Britney Spears caught attention on social media after sharing a post about Justin Bieber and his young son. The singer reposted a photo of the pair and added a caption that reflected both her admiration for the image and her response to critics.
Here’s what we know about her message, the picture she highlighted, and the context surrounding it.
Britney Spears posts Justin Bieber and his son’s photo with a quote
Britney Spears publicly defended Justin Bieber after he faced criticism for his Swag II promotional photos featuring his son.
On Tuesday, Sept. 9, Spears reposted one of Bieber’s black-and-white shots holding Jack Blues Bieber, writing, “Shame on those who judged my home in my pajamas !!! I’m in love with this picture !!! So so beautiful !!!@ lilbieber.” Her post came in response to online reactions surrounding Bieber’s use of family images to promote his new album.
The Swag II photos, released Friday, Sept. 5, show Bieber, 31, shirtless in jeans layered over sweatpants as he holds Jack, 1, with the toddler’s back turned to the camera. Jack is Bieber’s son with wife Hailey Bieber. Spears’ comments drew parallels to her own experience with public judgment.
Bieber frequently shares glimpses of his son while keeping his face hidden. On Monday, Sept. 8, he posted photos of himself and Jack kayaking, both facing the water. Bieber wore a red beanie, a sweatshirt, and sweatpants, while Jack sat on his lap. He also uploaded selfies in the same outfit.
Spears’ supportive message followed her own reflection on family challenges. On Aug. 24, she wrote in a since-deleted Instagram caption, “We’re just people so fragile and human the hardest years of my life were my two sons gone for those 3 years … I was cut off from calling or texting and I remember in shock my secret to survival was denial and a lot of tears…”
Spears, 43, shares sons Sean Preston and Jayden James with ex-husband Kevin Federline.
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