Britney Spears deactivated her Instagram account on Sunday, November 2, following a series of emotionally charged posts and renewed public scrutiny tied to her ex-husband Kevin Federline’s memoir. The account’s disappearance came after weeks of concern from fans over cryptic captions, videos showing bruises, and reflections on her sons and past trauma.
The move coincides with the release of Federline’s book, 'You Thought You Knew,' which includes claims about Spears’ parenting and personal life. Spears responded on social media, accusing Federline of exploiting her pain and referencing her time in rehab during her conservatorship. A representative emphasized that Spears’ focus remains on her sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James.
For a variety of reasons, numerous big-name stars have chosen to step away from social media and the scrutiny that often accompanies it—whether for a single day or several years. Click through the following gallery to discover other A-listers who—like Britney—have deleted their social media accounts.