Britney Spears Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Britney Spears’ Net Worth?

With a net worth of $40 million, Britney Spears is an American pop singer, actress, and entertainer who rose to prominence in mainstream pop music and culture following her 1999 hit “Baby One More Time” and the 2000 single “Oops! I Did It Again.” She is often recognized for revitalizing the teen pop genre during the late 1990s. To date, Britney has sold over 100 million records across the globe, making her the eighth top-selling female artist in the United States, according to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Currently, here are the top 10 best-selling female musicians of all time:

1. Madonna – 335 million
2. Celine Dion – 250 million
3. Whitney Houston – 200 million
4. Mariah Carey – 200 million
5. Barbra Streisand – 145 million
6. Rihanna – 120 million
7. Taylor Swift – 100 million
8. Britney Spears – 100 million
9. Pink – 90 million
10. Adele – 85 million

During the height of her career in the early 2000s, Britney earned recognition as one of the world’s highest-paid entertainers. In 2002, she generated an income of $40 million from tours and record sales. To date, her global tours have amassed $500 million in revenue. Between 2013 and 2017, Britney reportedly earned between $350 to $500 thousand nightly while performing at her Las Vegas residency.

As many are aware, Britney was under a conservatorship controlled by her father for over 13 years. This legal arrangement was established in 2008 following a series of personal controversies, several of which were highly public and humiliating. Her father would later testify that at the onset of the conservatorship, Britney’s net worth was nearly nonexistent and she was “nearly out of funds.” Despite its shortcomings, by the time the conservatorship concluded in August 2021, her fortune had reportedly bounced back to between $60 and $70 million, primarily due to her Las Vegas residency. A few months post-conservatorship, Britney secured a $15 million book deal.

Early Life And Rise

The Journey to Success

Starting her career in performance as a child, Britney Spears took on acting roles in both stage productions and television series. After auditioning for a revival of The Mickey Mouse Club and being deemed too young, she became a client of a New York City talent agency. Eventually, she secured a spot on The Mickey Mouse Club in December 1992. Her debut studio album, “Baby One More Time,” released in 1999, quickly became a sensation by debuting at the top spot on the U.S. Billboard 200. Within a month, the Recording Industry Association of America awarded the album with a double platinum certification. The single “Baby One More Time” made history by selling 500,000 copies on its first day, entering the Billboard Hot 100 at number one and becoming the fastest-selling single by a female artist.

Britney’s following albums delivered a series of iconic hits, including “Oops!… I Did It Again,” “I’m a Slave 4 U,” “Me Against the Music,” and “Piece of Me,” among others. She has also ventured into acting, securing a leading role in the 2002 movie Crossroads. In 2005, she appeared alongside then-husband Kevin Federline in the reality series Britney & Kevin: Chaotic. Furthermore, Spears has made various appearances on television shows and has designed a limited edition clothing line for Candies.

In 2012, she took on the role of a judge on The X-Factor, earning a stunning $15 million salary, which made her the highest-paid judge in the history of singing competition shows at that time.

Britney has released a total of nine albums: …Baby One More Time (1999), Oops!… I Did It Again (2000), Britney (2001), In the Zone (2003), Blackout (2007), Circus (2008), Femme Fatale (2011), Britney Jean (2013), and Glory (2016).

The Umbrella Incident and Mental Health Challenges

Looking back to late 2007, Britney faced significant struggles both personally and professionally. Constantly pursued by the paparazzi, she had been in the spotlight for over a decade. At just 26, she was balancing the responsibilities of being a young mother while embroiled in a turbulent custody battle with her ex-husband, Kevin Federline. A judge determined she was a “habitual, frequent, and continuous user of controlled substances and alcohol,” resulting in her losing custody of her sons. During this tumultuous period, she experienced a mental health crisis. Subsequently, she was placed under a conservatorship managed by her father, leading many to believe at the time that her career had come to a devastating end. Surprisingly, Britney made a triumphant return, emerging stronger than ever.

Las Vegas Residency

In 2013, Britney entered into a $30 million agreement for a residency show at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. The arrangement required her to perform 100 shows over a two-year period. She later extended her contract for the “Piece of Me” show to run until 2017. This four-year residency revitalized Britney’s career, financial status, and overall reputation. Throughout her time at Planet Hollywood, she staged 250 performances. On December 31, 2017, she closed the show with the final performance of Britney: Piece of Me, which reportedly grossed $1.172 million, setting a new record for a single show’s box office earnings in Las Vegas, surpassing the previous mark held by Jennifer Lopez.

Canceled Residency and Work Hiatus

On October 18, 2018, Britney announced her second Las Vegas residency show, Britney: Domination, slated to commence on February 13, 2019, at Park MGM’s Park Theatre. With earnings of $507,000 per performance, she was on track to become the highest-paid act on the Las Vegas Strip. However, she canceled the residency in early January 2019 after her father, Jamie Spears, suffered a life-threatening colon rupture. Her team subsequently informed the public that she would be taking an indefinite hiatus from work to prioritize family time.

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Conservatorship

Following a highly publicized breakdown in 2008, a court-ordered legal conservatorship was imposed on Britney. This meant that her finances were managed by her father, James. Under this arrangement, James had complete control over every dollar in Britney’s financial portfolio, which ranged from legal expenses to child support payments for Kevin Federline.

Documents released by the court in mid-2014 indicated that:

“Spears’s net worth was a little over $41 million, with nearly $7 million in cash and the remainder in real estate.“

In court filings, Britney’s father asserted that her net worth at the time he took control was only $3 million.

According to TMZ, the conservatorship had an estimated worth of $36.1 million in August 2013, which signifies a $5 million increase in one year. Furthermore, TMZ revealed that a significant collection of Britney’s other assets, which she owns or controls, was not included in the conservatorship’s value.

A 2020 estimate placed the total worth of Britney’s assets managed under the conservatorship at about $60 million.

At one point, Jamie Lynn Spears, Britney’s younger sister, attempted to gain control over the estate.

In 2021, the conservatorship came to an end after Britney publicly testified, alleging abuse by her management team and family.

Personal Life

From 1998 to 2002, Britney Spears was in a relationship with Justin Timberlake. In 2002, she had a short-lived romance with Fred Durst from Limp Bizkit. Later, in 2003, she was seen with Colin Farrell after attending a movie premiere together.

In January 2004, while out partying in Las Vegas with her childhood friend Jason Alexander, they impulsively decided to marry. However, just 55 hours later, they annulled the marriage.

On October 6, 2004, Britney surprised everyone again when she wed her backup dancer Kevin Federline. The couple welcomed two sons, Sean (born 2005) and Jayden (born 2006), but their marriage ended in divorce in 2007. She paid Federline $1 million at the time of their divorce and agreed to provide him with $20,000 per month in child support until their children are 18.

In 2007, Britney began a relationship with paparazzo Adnan Ghalib, which lasted until 2008.

Eventually, in 2009, she found a stable romance with her now-former manager, Jason Trawick, and they got engaged.

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In December 2011, Britney got engaged but ended the relationship in January 2013.

Following her split from Trawick, Britney began her romance with David Lucado. Their relationship ended after Spears discovered him cheating via a TMZ video.

Between 2014 and 2015, Spears was in a relationship with film producer Charlie Ebersol for eight months.

In 2016, while filming the “Slumber Party” music video, Britney met Sam Asghari, a much younger model. Born in 1994 in Tehran, Iran, he is 13 years junior to Britney. The couple tied the knot in 2022, but unfortunately, Sam filed for divorce on August 16, 2023.

Kevin Federline Spousal Support

When their divorce was finalized in 2007, custody of their two children, Sean Preston and Jayden James, was awarded to Federline, while Spears was mandated to pay him child support. Reports in 2018 indicated that Federline sought an increase in child support, which was later settled outside of court.

In that same year, it was revealed that Kevin’s support payments amounted to $60,000 monthly, with termination occurring once their children reached 18.

Sam Asghari Prenup And Support

Prior to their wedding, Britney ensured that Sam signed a solid prenuptial agreement. The prenup specified that Sam would receive “$1 million for every two years” of marriage. Following 14 months of marriage, Sam filed for divorce, which likely means he is not entitled to many benefits. If their marriage had lasted longer, his arrangement could have reached a cap of $10 million. Notably, the prenup also excluded Sam from any value associated with their shared home located in Thousand Oaks, California.

Real Estate

Throughout the years, Britney has owned several properties across the United States, mainly in the Los Angeles area. Below is a summary of her most significant real estate holdings:

Calabasas: In June 2022, Britney purchased a mansion in the Calabasas gated community of The Oaks for $11.8 million. The mansion spans 11,600 square feet and includes seven bedrooms and nine bathrooms. Upon entry, it boasts ceilings that reach 33 feet in height. Amenities include a 10-seat home theater, a private office, a game room, an 8-car garage, and more. The extensive outdoor space features a large pool accompanied by a Jacuzzi and water slide. The previous owner constructed the home in 2009, initially listing it for sale in 2012 at just under $10 million, then relisting in 2021 for $15.5 million. Ultimately, Britney acquired the property for $11.8 million in June 2022. This mansion is located just two doors down from a residence once owned by Khloe Kardashian and, prior to that, Justin Bieber.

For reasons unknown, Britney never officially took residence in this home and continued living in her property in Westlake Village. Approximately ten months after her purchase, she sold the Calabasas mansion for $10 million, incurring a nearly $2 million loss. Here is a video tour of her former Calabasas mansion:

Westlake Village: In 2012, Britney acquired a residence in the LA suburb of Westlake Village for $6.7 million. She subsequently sold this property in 2017 for $7 million.

Britney invested $7.5 million in 2015 for a 21-acre estate located in Westlake Village. This home resides in a community known as White Stallion Ranch, established by (and named after) Sylvester Stallone. The estate includes a 12,500-square-foot residence, a library, a game room, an infinity pool, a pool house, a tennis court, a three-hole golf course, and a wine cellar capable of holding 4,000 bottles. Presently, the value of this property is at least $10 million.

Hollywood Hills: When she was just 19, Britney purchased a home in Hollywood Hills in 2001 for an undisclosed sum. She sold this property in 2003 to actress Brittany Murphy. Sadly, Brittany Murphy was discovered deceased in this home in 2009.

Malibu: In 2004, Britney spent $6.3 million on a residence in Malibu, where she and Kevin Federline exchanged vows in October 2004. In January 2007, she listed this home for $13.5 million. Ultimately, she sold it in August 2007 for $10 million.

Beverly Hills: After separating from Federline in 2006, Britney paid $6.75 million for a property in Beverly Hills. In 2010, she put this home on the market at $5.5 million but faced a loss of $2.5 million, selling it for $4.2 million in 2012.

Kentwood, Louisiana: At the age of 18 in 1999, just as her career was burgeoning, Britney spent $29,362 on a 7.4-acre plot in her hometown of Kentwood, Louisiana. She then built a 6,500-square-foot mansion, which she named “Serenity.” Today, Britney’s mother resides there.

New York City: Britney purchased a condominium in Greenwich Village, NYC in 2000. In 2002, she bought the penthouse spanning 4 floors in the same building, with both purchase prices remaining undisclosed. In 2011, she sold the smaller unit for $1.5 million, while the penthouse was sold in 2006 for $4 million.