Britney Jean Spears is a beloved American pop icon who caught the attention of countless young girls and teenage boys in the 1990s and early 2000s before taking a hiatus in 2008.
Estimates show roughly 25% of Spears’ gross earnings going to her agents, lawyers, and managers, with another 40% going towards federal and state taxes.
In 2008, Spears was put into legal guardianship by her father after her mental health issues became known to the public. Her father, Jamie Spears, took control of her finances and performance schedule.