The Early Years of Control
In 2007, Britney Spears had an infamous and very public breakdown. Just a few months prior, she had filed for divorce from Kevin Federline, her husband of three years and the father of her two sons. Both parties filed for sole custody, and the situation quickly became tense. Britney’s behavior began to spiral out of control – she famously shaved her head in Sherman Oaks, lashed out at photographers, and lost custody of her children. She was eventually detained on a psychiatric hold, and it was clear that she was both physically and mentally exhausted, facing intense pressures from both fame and personal problems. The incident marked a turning point in her life and career, leading to subsequent difficulties that are still felt to this day.