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"Britney Unzipped," was the headline that Dateline NBC used for its special tonight on reigning Pop Princess Britney Spears. (Jenny/Doris - I tried calling you guys to tell you it was on but your phone was off!) Anyway... Dateline tried explaining why Britney's act has gotten racier and well, less guarded (in every sense of the word) in recent years. The conclusion was that Britney is all style and no substance... unless it was substance abuse as evidenced by her nights of reported "heavy drinking". The show aired interviews with stylists who traced the shedding of her clothes, ex-MMC (Mickey Mouse Club) members who recounted Britney's "surprising" rise to fame (those jealous Mousketeers!) and clips of interviews with Britney herself, appearing to grow more and more detached from who she really is.

Now here's the thing. And don't laugh. The other night, I.. sorta had this dream that Britney Spears committed suicide. It's ridiculous right? Or is it?... (insert narrow-eyed pensive look followed by rubbing of chin in thought here) It's like what happened with Whitney Houston. The whole element of fame affects someone until they no longer know who they are and what they are trying to represent. I feel like Britney has nowhere left to go - but down perhaps? She looks confused and tired of being the "siren." Recent interviews have shown Britney acting edgier and more impatient and she recently cancelled a European promo tour citing "the flu" although sources say it's due to a physical and emotional breakdown. Now where have we heard that before? A little Mariah rehash maybe?

Okay, it's pretty stupid that I spend time NOT doing my stats assignment and dreaming up suicidal visions of Britney Spears, BUT watching the special just re-cemented what I had already been thinking of - Britney Spears could be such a classy and talented performer. She's not the best singer or dancer, but she has star quality. If only she'd put her star power to good use and channel something positive as opposed to looking for another way to appear on page six.

I've been reminded by someone in recent days about my fondness for all things Britney. I thought I grew out of my "phase" (which culminated in the throwing away of a Britney poster... and calendar... and magazine) but I guess I'm just a sucker for these sorts of things... It'd be slightly less embarrassing to admit, however, if Britney could tone down the "bone" and get back "In the Zone." Nov. 17th. Buy it. =p
posted by Tim at 9:06 PM