‘The Woman In Me’: Britney Spears talks about painful breakup with Justin Timberlake in memoir

Pop sensation Britney Spears opened up about her difficult breakup with Justin Timberlake in her recently released memoir, "The Woman In Me." The pair, who dated from 1999 to 2002, parted ways when Timberlake sent her a breakup text message during her work on the "Overprotected" remix video.

In her memoir, Spears described the immediate aftermath of the breakup as a dark period in her life. She barely left her home and was left feeling "devastated." She struggled to find her voice and often cried when asked about Timberlake. It seemed as if she was in a state of shock.

Spears recounted her emotional turmoil during the time Timberlake was working on his solo album, "Justified." She believed he used their relationship as inspiration for his music, making it uncomfortable for him to be around her while she still held deep affection for him.


Despite the pain and turmoil, Spears revealed that she continued to love Timberlake. She shared a poignant moment when Timberlake brought her a handwritten letter expressing his feelings and stating, "I can't breathe without you." She kept this letter under her bed, and it still holds a special place in her heart.

Spears also disclosed other aspects of their relationship, including the decision to have an abortion because Timberlake wasn't prepared for fatherhood. She admitted to cheating on him once after discovering his alleged affairs with other women. Despite these difficulties, Spears remained deeply attached to him.

FAQs

How did Britney Spears react to breakup with Justin Timberlake?
Britney Spears was devastated after breakup with Justin Timberlake, describing it as a time where she could barely speak for months and felt like she might have been in a state of clinical shock.

Did Britney Spears reveal any surprising details about her relationship with Justin Timberlake in her memoir?
Yes, in her memoir, Britney Spears disclosed personal struggles, including having an abortion while dating Timberlake and admitting to infidelity. Despite their challenges, she still had deep affection for him.