Sam Asghari praises ex-wife Britney Spears as 'Princess of Pop'
Sam Asghari praises ex-wife Britney Spears as the "Princess of Pop" in an exclusive SiriusXM Page Six Radio interview, three years after filing for divorce in 2023. The 32-year-old Iranian-American model saluted Spears' career evolution and lasting influence, saying she created a pop blueprint no artist has matched since.
The remarks mark a notable public show of respect from Asghari, whose marriage to the 44-year-old singer ended after 14 months. Speaking with co-hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real, he framed Spears alongside Michael Jackson and Madonna as defining figures in pop music history.
Key Takeaways
- Asghari called Spears the "Princess of Pop" during an exclusive Page Six Radio interview on SiriusXM.
- He said he did not know her music before they met on the "Slumber Party" video set in 2016.
- Asghari praised Spears for evolving as an artist and creating a pop blueprint others cannot replicate.
- Despite their 2023 divorce, he said he has always been supportive of her career choices.
- The couple married in June 2022 after meeting, getting engaged in 2021, and weathering a pregnancy loss.
What Did Sam Asghari Say About Britney Spears?
During the SiriusXM interview, Asghari explained that he "didn't really know" Spears' music before meeting her in 2016. Once he understood why her songs resonated with fans, he placed her in a rare tier of pop royalty.
"The second that I realized what these songs meant, and why people resonated with [them] and why they were icons — like Michael Jackson, Madonna and her: the King of Pop, the Queen of Pop and the Princess of Pop — then I understood," he said, "and it made me appreciate the music even more."
Asghari also hailed Spears' ability to evolve over the years, calling her a one-of-a-kind icon. "[Spears] sort of created a blueprint that nobody after that has ever really accomplished," he told Page Six Radio. "We see some artists now that are trying to do it, but it's just not ever going to happen."
Why Does Asghari's Praise Matter Three Years After Divorce?
Asghari filed for divorce in 2023, citing irreconcilable differences. TMZ reported the split followed a heated argument after he allegedly confronted Spears over rumors of infidelity. Yet in this new interview, he emphasized ongoing support for her artistry.
"At the end of the day, the artist is supposed to express themselves in their own way," Asghari said. "I think once you're one of those people — you're titled [as] the Princess of Pop — you can say [anything] and it's gonna become iconic."
He added that he has "always been supportive" of everything Spears did and "everything that she wanted to do" in her career. For fans tracking the former couple, the tone contrasts with the turbulence that surrounded their breakup. More updates appear in our Celebrity Breaking News hub.
How Did Sam Asghari and Britney Spears' Relationship Unfold?
Asghari met Spears on the set of her "Slumber Party" music video in 2016. The pair went Instagram-official in 2017 and got engaged in September 2021. Spears, who shares sons Sean Preston, 20, and Jayden James, 19, with ex-husband Kevin Federline, announced in April 2022 that she and Asghari were expecting their first child together.
The following month, they shared that they had "lost" their "miracle baby." In June 2022, Spears and Asghari tied the knot at a star-studded Los Angeles wedding attended by Drew Barrymore, Paris Hilton, Madonna, and Selena Gomez.
After 14 months of marriage, Asghari filed for divorce. Spears' decades-long career remains central to her public identity. For background on her rise, see her Britney Spears biography on Wikipedia.
What Comes Next for Spears and Asghari?
Neither Asghari nor Spears addressed future contact or reconciliation in the Page Six Radio interview. Asghari focused on Spears' legacy as a performer rather than their personal history.
The interview suggests that, at least publicly, he still views her career with admiration rather than resentment. While their marriage ended three years ago, his latest comments reaffirm the respect he holds for the pop star he once called his wife.