Sam Asghari is breaking his silence about his ex-wife’s recent comments on their marriage. People reports that the fitness trainer and actor has responded to Britney Spears’ claim that their 14-month union “felt like a fake distraction.”
The couple married in June 2022 after dating for several years.
Their relationship began when Asghari appeared in Spears’ “Slumber Party” music video in 2016. They separated 14 months after their wedding, with their divorce finalized in May 2024.
Asghari’s Response
The 30-year-old actor addressed Spears’ characterization of their marriage in an exclusive statement. He emphasized that he maintains respect for his former partner despite the public nature of her comments.
“I’ve always been supportive of her and will continue to be,” Asghari told the publication.
He didn’t directly dispute her claims but suggested that both parties experienced the relationship differently.
Spears’ Original Comments
The 42-year-old pop star made the “fake distraction” comment during a recent interview. She described feeling disconnected from the marriage and suggested it served as a diversion from other aspects of her life.
Spears has been increasingly vocal about her personal relationships since the end of her conservatorship in November 2021.
The timing of her comments coincides with her continued public statements about various relationships and experiences from recent years.
Marriage Timeline
The couple’s relationship timeline spans nearly eight years. They went public with their romance in early 2017, shortly after meeting on the music video set.
Asghari proposed in September 2021 with a custom diamond ring.
Their wedding took place at Spears’ Thousand Oaks home with approximately 60 guests in attendance. Notable attendees included Madonna, Paris Hilton, and Drew Barrymore.
The couple announced their separation in August 2023, citing irreconcilable differences. Neither party contested the divorce proceedings, which moved through the courts relatively quickly.
Current Status
Both Asghari and Spears have moved forward with their separate lives since the divorce finalization. Asghari continues his acting career and fitness business ventures.
He recently appeared in several film projects and maintains an active social media presence focused on his professional work.
Spears remains active on social media and continues working on various creative projects. She has not publicly responded to Asghari’s latest comments about their marriage.
The former couple did not have children together, which simplified their divorce proceedings.
