Madonna Reaches Out to Britney, Industry Worries

0:00It's April 9th, you're listening to Entertainment and Celebrity News today, AI-powered entertainment coverage. Madonna, the 67-year-old Park Queen, reached out to Britney Spears back in December and January, about teaming up on her new album maybe, writing together or hitting the studio. But the 44-year-old Britney turned her down flat. This comes after their big collab 23 years ago on Me Against The Music, plus that infamous kiss at the 2003 MTV VMAs. Madonna even showed up as one of the few guests at Britney's wedding in 2022 to Sam Asgari. Insiders say, Madonna sees Britney as a real talent and a good person, feeling a deep connection from sharing the wild ride of Megafame. She hopes this could pull Britney back into music after all her recent drama. Britney's been iffy about returning, though she scored a number three hit in the UK in 2022, dutying with Elton John on hold me, closer. Loved ones are freaking out over Britney's new circle since her 13-year conservatorship ended late 2021.

1:05They call it a shady crew, with criminal records, drug dealers, and folks just looking to cash in on her. Now Britney faces court on May 4th after a DUI arrest in Ventura County, California. She got released quick, but her team scared she's too deep. With these dangerous types, getting exploited left and right, Madonna's gesture highlights how the industry's watching clothes, hoping for a turnaround.