Britney Spears’ family is reportedly terrified after a video emerged showing her driving erratically, raising alarms about her mental state and prompting urgent crisis discussions among her relatives. The incident has sparked fears of a potential relapse into behaviors reminiscent of her 2007 breakdown, with some family members even considering the controversial step of reinstating a conservatorship.
The video, obtained by Page Six, captures Spears leaving the Red-O restaurant in Thousand Oaks, California, last Wednesday. Despite apparent efforts by others to劝阻 her, she got behind the wheel of her black BMW convertible. Footage shows her making a screeching U-turn and swerving dangerously across traffic lanes, at one point wandering into a bike lane and crossing the center divider. The erratic driving occurred during a night out with a female friend, whom she was seen holding hands with before departing.
Upon seeing the footage, Spears’ family expressed extreme concern, with sources describing them as “terrified” that she is “losing control.” This behavior has drawn direct comparisons to her 2007 public breakdown, when she infamously shaved her head and lost custody of her two sons with ex-husband Kevin Federline. The family’s fears are compounded by the belief that she is making “bad choices” that could endanger her safety and well-being.
In response, the family has engaged in crisis talks to determine how best to intervene. Some insiders have suggested that Spears should be placed back into a conservatorship, a legal arrangement that previously controlled her life and finances for 13 years. However, this idea is highly contentious, as her conservatorship ended in 2021 amid widespread public outcry and the #FreeBritney movement, which advocated for her autonomy.
The potential reinstatement of a conservatorship faces significant hurdles, including concerns about backlash. A source noted that when her father, Jamie Spears, previously stepped in to protect her, he became “public enemy number one” and was accused of financial motives. The family is now grappling with how to help without repeating past mistakes, weighing the need for protection against respecting her hard-won freedom.
The driving incident occurs against a backdrop of personal turmoil for Spears, largely fueled by Federline’s recent memoir, “You Thought You Knew.” In the book, he makes serious allegations, including claims that she used cocaine while breastfeeding their sons and expressed wishes for their death. These accusations have intensified public scrutiny and added stress to Spears’ life, potentially contributing to her erratic behavior.
Spears has vehemently denied the allegations, with her spokesperson stating that Federline is “profiting off her” now that child support payments have ended. In an Instagram post, she claimed to have suffered “brain damage” from past control and accused Federline of “gaslighting” and telling “white lies.” She emphasized that she has moved on from that “troubling time” and is focused on her children’s well-being.
The situation highlights the ongoing challenges Spears faces in navigating life post-conservatorship, balancing personal struggles with the pressures of fame. Her family’s dilemma reflects broader issues in mental health care, where intervention must balance safety with autonomy. As discussions continue, the outcome could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled, with the public and media closely watching for developments.