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Britney Spears has officially concluded her divorce proceedings with her third husband, Hesam 'Sam' Asghari, following a nine-month period of legal separation and a brief 14-month marriage. The Grammy-winning singer, aged 42, and her 30-year-old former spouse, known for his role as a Special Ops: Lioness actor, are now awaiting final approval from the judge on the divorce paperwork, which has been filed by Britney's esteemed attorney, Laura Wasser, as reported by TMZ.
Sam and his legal representative, Neal Hirsh, opted not to contest the terms of the prenuptial agreement, safeguarding Britney's reputed $60 million fortune. Previously, it was reported that Spears had been covering Asghari's rent for his new residence, with plans to provide him with a significant financial settlement, although the specifics remain unclear.
Rumors swirled regarding infidelity on Britney's part, allegedly involving a member of her household staff at her $11.8 million Calabasas mansion. Additionally, Asghari was spotted with physical injuries, prompting accusations of domestic abuse. News of their divorce settlement emerges subsequent to Britney being obligated to cover her father Jamie Spears' $2 million legal expenses, in addition to the reported $4 million expenditure on her legal representation.
Despite the settlement, Britney did not receive any assets regarding her conservatorship with her father, exacerbating her financial situation. The legal process dictates that the former couple will be declared officially single on December 2, 2024, in adherence to California law, mandating a six-month waiting period.
Britney and Asghari tied the knot on June 9, 2022, only to separate on July 30, 2023, citing irreconcilable differences. Asghari initiated the divorce proceedings on August 16, 2023. The judge's endorsement arrives subsequent to the couple reaching an agreement on the terms of their split, upholding the conditions of their prenuptial arrangement, as per documents obtained by PEOPLE and initially reported by TMZ.
A source close to the situation affirmed that the divorce transpired amicably, with no contestation of the prenup, stating, "Britney is continuing to flex her freedom and is moving on." Addressing previous speculation, the insider clarified that Spears is not financially responsible for Asghari's current living arrangements.
Reflecting on their relationship, Asghari expressed gratitude for the time they shared and emphasized the importance of parting ways amicably, refraining from negative discourse about one another. He stated, "It was a blessing to be able to share life with someone for a long time... I never understood when people part ways [and] they talk badly about each other."
