Britney Spears Just Won't Go Away

[Nemeses]

Originally Posted by bbnbama

Its a police code for escaped lunatic...I remember that because 5150 was the name of a Van Halen album....

Ohhhh, so that explains it. And suits Britney to a 't'.

Thanks, bama!

[Google]

 

[canadian_angel]

Originally Posted by Margaritaville

It seems that Fox News is reporting that Spears will temporarily lose custody of her sons to her K-Fed. FOXNews.com - Sources: Britney Spears Will Temporarily Lose Custody of Her Children - Celebrity Gossip | Entertainment News | Arts And Entertainment

Depends where you look. People magazine is saying she isn't. Who really knows what the heck is going on. This is one big circus and all involved (professionally speaking) should be ashamed.

[razorbacker]

They are circling the wagons on Brit.

Variety.com - The Firm drops client Britney Spears

The Firm drops client Britney Spears
Management company cuts pop princess loose
By MICHAEL FLEMING

In the latest bit of fallout from her much-derided appearance on the MTV Video Music Awards, Britney Spears has been dropped as a client by management company The Firm. Spears had been signed recently by The Firm co-head Jeff Kwatinetz, who was planning to spearhead a comeback by the freefalling pop star.
"It saddens us to confirm media reports that we have terminated our professional relationship with Britney Spears," The Firm said in a statement. "We have represented Britney for the past month. We believe Britney is enormously talented, and has made a terrific record. But current circumstances have prevented us from properly doing our job. We wish Britney the best."
Earlier this year, Endeavor discharged Paris Hilton after she was jailed for a probation violation in June, following two years of repping the heiress.

[Broadway]

Originally Posted by Nemeses

Ohhhh, so that explains it. And suits Britney to a 't'.

Thanks, bama!

bama appears to be the person to go to for all things hip and trendy. She helped me out yesterday with a band in the Biggest Loser thread.

to bama!



I wonder just what it's going to take for Britney to realize that she can't make all of the decisions if she actually wants to salvage her career and her family.

[Bearcata]

Sorta reminds me of Elvis when he realized he was the talent and had all the power, he self destructed and nothing could stop him. I just hope poor Brit realizes what is happening before it is too late.

[Amy Lee]

I dont care for her but i hope she doesnt try and hurt herself. Then again, this is Britney and she probably thinks she walks on water.

[Margaritaville]

The judge has given a very long list of things for Britney to comply with -- although he is allowing the 50/50 custody to remain as such for now.

“Based on the evidence presented, the Court finds that there is a habitual, frequent, and continuous use of controlled substances by Petitioner [Spears],” will have to undergo testing for controlled substances and alcohol. The testing shall be conducted twice per week on random dates and times, and the results will be forwarded to the court.

In addition to drug testing, Britney and Kevin - who still maintain 50/50 custody of Tater Tot and Small Fry - will have to both adhere to a long list of court-ordered demands:

· Neither Brit nor K-fed can take Sean and Jayden out of state without the written consent of the other.

· The exes cannot make derogatory statements about each other.

· Both parents must complete the “Parenting Without Conflict” program.

· Each party is restrained from using corporal punishment with the children or allowing anyone else to.

· They are required to engage in joint co-parenting counseling.

· Neither party may consume alcohol or non-prescription controlled substances 12 hours prior to taking custody of the children.

· They must ensure that any prospective childcare professionals hold valid Red Cross infant CPR training.

While the responsibilities for Federline end there, Judge Gordon tacked on an extra list of tasks for Spears. In order to maintain the current shared custody agreement, the popstar must:

· Attend individual counseling at least once a week to address parenting issues.

· Meet with a parenting coach for a minimum of 8 hours a week, in at least two sessions a week. The coach is to observe her parenting skills and her interaction with her sons and provide Federline with a written progress report by October 22.

[Veruka]

Originally Posted by Margaritaville

The judge has given a very long list of things for Britney to comply with -- although he is allowing the 50/50 custody to remain as such for now.

“Based on the evidence presented, the Court finds that there is a habitual, frequent, and continuous use of controlled substances by Petitioner [Spears],” will have to undergo testing for controlled substances and alcohol. The testing shall be conducted twice per week on random dates and times, and the results will be forwarded to the court.

In addition to drug testing, Britney and Kevin - who still maintain 50/50 custody of Tater Tot and Small Fry - will have to both adhere to a long list of court-ordered demands:

· Neither Brit nor K-fed can take Sean and Jayden out of state without the written consent of the other.

· The exes cannot make derogatory statements about each other.

· Both parents must complete the “Parenting Without Conflict” program.

· Each party is restrained from using corporal punishment with the children or allowing anyone else to.

· They are required to engage in joint co-parenting counseling.

· Neither party may consume alcohol or non-prescription controlled substances 12 hours prior to taking custody of the children.

· They must ensure that any prospective childcare professionals hold valid Red Cross infant CPR training.

While the responsibilities for Federline end there, Judge Gordon tacked on an extra list of tasks for Spears. In order to maintain the current shared custody agreement, the popstar must:

· Attend individual counseling at least once a week to address parenting issues.

· Meet with a parenting coach for a minimum of 8 hours a week, in at least two sessions a week. The coach is to observe her parenting skills and her interaction with her sons and provide Federline with a written progress report by October 22.

I applaud this judge. It's easy from the outside to just say "take the kids away!" But it DOES make sense to exhaust every opportunity to allow the boys to grow up with their parents before throwing in the towel. He's taking measures to ensure the kid's safety, but not giving up without a fight. As long as the two of them are closely monitored and held to the orders, I think it's a good move.

[misskitty]

Is there anyone else out there who thinks maybe Britney is bi-polar and needs psychiatric medication?

All the rules from the Judge can't help her with something like that.

Just wondering.

[Nemeses]

Originally Posted by misskitty

All the rules from the Judge can't help her with something like that.

On the contrary, I think this judge is probably the best hope Britney has to get her life back together, even if it's only in a small way. Probably a warning call to Kevin, too, but this is going to be the line Britney has to either step over or not.