rock bottom
She went straight-up crazy, had a failed marriage, then lost her kids and basically her career. From there, she sought out the help she needed and is now moving forward in a positive direction. Her sons are on tour with her and she is picking up the pieces of living in the spotlight that shattered her mentally, physically and emotionally.

Source: Royal Purple News

What Britney Wants At London Hotel

The following italicized article is from www.cbsnews.com:

Everyone in London is excited about Britney Spears' arrival next month for an eight-show stay at the O2 arena.

The Circus, Spears’ first arena tour in five years, began March 3 in New Orleans and wound up its U.S. and Canada dates April 29 in Chicago. The star will take a short break before taking the tour to London.

According to Billboard magazine, the tour is the second most profitable, grossing $4,062,953. Elton John’s run at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas is number one. And when the pop tart does check in to the Dorchester Hotel, a favorite of Elizabeth Taylor's, she's voiced a few requests for things she'd like upon check-in.

Here are some of the demands from Spears' rider, courtesy of an employee on the hotel circuit.

*A room that has "never" been smoked in at all.
*Humidifiers in all areas.
*A selection of the latest magazines.
*A fresh selection of flowers that she will then arrange herself.
*DVDs of her favorite Marilyn Monroe movies.
*Books. Ideally, topical chick lit novels.
*Lighting must be 100 watt bulbs - no low lighting.
*Running routes for nearby Hyde Park. Also, horse-riding opportunities.
*A list of different routes to the venue from the hotel to keep the paparazzi at bay.

The singer will be bringing her own pillow supply. It's nothing to do with the hotel, her staff says, it just a comfort thing.

Also, security will sleep outside her room.

Spears will check in under various names. So far one been Sugar Kane, a reference to favorite Monroe movie "Some Like it Hot."

She has also requested tickets for various West End shows, including the Michael Jackson musical "Thriller," but it's unclear if the seats are for her or the dancers.

Also, she's more than keen to take in a "private " visit to Kensington Palace - the former home of one of her icons, the late Princess Diana. My source reveals, "She travels with a picture of Diana and Marilyn at all times and thinks they are great, powerful women."

Finally, the singer won't relocate for her subsequent shows in Manchester. Spears will still be staying at the Dorchester and travel by plane to the concerts.

Source: CBS News