Tension and turmoil cast a shadow over the first wedding anniversary of pop icon Britney Spears and her husband, Sam Asghari, amid a growing backstage battle for dominance and shocking allegations of meth addiction, according to insiders.
Despite the fitness guru Asghari, 29, expressing his affection for his wife on Instagram, a source claims that he is subtly exerting control over the 41-year-old singer. Asghari, according to the insider, has been trying to control Spears' activities, from her social media usage to her social life.
However, the fiercely independent songstress, freed from her father Jamie's 13-year conservatorship in November 2021, is reportedly itching for freedom. This desire for independence is stirring up turmoil in the couple's marital life. The source divulges, “Britney is finding herself increasingly hemmed in, and there's mounting tension and frequent squabbles.”
“She yearns to be free and enjoy her life, including dancing wherever she pleases, not just her home,” the insider continued. “However, Sam has stepped into a guardian-like role, which she resents."
The source also revealed that Asghari is troubled about Spears' social outings, particularly following her recent solo trip to Hawaii. She was reportedly seen mingling with other men, conspicuously without her wedding ring.
The source said, “Sam does not envision a marriage where his spouse freely socializes without him.”
In the midst of these personal disputes, a damaging report has surfaced alleging that Spears' former husband, Kevin Federline, expressed concerns about her potential addiction to crystal meth. The allegations, which Federline has since denounced as untrue, have reportedly shaken Spears.
Moreover, Spears allegedly fears that her ex-husband may be conspiring with her father to sway Asghari's opinion of her. "Sam and Kevin have always had a contentious relationship, with Sam previously labeling Kevin a freeloader," revealed the insider. “But things had started to improve before this drug-related controversy."
Despite the looming storm, Asghari reportedly remains committed to the marriage. However, he desires a partnership of mutual respect and the ability to have a say in important matters, according to the insider. “Sam wants his authority acknowledged, rather than being overlooked and underappreciated,” the source concluded.
The National Enquirer reported on the sources' comments.