Sam Asghari Confirms Britney Spears Divorce on Instagram and Asks For Privacy

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Sam Asghari confirmed that he and Britney Spears are going their separate ways confirming the news in an Instagram Post.

Asghari noted, “After 6 years of love and commitment to each other my wife and I have decided to end our journey together. We will hold onto the love and respect we have for each other and I wish her the best always. S— happens. Asking for privacy seems ridiculous so I will just ask for everyone including media to be kind and thoughtful.”

Spears and Asghari tied the knot in a star studded wedding back in June of 2022. But new reports have come in claiming the couple is headed for divorce. Leading up to the big day, Spears and Asghari signed a prenuptial agreement that What’s Trending has been told was in the Grammy winner’s “favor.”

Singer Britney Spears attends the 2016 Billboard Music Awards at T-Mobile Arena on May 22, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
LAS VEGAS, NV – MAY 22: Singer Britney Spears attends the 2016 Billboard Music Awards at T-Mobile Arena on May 22, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Lester Cohen/BBMA2016/Getty Images for dcp)

The reports claim that Sam Asghari confronted the singer about a week ago claiming that she stepped out on him. Many are unsure if the rumor had any basis, however, TMZ was told from a source that Sam believe the statement told to him and the two had a major argument. 

The wedding was attended by numerous celebrities from different sectors of the entertainment industry. Given Spears’ high profile legal battle, fans of the star previously questioned Asghari’s motives for marriage.

Asghari frequently spoke to the press on Spears’ behalf, or about their relationship. This dynamic had some questioning whether the conservatorship had only been replaced with another form of legal control.

Singer Britney Spears performs onstage during 102.7 KIIS FM's Jingle Ball 2016 presented by Capital One at Staples Center on December 2, 2016 in Los Angeles, California.
LOS ANGELES, CA – DECEMBER 02: Singer Britney Spears performs onstage during 102.7 KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball 2016 presented by Capital One at Staples Center on December 2, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)

TMZ also went on to note that there has been “deep trouble” for the couple for months with Sam not sleeping at the house much. Reports have also come out claiming Britney has gotten physical in blowout fights that include frequent screaming matches. 

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Sources said that Sam moved out of their house and is now living at a place of his own. Later on the actor filed for divorce, The outlet noted that Asghari cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason to end the marriage. 

Britney Spears, Sam Asghari
BEVERLY HILLS, CA – APRIL 12: Honoree Britney Spears (L) and Sam Asghari attend the 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on April 12, 2018 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GLAAD)

Sam Asghari reportedly wants his popstar wife to pay him more than what their prenup provides in return for keeping her secrets following their split. 

According to Page Six, a source told the outlet that the actor is “attempting to negotiate concessions beyond his prenup and threatening to go public with extraordinarily embarrassing information about Britney unless he gets paid.”

Page Six reported that Britney has hired celebrity divorce attorney Laura Wasser, who boasts A-list clients like Kim Kardashian, Kevin Costner and Johnny Depp. 

Britney Spears (L) and Sam Asghari arrive at the premiere of Sony Pictures' "One Upon A Time...In Hollywood" at the Chinese Theatre on July 22, 2019 in Hollywood, California.
HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JULY 22: Britney Spears (L) and Sam Asghari arrive at the premiere of Sony Pictures’ “One Upon A Time…In Hollywood” at the Chinese Theatre on July 22, 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Some reports have come in that the cheating rumors are false and state that Britney is simply cleaning out house because she realizes that Sam Asghari does not really care for her anymore. 

Britney has since posted a photo of her on a horse with a cryptic message that confuses many. The star has not commented on the exact situations, but some are claiming this is her response. Many believe this is a photo Sam Asghari took on vacation as well. 

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