December 3, 2024: Britney Spears has officially entered her 43rd year of life with a significant legal milestone. On December 2, 2024, the pop icon was legally declared single, marking the official end of her marriage to Sam Asghari.
This declaration came seven months after the couple reached a divorce settlement in May. Although the divorce itself had already been settled earlier in the year, the formal recognition of Britney’s single status occurred on her birthday.
The divorce process was described as uncontested, with both Britney and Sam—whose full name is Hesam Asghari—agreeing on the division of property and marital rights, including any support obligations. The final legal documents confirmed December 2 as the official date of their marriage dissolution.
Sam Asghari, who is 30, initially filed for divorce in August 2023, just over a year after marrying Britney, who is best known for her “Gimme More” hit. At the time, Sam expressed hope for kindness and respect from the media and public regarding the separation, adding that he wished Britney the best and that they would always maintain love and respect for each other.
In the aftermath of the split, Britney shared her feelings on Instagram, explaining her shock at the end of the relationship after six years together. While she didn’t delve into the specifics, she admitted that she could no longer endure the pain of the situation and emphasized her desire to stay strong. “I will be as strong as I can and do my best!!! And I’m actually doing pretty damn good!!!” she wrote, showing resilience in the face of heartbreak.
Despite the separation, there has been no sign of animosity between the former couple. Britney even referred to Sam as a “gift from God” in her October 2023 memoir, The Woman in Me, a sentiment that seemed to resonate with Sam. He later expressed that the comment made him smile.
Sam, who has been transitioning from a career in fitness to acting, has embraced his new phase in life. Reflecting on the changes, he has emphasized the importance of positivity and staying grounded, focusing on living with truth rather than the opinions of others. “It’s the bed that you make yourself, and you got to learn how to lay in it,” he said, acknowledging the personal growth that comes with life’s shifts.