Britney Spears confirms she’s ‘purposely taking a break’ from social media amid Sam Asghari engagement
BRITNEY Spears had fans “worried” after the singer decided to delete her Instagram account on Tuesday without any notice.
The 39-year-old had been extra active on the social media platform lately after announcing her engagement to longtime boyfriend Sam Asghari amid her conservatorship battle.
When going to the mother-of-two’s account, an error message appears, explaining: “Sorry, this page isn't available.”
After fans noticed Britney’s Instagram appeared to be deleted, they quickly took to Twitter to express their concern and fear for her.
The pop star jumped back on social media, this time on Twitter, to ease their worries by confirming she deactivated the page herself and that she needed a little hiatus.
"Don’t worry folks … just taking a little break from social media to celebrate my engagement 💍😉 !!!! I’ll be back soon 💋🌹✨," Brit wrote.
IN A GREAT PLACE
A source also had added to Page Six that fans shouldn’t be concerned because Britney deleted her Instagram to send a “powerful” message.
The insider added: “She’s happy and in a great place, and silence can be a powerful thing and a powerful message.”
“This was her decision.”
Britney decided to take a social media hiatus “in light of the successful path that she’s been on and continues to be on [following] the news of [her engagement].”
The singer’s attorney, Mathew Rosengart, also confirmed to the outlet that it was her decision to quit Instagram.
Prior to Britney confirming the news, fans shared their concern online, with one writing: “Britney’s account has been deleted, i am very worried, hope nothing bad is happening."
Another tweeted about it being taken down, saying: “why is britney's instagram account gone im actually worried now... and yes it is real i just checked for myself”
A third virtually screamed: “WTF HAS HAPPENED TO BRITNEY’S INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT”
Fans were extra worried as they were unsure whether or not Britney deleted the page herself or if someone else made it disappear, after weeks of bikini videos, topless and thong shots, and captions about #FreeBritney.
One positive fan shared: “Call me crazy but I'm hoping Britney deleted her Instagram herself to start over, but that's probably not the case #FreeBritney.”
A second noted: “Her Insta has been a way to let fans know she’s okay so this could be a red flag. Her last post was her thanking the #FreeBritney movement.”
SHE SAID YES!
She and Sam had just announced their engagement news on social media over the weekend with an adorable video and sweet photos.
The pop star winked at the camera, kissed Sam, and covered her mouth while showing off her engagement ring in the cute clip.
Sam's manager Brandon Cohen shared the news in an additional statement, saying he was "proud to celebrate and confirm the engagement," according to People.
"The couple made their long-standing relationship official today and are deeply touched by the support, dedication, and love expressed to them.
Brandon concluded that Sam "couldn't be happier to be involved and make this one-of-a-kind ring."
Britney's ring was designed by Forever Diamond of New York jeweler Roman Malayev.
FREEDOM IN SIGHT
Britney recently won a major victory in her conservatorship war with Jamie Spears, 69, so she could get married after years of allegedly being banned from doing so.
Her father officially filed to step down as her conservator after about 13 years of having control over her estate and personal matters.
The Toxic singer jokingly trashed Sam, 27, for trying her patience while praising their love on Instagram.
She shared a sexy snapshot of her hunky fiancé as he posed shirtless and showed off his ripped muscles for Men's Health magazine.
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Britney cheekily pointed to the photo and gushed that the "beautiful f**king man in that picture is MINE!"
After five years of dating, the Crossroads actress mentioned that their engagement "was way overdue" but "definitely worth the wait."
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