Britney Back in Rehab

Britney SpearsTMZ has confirmed Britney Spears is back in rehab.

We're told the singer is hoping three times is a charm. The emergency custody hearing that Kevin Federline wanted has been cancelled because of the new development. There will be no custody hearing today.

Sources tell TMZ Federline is concerned for Spears' welfare and wants her to get the help she is now seeking. We're also told this will be Spears' last chance -- if she leaves rehab before getting full treatment, Federline will immediately go to court seeking orders allowing him unquestioned full custody of the children.

We're told Spears showed up at Federline's house to see the children last night and he wouldn't let her in.

Sources say the kids are now in the custody of Federline, and have been since last week.

Trashy Britney Gallery: Click to launch photosTMZ has just confirmed Spears' inpatient rehab program is supposed to last between 30 and 45 days.


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61. I bet that if they had an intervention before she went in yesterday. she was told that is she didn't stay, Federline would try for custody. She didn't think they would follow though - that it was an empty threat. She bailed on rehab, went banging on his door and he stuck to his guns. She FINALLY realized that they meant business and now she's back in rehab.

Posted at 12:06PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Merz

62. Honestly, I thought this was an old story about the last time she went in -- I didn't realize until seeing the Feb. 22 date ... Whitney Houston went through worse than this for years and at any point she was more in need of intervention than this overgrown Mouseketeer. The worst part is she has two kids to be responsible for -- having the wealth to have 24/7 care is no substitute for real nurturing.

Posted at 12:08PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by John

63. Hey, you idiots who say Kevin just wants the kids for the money, and he doesn't give a crap about his 2 other kids. You people are morons. His other 2 kids have a MOM who doesn't go out drinking, doing drugs and whoring it up. Good for him for stepping up and tossin' her ass out when she tried to see her kids.

It's about time he stepped up and did what a REAL man would do.

Posted at 12:08PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Laura

64. Grow Up Brit. You are a "celebrity" and you will alwys and forever be a subject of a photo expose by one or more of the "Paps". Just check yourself into a "Pap" free rehab center or at least grow a "spine" and be an adult. Us non'celebrities have to face reality every now and then and you are no different, so stop acting like you are. Get the help, help your kids and just "Grow Up"! We are here for you. Why do you not just reach out and say "Help".

Posted at 12:09PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Roadburn

65. Well I have to say that Kevin not letting Britney see her kids is an eye opener. Maybe she offered him more money or maybe when the kids were happy and felt safe they refused to go..who knows! It sad to say but the boys are better off with Kevin for now. He seems to be somewhat stable and more discret about himself now. All I have to say now is get the help you need Brit and get your boys back and Kevin if she doesn't finish rehab .... GET THE BOYS!!!!!

Posted at 12:10PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by d

66. Why can't the press just back off of her for a MINUTE!
jeez, who would not unravel being stalked by these PSYCHOS with cameras!

Posted at 12:12PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by scp

67. as much as i dont really care about whos doing what or whom, i do hope everyone is well, along with brittany. life sucks sometimes and you can get pulled in i just pray that her kids are being taken care of.

Posted at 12:12PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by madeleine

68. If she doesn't get her head out of her ass, she'll be dead by summer.

Posted at 12:12PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Rude

69. I tried to take the poll about who should have custody of Britney's children, but could not, because there was no third option, "none of the above."

Posted at 12:13PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Rhoda

70. Give Shar Britney's kids.

Posted at 12:13PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Leah

71. Anyone who say's Kevin Federline should get the kids should have there head checked. Brit is sick and needs help. Mother Brit Please help her and the kids. Don't Let that foolish man have the kids. He's just as f__cked up as Spears.

Posted at 12:14PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Jolie

72. #57, pot meet kettle, kettle meet pot. How do you know she's on drugs? Have they said that? NO. No one knows WHY she's in rehab, drugs? depression? WHO KNOWS. So smartass remarks, please, look at yourself.

I think people need to stop feeling sorry for her, the excuse that she's a poor little girl and everything is the media's fault is all BS. She needs to grow up and take responsibility for her actions. There are PLENTY of other young women in hollywood, her age, with kids, who seem to have a drama-free life!

Posted at 12:15PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by YK

73. You gave your all to make it to the top;
But now the paparazzi and prying eyes just won’t stop.
You’re a mother, a sister, a daughter, a friend…
Just because you’re a celebrity you’re basic rights to privacy shouldn’t end.

A gold digger husband, a childhood unlived,
And greedy ‘handlers’ repeatedly saying yes,
No wonder such a beautiful fairy tale became such a mess.

Reclaim that inner beauty
Fight for it. Scream for it. Take your life back.
Even though the paparazzi continues to attack.
Ignore ‘em. Don’t worry what the onlookers think.
F*#k ‘em all. You’re a southern girl
And honey, you know,
we’re all born with invisible balls.

Remember this, Brit, from one who understands…

Sunnier days are going to come,
Just you wait and see.
The next mountain you cross won’t be so steep;
The thorns won’t dig as deep
Look inside yourself to see God’s shining light within,
It will guide you down the path that’s right,
And the sun will shine again.

God bless you and Godspeed your recovery.

© rebeccakj










Posted at 12:15PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by rebeccakj

74. She doesn't want to be there, that's obvious, she is only doing it to keep her children, therefore I predict she won't take it seriously.

Posted at 12:15PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Anne

75. Hmmm.....If Kev can get her to stay in rehab, then maybe we were too quick to judge him.

Posted at 12:16PM on Feb 22nd 2007 by Eileen

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