Kevin Federline, the ex-husband of pop star Britney Spears, has made serious allegations regarding her conduct while breastfeeding their two sons. In his memoir, You Thought You Knew, Federline claims that Spears used cocaine during a party for his album release in 2006. This revelation has sparked renewed interest in their tumultuous relationship and the circumstances surrounding their eventual divorce.
The incident reportedly occurred at the Playing With Fire album release party, where Federline states he was surprised to find Spears in attendance despite her earlier indication that she would be home with their children, Sean Preston, aged one year, and Jayden, just one month old at the time. According to an excerpt published by Us Weekly, Federline recalls having mixed feelings upon seeing Spears and his father-in-law, Jamie Spears, at the event. He described Jamie’s expression as one of disapproval and apprehension, signaling that her presence was concerning.
Federline alleges that when he entered the dressing room, he witnessed Spears and a young actress “snorting a fat line of coke off the table.” He characterized the scene as surreal, with Spears wearing an electric blue wig. The identity of the other woman has not been disclosed in the memoir, but Federline describes her as an actress on the brink of significant career success.
The atmosphere was tense, and Federline expresses regret about the situation. He confronted Spears, urging her not to breastfeed their sons following her alleged drug use. He stated, “Please don’t go home and breastfeed the kids like this. Call your mum or someone. We need to get formula. You can’t do this.” According to the National Library of Medicine, a breastfeeding abstinence period of 24 hours is recommended for women using cocaine occasionally.
In the aftermath of the party, tensions escalated. Federline recalls that Spears reacted by throwing a drink in his face, a moment he identifies as the turning point in their marriage. He reflects that this incident, coupled with the pressure surrounding their parenting, ultimately led to the dissolution of their marriage. Just days after his lawyer sent a letter requesting that Spears cease breastfeeding, she filed for divorce in November 2006, finalizing the process by July 2007.
The allegations have prompted a response from Spears’ representatives, who have not yet commented specifically on the cocaine claims. However, a spokesperson criticized the memoir’s sensational claims, stating that Federline and others are profiting from Spears’ struggles. The spokesperson remarked, “Sadly, it comes after child support has ended with Kevin.”
In a response shared on social media, Spears expressed her distress regarding the claims made in You Thought You Knew. She described the ongoing “gaslighting” from her ex-husband as “extremely hurtful and exhausting.” The memoir is scheduled for release on October 21, and it is expected to unveil more details about their high-profile relationship.
As the story develops, both Federline’s claims and Spears’ responses highlight the complexities of their past and the ongoing challenges they face as co-parents in the public eye.
