Sam Asghari and Kevin Federline have both broken their silence on Britney Spears’ recent DUI arrest.
Asghari, 32, issued a statement Friday, two days after she was arrested in Ventura, California, after officers reported her black BMW 430i was driving erratically at a high speed.
“When it comes to people making mistakes, I understand,” the model began in his statement to Fox News, noting that his recent focus has been on global events such as the ongoing conflict in Iran.
“I think everyone deserves privacy. And I hope the press has learned from the past to give her the privacy she needs,” Asghari concluded.
Federline, Spears’ ex-husband and father of two of her children, also responded publicly via social media, insisting that Spears should be supported rather than condemned.
While he did not comment on the details of the arrest, he expressed hope that Spears would receive the help and guidance needed during this difficult time.
Spears and Asghari began dating in 2016, married in June 2022, and divorced in July 2023. Their divorce was finalized in May 2024 by the Superior Court of California, Los Angeles County. Meanwhile, Federline was married to Spears from 2004 to 2007 and shares two sons with her.
For those unfamiliar, Spears, 44, was arrested on May 4 on suspicion of driving under the influence of a combination of drugs and alcohol. She was released the next morning.
Highway Patrol Public Information Officer Ryan Ayers said the pop star showed signs of impairment. Although she has conducted field sobriety tests, chemical test results are still pending.
A spokesperson for Spears described the arrest as “an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable,” but stressed that she intends to comply with the law and take steps to safeguard her well-being.
The rep added that Spears’ children will spend time with her and that her loved ones are working on putting together a plan for her support.
