Britney Spears, known as the Princess of Pop, made a comeback to Las Vegas during the Christmas holiday season, five months after being assaulted by NBA player Victor Wembanyama’s security guard. Despite the incident, Spears seemed to have a busy agenda during her visit to Sin City, including attending a live performance show and exploring the luxurious Fontainebleau property. This article delves into the details of her trip and the contrasting accounts of the assault incident.
Sources reveal that Britney Spears, who is now 42 years old, stayed at the Resorts World and Aria hotels for a few nights leading up to Christmas. While it remains unclear if she spent the holiday there, she engaged in various activities during her stay in Las Vegas. The singer made an appearance at the Wynn to witness the new live performance show titled “Awakening.” Additionally, she enjoyed an exquisite meal at the Wynn’s award-winning restaurant, Lakeside. Spears also took a tour of the brand new and luxurious Fontainebleau property. TMZ reported that she made a brief stop at the property’s LIV nightclub and even its members-only club, Poodle Room. A video shared on social media captured Spears strolling in a sparkling pale blue mini-dress with her signature blond hair crimped, surrounded by her security guards, attempting to maintain some level of anonymity with sunglasses.
Britney Spears’ trip to Las Vegas coincided with the incident where she was backhanded by a security guard approximately five months prior. The assault occurred when Spears tried to greet NBA player Victor Wembanyama as he entered Catch, a popular celebrity hotspot located within the Aria Resort. Although Wembanyama appeared unfazed during the incident, he later spoke to reporters from ESPN to describe what transpired. According to him, there were already people calling out for his attention in the hall, and Spears attempted to interact with him. However, he claims that Spears grabbed him from behind, prompting the security guard to intervene and push her away. Interestingly, Wembanyama initially did not recognize that it was Britney Spears until hours later.
In response to Wembanyama’s account of the incident, Britney Spears took to social media to refute his claims. She mentioned that the environment was noisy, clarifying that she simply tapped the NBA player on the shoulder to gain his attention. The singer asserts that the security guard reacted by slapping her across the face, causing her glasses to fall to the ground. Refuting Wembanyama’s insinuation that she was aggressive, Spears emphasized that she often gets swarmed by fans but her security team has never resorted to violence. She used her platform to urge those in the public eye to lead by example, treating all people with respect. In a show of solidarity, she expressed support for victims of physical violence.
Britney Spears’ return to Las Vegas had both fans and the media talking. The Princess of Pop was once again in the spotlight, enjoying her time in Sin City despite the previous assault incident. With conflicting accounts from both Spears and Wembanyama, the incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by celebrities and the importance of treating others with respect. As Britney Spears continues to reclaim control of her life and career, this incident only highlights the need for accountability and empathy, not just within the entertainment industry but in society as a whole.