In 2007, Britney Spears was going through a mental health crisis and in 2008 her father Jamie was given control of Britney’s person and estate because of it. Along with showing how fans of Britney Spears have been gathering to rally support for the pop star, even before the most recent hearing where Britney opens up for the first time about the harsh reality of being in the conservatorship and the toll it has taken on her. In a New York Times documentary series, Framing Britney Spears, available on FX and Hulu, the impact that the conservatorship has had on Britney Spears over the years is shown. Now friends, fellow celebrities and fans are all sharing their support for the singer as we all get a glimpse into how Britney feels in her conservatorship that began in 2008.
On Wednesday, June 23 Britney Spears shared for the first time what she has been going through and how her conservatorship under her father has given her no freedom or control over herself at a hearing. The hashtag #FreeBritney has been trending for months on and off, but recently it took off.
