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Britney Spears splits from fiancé

International superstar Britney Spears has confirmed her split from fiancé Jason Trawick.

The high profile couple - who started dating in May 2010 - announced their engagement in December 2011.

After confirming her departure from the US X Factor yesterday, reports emerged that the pair had decided to part ways, with Spears and Trawick releasing a joint statement a few hours later.

Spears said: "Jason and I have decided to call off our engagement. I'll always adore him and we will remain great friends," with Trawick adding: "As this chapter ends for us a new one begins. I love and cherish her and her boys and we will be close forever."

Britntey's representative Jeff Raymond also confirmed the split: "Britney Spears and Jason Trawick have mutually agreed to end their one-year engagement. As two mature adults, they came to the difficult decision to go their separate ways while continuing to remain friends."

Spears suffered a famously public breakdown in 2008 and as a result is currently under court-ordered conservatorship.

Trawick has reportedly stepped down from the role of Spears' conservator, with the singer's father Jamie remaining in the position.

Spears has two sons - Preston and Jayden - with former husband Kevin Federline.

 

 

 

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