Britney Spears speaks out after request to end conservatorship: 'I apologize for pretending like I’ve been ok'

Blake Shelton, 44, just can’t believe Gwen Stefani, 51, is going to be his bride. “Blake has always been in disbelief that Gwen is with him,” a source tells HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY. “He’s always joked but also meant it that she is way out of his league and he can’t believe she’s chosen to be with him. They have a really health and happy relationship and truly love one another,” the insider added of the oh-so-in-love couple.

Britney Spears was so desperate to have her father Jamie Spears removed from her conservatorship, she called 911 to report herself as the victim of abuse, a new report claims. The “Toxic” hitmaker’s mom Lynne Spears opened up to journalists Ronan Farrow and Jia Tolentino in a report from The New Yorker about her ongoing legal battle. “I got mixed feelings about everything,” Lynne, 66, told the outlet. “I don’t know what to think … It’s a lot of pain, a lot of worry.”

BRITNEY Spears' father "taunted her as fat, a w***e and a terrible mother" shortly after her conservatorship first began, a friend has alleged. The pop star has claimed to be a victim of "abuse" due to the conservatorship and her father's hold on her life.

KIM Kardashian has continued playing tourist in Rome, this time posing for a photo shoot at the Spanish steps. Kim, 40, tried her hand at riding an electric scooter in a white leather, A-line mini skirt and scrunched white bra.

SHERIDAN Smith has “with great sadness” separated from fiancé Jamie Horn after three years together. It comes after the Bafta-winning star, 40, welcomed the birth of their first son Billy in May last year.

SOAP actress Jennifer Metcalfe jetted home from holiday alone after a huge bust-up with boyfriend Chris Eagles. The Hollyoaks star, 37, and the former Manchester United ace, 35, flew to Portugal last month when Covid restrictions lifted.

SHAKEN Simon Cowell called the police after “a suspicious character” seen loitering at his £10million mansion sparked another major security alert. The drama comes after the TV and music mogul, 61, spoke of living in “constant fear” that an intruder could harm his young son Eric.

HARRISON Ford has been spotted wearing a sling injuring his shoulder in a fight scene on the set of Indiana Jones 5. Pushing back filming by three months, the actor, who was badly injured last month, is currently of action while he recuperates from surgery.

Sheridan Smith and fiancé Jamie Horn have revealed they have split after three years of dating, releasing a joint statement. The couple, who share one-year-old son Billy, said in a statement to The Sun: ‘It is with great sadness that we have decided to have some time apart.‘We both remain completely committed to raising our beautiful boy Billy together. We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time.

Don't miss a thing by getting the day's biggest stories sent direct to your inbox

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!An investigation has been launched after an ex-principal allegedly ordered her secretary to take a snap of her bum on show at school. Gisselle Vasquez has sued both ex-principal Evelina Medina and the school she worked at in Yonkers, New York State, US.The 35-year-old single mum claims in her suit that Medina made her take racy photos of her as she flashed her thong in 2018.

England's 4-0 thrashing of Ukraine on Saturday night - and fans couldn't help but poke fun at Jose Mourinho on social media.Shaw played a key part in one of the best England performances at a major tournament in recent memory, which got off to a flyer when Harry Kane raced onto a pass from Raheem Sterling and slotted home after four minutes.Harry Maguire then doubled their lead by powering home a header from Shaw's terrific cross one minute into the second half.Four minutes later Kane added his second of the game with a header of his own from another pinpoint Shaw cross.And Jordan Henderson sealed the rout by coming off the bench and scoring the Three Lions' third header of the game before celebrating wildly.It was a superb performance from

Sheridan Smith,40, and fiancé Jamie Horn, 31, have ended their relationship.

Stacey Solomon admitted that she can't wait to go shopping and pick up lots of 'girly stuff' for her baby shower.

Actors Douglas Booth and Bel Powley have announced their engagement.

Scotland fans kept things light with humour after England won 4-0 over Ukraine - and one even joked 'too early to Crimea River?' As it became obvious that England, who Scotland drew with just a few weeks ago, were winning, Scots decided to take the news on our collective chins and have a laugh.

Lynne Spears spoke out about Britney Spears following her daughter’s shocking court testimony.

Reversing course. Phylicia Rashad apologized after her viral tweet about Bill Cosby caused controversy.

Harry Kane has hailed England reaching another semi-final - though has his eyes set on a bigger prize.Kane scored twice against Ukraine as England won 4-0 to progress to the last four of Euro 2020, where they will face Denmark on Wednesday.The Three Lions also reached the semis of the World Cup in 2018, before making it to the last four of the Nations League a year later.Gareth Southgate's side fell agonisingly short of reaching the final each time, but Kane, who hadn't scored before the knockout stages, is hopeful of going at least one better this time around.Speaking to the BBC, Kane said: “What a great performance in a big, big game.

Arsenal are ready to consider West Brom's Sam Johnstone if a deal for Aaron Ramsdale can't be struck.The Sheffield United goalkeeper is a top transfer target for the Gunners this summer.Mikel Arteta wants serious competition for German international Bernd Leno between the sticks as they still have not properly replaced Emiliano Martinez - and the 23-year-old fits the bill.But the Blades are under no pressure to sell and want in excess of £25million to part with Ramsdale, who has three years left on his current contract.The Yorkshire outfit's tough stance has left Arsenal chiefs weighing up other options.Johnstone, currently on England duty with Ramsdale, has been earmarked as a sensible potential alternative - especially with the Baggies

Manchester United fans have been left salivating after defender Luke Shaw put in a superb shift with two England stars in their romp against Ukraine.The Three Lions are into the Euro 2020 semi-finals after securing a 4-0 win at the Stadio Olimpico, Rome, with Denmark waiting at Wembley.Gareth Southgate’s side were in the lead after just four minutes thanks to the combination of Manchester City rival Raheem Sterling and transfer target Harry Kane.But it was all about headers in the second half, with two of them coming from assists by Shaw.The 25-year-old looped in a free kick from the left wing within seconds of the restart - and his cross to the back post fell straight onto Harry Maguire’s head for the second goal.While he picked up a flick