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How Britney Worked 'Your Mother'
March 24, 2008 11:18 PM
It was a Britney Spears we haven't seen in a long time. A Britney who reminded us of the sweet southern girl who came to Hollywood to make it big. A Britney who's been overshadowed by a club-hopping, kid-ditching, hysterically-crying alter ego. A Britney who ...
Fine, enough with the hyperbole. It was a Britney who remembered her lines, enunciated her words, and looked like she'd bathed and brushed her hair that morning. But considering the bulk of her performances in the past year and a half, her guest appearance as a secretary on Monday's "How I Met Your Mother" deserved a standing ovation.
The British accent recently adopted to address the paparazzi? Gone! The raggedy, dark hair extensions? Replaced by natural-looking blonde ones. The glazed-over eyes and aloof expression? Transformed into a bright, sunny disposition.
The guest spot was brokered earlier this month by her agent and producers of the CBS sitcom -- one source told TMZ.com that Britney's agent and father saw it as "a small legitimate project that will keep her busy doing something."
Her role was of little consequence to the plot -- she played Abby, a slightly inept dermatologist's secretary enamored with Ted (actor Josh Radnor). She flirted shamlessly from behind her desk, admired his moustache, and compared him to Tom Selleck.
But the gig was a huge boon to Britney's career. Her last TV appearance, flailing her limbs while attempting to lip synch "Gimme More" at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards, was widely regarded as a train wreck.
Her competent on-air skills could be a reflection of her off-camera life: after two stints in a psych ward and weeks of separation, she was finally, last month able to visit her sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James, currently in the custody of ex-husband Kevin Federline.
Talking to reporters last week after filming the episode, "How I Met Your Mother" co-star Alyson Hannigan said she hopes Britney's performance will make people remember that the pop star can do more than sell tabloids and cause traffic jams.
"I think it will remind people of how talented she is in comedy as well," Hannigan said. "She's just normal."
VOTE: Is Britney destined to be a sitcom star or a TV train wreck?
Sheila Marikar
March 24, 2008 | Permalink | Share | User Comments (36)
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Lucky me. I just found her on a celebrity and millionaire dating site CELEBCUPID.com. Her screenname is lovedream08 or something. Guess it might help you guys find her.
Posted by: EMMAING | Mar 25, 2008 3:32:50 AM
her part was useless...and she was a sad distraction with no talent...this will only be remembered as when the show "jumped the shark"
Posted by: bink | Mar 25, 2008 6:36:13 AM
her part was useless...and she was a sad distraction with no talent...this will only be remembered as when the show "jumped the shark"
Posted by: bink | Mar 25, 2008 6:36:20 AM
Its ironic!
She in "How I met your mother" when her kids can't even meet their yet because of her actions!
Is she winding us all up or what!
Go back to court and fight for your kids.
Get over yourself you waster!
Posted by: Sharon K | Mar 25, 2008 8:27:54 AM
Cmon, give her a break. I don't watch sitcoms because frankly they all suck, but if they said she looked sunny and bright, and was fully groomed, it's a STEP. She spiraled out of control and it takes time for people to get back on their feet, even celebrities. Sheesh. If it was your sister, you'd be happy she was at least trying for starters.
I gave up on thinking she was ever going to get through this and stopped caring months ago, but I'm happy to hear she is trying now.
Posted by: Beth | Mar 25, 2008 9:45:47 AM
I don't watch trash tv.
Posted by: Greg | Mar 25, 2008 10:45:21 AM
Why don't you take the a break, has anyone ever thought about the fact that Britney was being drugged and brainwashed. Has anyone pursued the reason she as a protection order on that guy(can't remember his name). Or the fact that now that someone who truely loves her is in charge of her life. And now she is normal? You people make me sick. Why not look at the big picture.
Posted by: cindy wagner | Mar 25, 2008 10:56:17 AM
The girl just can't get a break. I personally am happy for her. Might be a little step but at least she did look alert and sunny!
Posted by: susan | Mar 25, 2008 11:16:41 AM
Sheesh, I am glad she is making headway, it takes time to get back your kids. She is doing very positive things and seems to be finally and hopefully I say, back on track. You negative ridiculous people, SHUT IT, let it go and wish her good thoughts. She really does have talent, you choose to think the worst you dummies. I trully wish her a rebound and great positiveness in her life, she needed it. Her Dad is at least making up for not being there when she was younger and guiding her, he obviously is a good guy, with former issues as well.
Posted by: Wendy | Mar 25, 2008 11:19:19 AM
Sheesh, I am glad she is making headway, it takes time to get back your kids. She is doing very positive things and seems to be finally and hopefully I say, back on track. You negative ridiculous people, SHUT IT, let it go and wish her good thoughts. She really does have talent, you choose to think the worst you dummies. I trully wish her a rebound and great positiveness in her life, she needed it. Her Dad is at least making up for not being there when she was younger and guiding her, he obviously is a good guy, with former issues as well.
Posted by: Wendy | Mar 25, 2008 11:19:21 AM
Britney is living through her own personal purgatory. She may be on TV, but she was playing the fool in this role. She made her money by pushing the envelope. Now she wants her sanity back and she will have to push twice as hard to get back to normal. I don't envy Britney.
Posted by: Sean O'Brien | Mar 25, 2008 11:20:22 AM
I'm officially casting my vote for Jamie Spears as Father of the Year. I would have bet the train wreck couldn't be halted, but I am so glad to be wrong. Keep up the tough love, Jamie--you've saved your daughter's life!
Posted by: Kathleen | Mar 25, 2008 11:24:38 AM
She did a hell of a job last night oppose to what we are used to seeing. She role fit right in with the slapstick comedy. I've watched that show just once before and immediately turned it off but this time it was a good story line and it was good. She should be a regular.
Posted by: Erin Chenault | Mar 25, 2008 11:25:26 AM
Give the girl a break. I bet many of you negative people went to church on Sunday and are now bashing Britney. Where is the compassion? Stop being a bunch of hypocrites. I didn't see the show, but wish her well and hope this is the first step in her recovery.
Posted by: Donald Lee10 | Mar 25, 2008 11:26:29 AM
I am happy she is making some headway. Its a shame that so many people are so negative--what if this was your daughter, sister or mother --for goodness sake--if its not bad news then everyone is trying to make it bad news. She has had alot of very negative things happen to her--its time for the positive to surface in her life. Good luck Britney!!!
Posted by: silverlady | Mar 25, 2008 11:54:10 AM
Shame on those who continue to put Britney down! Where is our sense of compassion. If she were Jesus would we judge her the same way? I'm so tired of hearing how people put others down because of there troubles. What's this world coming to. OH YEAH I remember! Satan is in charge right?
Posted by: Shebrat | Mar 25, 2008 11:54:25 AM
Donald Lee. I went to church on Sunday, and I wish Britney nothing but the best. I want nothing more for her (and any other struggling person) to get their life back on track. Go Britney!
Posted by: ratbagsrevenge | Mar 25, 2008 12:02:56 PM
Did Jesus say those that live in glass houses should throw the first stone. Shame to the people that are so judmental to this girl trying so hard in life to make things good. Who else could live under such scrutiny as the stars do, and come out perfect with no mistakes in life. I know that I couldnt. Brittany good for you I wish you blessings in your TV sitcom. I thought you were excellent, keep it up !!
Posted by: La Simeoli | Mar 25, 2008 12:36:25 PM
Jesus WHAT?!! She IS NOT Jesus but a spoiled little fool who keeps making HER own mess so why should I feel anything but she's a complete jerk?!! If this were Jane q. Public SHE'D be sitting in a jail cell and none of you would be 'cheering her on' so spare me.
Posted by: holla | Mar 25, 2008 12:44:22 PM
Okay Holla. You put this young lady down, and we will keep cheering her on. Deal?
Posted by: ratbagsrevenge | Mar 25, 2008 12:46:27 PM
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