'This is rude': Internet divided as Britney Spears deletes IG after ex Sam Asghari 'name-drops' her to secure photo with Brad Pitt

Britney Spears sparked intrigue by deleting her Instagram account following an incident involving her ex-husband Sam Asghari, and actor Brad Pitt
PUBLISHED JAN 18, 2024
Britney Spears deletes her Instagram account and it might be because of Sam Asghari and Brad Pitt's photo (Getty Images)
Britney Spears deletes her Instagram account and it might be because of Sam Asghari and Brad Pitt's photo (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Britney Spears has deleted her Instagram account, and fans speculate that it might be linked to a recent incident involving her ex-husband, Sam Asghari, and actor Brad Pitt.

On January 12, Asghari posted a photo with Brad Pitt on Instagram, taken at an art exhibition. The caption humorously mentioned getting "a lot of great skin care tips" from Pitt. However, reports suggest that Asghari may have used his connection to Spears to facilitate the encounter.

Britney Spears deletes Instagram following Ex Sam Asghari's Brad Pitt photo incident

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 22: Britney Spears (L) and Sam Asghari arrive at the premiere of Sony P
According to an eyewitness, Asghari approached Pitt, mentioning that Britney Spears was a big fan and seeking a selfie with the Hollywood star (Getty Images)

Sam Asghari is still trying to get close to Hollywood's biggest stars through his ties to Britney Spears.

According to an eyewitness, Asghari approached Pitt, mentioning that Britney Spears was a big fan and seeking a selfie with the Hollywood star.

“Britney Spears’ ex Sam Asghari was also there and went up and asked for a selfie with Brad, mentioning how much the singer loved him,” the source told the outlet, as per The US Sun.

The incident occurred at a small gallery exhibition in Beverly Hills. While it's unclear if Pitt recognized Asghari, the latter's ties to Spears have recently been in the spotlight. Asghari has expressed interest in producing a screen adaptation of Britney Spears' memoir.

The circumstances surrounding the Instagram deletion remain unclear, and fans are left speculating about a potential connection between the incident with Pitt and Spears' departure from the social media platform.

Asghari and Spears ended their relationship in August 2023, and since then, Asghari has been navigating the public eye, occasionally drawing attention to his connection with the pop icon.

Internet reacts as Britney Spears deletes Instagram 

BEVERLY HILLS, CA - APRIL 12:  Honoree Britney Spears (L) and Sam Asghari attend the 29th Annual GLA
Sam Asghari, name-dropped Britney to get a photo with her favorite actor, Brad Pitt

The internet is buzzing with divided opinions as pop star Britney Spears deleted her Instagram account shortly after her ex-husband, Sam Asghari, name-dropped her to get a photo with her favorite actor, Brad Pitt.

Some users defended Asghari, suggesting he has been through enough having been married to Spears. The comment reads, "LMFAO...leave him alone, hasn't he been through enough having been married to that gross thing."

Others questioned his relevance, asking, "Did he? Cuz who tf is he? LMFAOOOOO where is he now? Don't give him the attention noooooowwwwwwww LOL." 

Fans of Britney Spears expressed disapproval, one user wrote, "This is rude because you know Britney loves Brad Pitt.” Another user wrote, "Trolling B again.”

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