Britney Spears fans celebrate legal win
Britney Spears has achieved a partial victory in court: After 13 years, her father was removed as conservator with immediate effect. The celebrations among her fans were nothing short of enthusiastic.
Free at last!
For 13 years, Britney Spears lived under the conservatorship of her father, James Spears. With the court ruling, the singer has finally come closer to her goal of a free, self-determined life. The court has now appointed a new conservator, whom Spears has chosen herself. John Zabel is a Californian tax consultant who will also manage her assets for the time being.
An outcry of joy
Many Britney fans gathered in Los Angeles on the day of the court ruling to support the singer. For years, many of her supporters have been fighting for the removal of the conservatorship under the slogan #FreeBritney.
Marching for Britney
The day of the trial: The streets in downtown LA fill with fans, many of them carrying painted posters or personal greetings for Britney. The movement gained new momentum after The New York Times released the documentary "Framing Britney Spears" in spring 2021, bringing to light more details of her life under the conservatorship.
Supporting messages
Many small messages and wishes for the singer are written on a large cardboard. "We love you Britney, we won't stop!" She cried for a fortnight after seeing the documentary, the singer said. More and more celebrities also showed solidarity with her.
Joyful announcement
Then it finally happens, the moment many have been waiting for: Mathew Rosengart, Britney Spears' lawyer, announced the good news. Whether and when the conservatorship will be completely terminated, will probably be decided at the next scheduled court hearing in November.
Worldwide sympathy
It is not only in Los Angeles where fans have taken to the streets. In London, Britney supporters are also out and about to celebrate the court ruling. The outpouring of support shows Britney Spears has no shortage of true fans ready to back her up.