Britney Spears and Sam Asghari in July 2019.Photo:Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic
Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic
Britney Spearsand Sam Asghari have gone their separate ways after 14 months of marriage, multiple sources confirm to PEOPLE.
A rep for Spears, 41, and a manager for Asghari, 29, have not responded to requests for comment.
TMZ wasfirst to reportthe news.
The couple — who met in 2016 on the set of Spears' “Slumber Party” music video set —married in June 2022.
The wedding was held in Los Angeles, and around60 guests were in attendance, includingDrew Barrymore,Madonna,Paris HiltonandSelena Gomez.
Britney Spears and Sam Asghari.Britney Spears/Instagram
Britney Spears/Instagram
In March, rumors began circulating that thecouple were having marital struggles— but Asghari’s rep shut the rumors down.
Addressing photos that showed Asghari and Spears without their wedding bands,Cohen told PEOPLEthat Asghari simply took off his ring because he was filming a movie. While it was unclear what movie Asghari was filming, heannounced in Novemberthat he landed a role in the Taylor Sheridan-created television series,Lioness.
Before they got married, Asghari played a role in supporting the pop star amid her mental health treatment in 2019.
After her father, Jamie Spears, became seriously ill when hiscolon spontaneously rupturedin November 2018, the singer revealed that she would be taking an indefinite break from preparing for her next Las Vegas show,Domination, to support her father.
During the tough time,Spears checked into a facilityfor “all-encompassing wellness treatment” in April 2019. That’s when Asghari stepped in to play a bigger role in supporting Spears as she dealt with her father’s health scare.
A Spears family source told PEOPLE, “There is no question that Sam is great for Britney. He has a very positive influence on her. He is very motivated to stay healthy and fit, and they often work out together.”
Britney Spears and Sam Asghari in July 2023.Britney Spears Instagram
Britney Spears Instagram
He also showed support for her amid her conservatorship battle.
“Sam has been Britney’s rock for years. He makes sure that she eats well and works out,” the source says about Spears' boyfriend at the time. “She leans on him for everything. He works and has his own life too, but is around as much as he can.”
The twowere engaged in September 2021, with Asghari proposing to Spears at their home.
“I have always wanted nothing but the best for my better half, and will continue to support her following her dreams and creating the future she wants and deserves,” he told PEOPLE exclusively then. “I am thankful for all of the love and support she is receiving from her fans all over the world, and I am looking forward to a normal, amazing future together.”
Britney Spears and Sam Asghari.Britney Spears Instagram
The exes also shared their fun times on social media. In December 2022, they celebrated Spears' birthday. Asgharisurprised Spears with cake, flowers and balloons.
“My husband surprised me ✨🎂🎈!!!” Spears wrote on Instagram. “I’m sick with the flu and he came downstairs … he was pretty f—ing smooth !!!! I love you 🥰😘 !!!! It’s Mr. and Mrs. Asghari 💍💍💍 !!!”
They often shared photos from outings likehiking outdoors. In May, the “Circus” singer shared a video on Instagram with Asghari where theypacked on the PDA.
“I feel so blessed to be with such an incredible husband who inspires me everyday 🥰 !!!” Spears wrote on Instagram, during which the “Gimme More” singer also expressed her love for flowers and news that she’s “redesigning her house.”
“Have a brilliant day my friends and godspeed ✨✨✨ !!!” she continued.
In July, the two were picturedwearing matching hats.
The separation comes as Spearsprepares for the release of her memoir,The Woman in Me, out Oct. 24.
source: people.com
