Britney Spears has reportedly shocked those closest to her by reuniting with Paul Soliz.
TMZ reports that the “Baby One More Time” singer’s recent actions have left her friends and family confused as she spent time with her on-again, off-again boyfriend earlier this week.
The couple had lunch in Malibu just weeks after Spears shared news of her split from Soliz on her Instagram account, declaring in a now-deleted post that she was “single.”
Anonymous insiders told TMZ that Spears’ inner circle is concerned about Soliz’s criminal record. The “Toxic” hitmaker’s brother, Bryan Spears, and others are also concerned about the idea that she appears to be giving him another chance despite realizing not long ago that he was just using her, according to sources.
Spears’ close friends only found out they were back together through paparazzi snaps, insiders added.
On July 7, Spears expressed her frustration with Soliz for allowing paparazzi to take photos of them together in her car in early April and announced that the relationship was over.
However, Spears surprised many and sparked rumors that they were rekindling their relationship when she was seen spending time with Soliz again shortly after.
Photos published by the Daily Mail show Spears and Soliz enjoying a meal at Soho House in Malibu on Tuesday, looking relaxed and happy together.
The pop star radiated positive energy, while Soliz was all smiles as she socialized with friends outside the event venue.
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They first met when Soliz was hired to work at Spears’ home while she was married to Sam Asghari. Over time, their professional relationship blossomed into something more.
But concerns immediately arose within Spears’ inner circle regarding Soliz’s intentions, with some suspicious ulterior motives.
An alleged altercation with Soliz — which resulted in a medical response — at the Chateau Marmont in May raised alarm bells about the mother of two’s mental state.
Dismissing the rumors, Spears has maintained her relationship with Soliz – who has been charged with multiple crimes, including illegal possession of a weapon – despite objections from her wary brother.
Soliz’s former partner Nicole Mancilla also expressed concerns about his reputation, alleging that he had neglected his parental responsibilities to a total of nine children.
“Just let them know that my husband is crazy about Britney Spears,” she told the Daily Mail.
“He got married, and now he’s disowning his children,” Mancilla alleged. “He’s neglecting his children for her. He’s not providing for any of them.”
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