Universal Pictures has acquired the rights to Britney Spears’ popular memoir, “The Woman in Me,” with director Jon M. Chu and producer Marc Platt set to bring the story to the big screen.
Spears took to social media to tease the project, expressing her excitement to work with Platt, who she credits with making some of her favorite movies. The Grammy-winning singer urged fans to stay tuned for more updates on the upcoming film.
The memoir, released last October, has been a bestseller, selling over 2.5 million copies in the United States alone. In the book, Spears opens up about her rise to fame from her days on the “Mickey Mouse Club” to her highly publicized conservatorship battle. She delves into her relationships with ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake and her family, shedding light on the challenges she faced in the spotlight.
Spears shared that she poured her heart and soul into writing the memoir and expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of her fans around the world.
Universal has a track record of successful musical biopics, with hits like “Straight Outta Compton” and “8 Mile” under its belt. The studio is currently working on projects centered around Snoop Dogg and Prince’s music, showcasing its commitment to bringing iconic stories to life on the big screen.
As for Spears, she has been relatively quiet since her conservatorship ended in 2021. While she has ruled out a return to the music industry, she has been keeping busy ghostwriting songs for other artists. Most recently, she made headlines for her involvement in Halsey’s new single, “Lucky,” where Spears gave her blessing for the use of her 2000 hit in the song.
Despite some initial confusion and a deleted social media post, Spears and Halsey have shown mutual respect and admiration for each other, with Halsey expressing her love and appreciation for the pop icon.
With Chu and Platt at the helm of the Britney Spears biopic, fans can expect a compelling and honest portrayal of the singer’s life story. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project as it develops.