Britney Spears appears distressed on private jet amid new concerns

Pop icon Britney Spears appeared disheveled and visibly distressed during a private jet flight from Cabo San Lucas to Los Angeles, sparking renewed concern from those close to her.

A photo obtained by TMZ shows the singer on board the aircraft, with sunscreen or lotion smeared across her arm, speaking to a woman believed to be a flight attendant.

The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, May 23, 2025. Sources told TMZ that Britney began drinking before the flight and lit a cigarette while onboard, prompting intervention from flight attendants. She complied when asked to extinguish the cigarette but was described as “difficult” during the trip.

The photo, reportedly taken before takeoff, shows Britney in casual attire—tiny white shorts, a disheveled hat, and tangled hair—suggesting she may have boarded the flight directly from her beach resort.

Britney was flying on JSX, a private jet service, which declined to comment on the alleged events. When the flight landed at LAX, authorities issued a warning to the pop star, according to sources.

Concerns about Britney Spears’ mental health have persisted since her 13-year conservatorship ended in 2021. Those close to her suggest that ongoing emotional struggles remain part of her daily life. One insider claimed the judge’s decision to end the conservatorship ignored critical medical reports.

The incident underscores the continuing challenges Britney faces post-conservatorship and raises questions about the level of support surrounding her.