In her memoir titled "The Woman in Me," Britney Spears openly discussed her relationship with Justin Timberlake, providing new insights and personal details about their time together. Here's a summary of the highlights:
1. Early Days: Britney and Justin first met while both were cast members on "The Mickey Mouse Club." They later began dating during 'N Sync's tour in 1998 where Spears was an opening act.
2. Differences in Media Treatment: Spears remarked upon the distinct treatment she and Timberlake received from the media. She was frequently questioned about her appearance, while he seemed to receive more lenient treatment.
3. Infidelity: Britney confessed to a single instance of cheating with dancer Wade Robson. Meanwhile, she alleged multiple infidelities on Timberlake's part, noting his association with other women.
4. Pregnancy and Abortion: Spears revealed that she became pregnant with Timberlake's child during their relationship. They both chose to terminate the pregnancy, a decision that Spears reflected upon with mixed emotions.
5. Breakup: Timberlake ended their relationship via text. Spears recounted the heartbreak she felt, so profound that she struggled to communicate for months.
6. "Cry Me a River": Spears addressed Timberlake's hit single, suggesting that it portrayed her negatively, leading to public shaming. She was upset that Timberlake didn't acknowledge his own alleged infidelities.
7. 2007 VMAs: Spears remembered encountering Timberlake backstage at the MTV Video Music Awards. At the time, she was nervous about her performance, while he seemed confident and successful.
Throughout her account, Spears paints a picture of a passionate relationship marked by highs and lows. The memoir provides her perspective on events that captured significant public attention, and it is evident that the emotional aftermath of their relationship left a lasting impact on her. Timberlake, as of the time the information was provided, has not publicly responded to the contents of the memoir.