Britney Spears is free of the conservatorship that has ruled her life, career and finances for nearly 14 years. A Los Angeles judge terminated the court-ordered arrangement Friday at the request of the pop star and her legal team, ending her years-long battle. 

The ruling comes after Spears delivered a blistering statement about the conservatorship in court this June, calling it “abusive” and saying it left her feeling “bullied” and “alone.”

The hearing was the first since her father, Jamie Spears, was suspended from his role as a co-conservator. Spears did not respond to CBS News’ request for comment, though he has repeatedly denied allegations that he mishandled the conservatorship. 

Spears celebrated the ruling on Instagram with the hashtag #FreedBritney, calling it the “best day ever.” 

“I think I’m gonna cry the rest of the day,” the pop star wrote. 

Her attorney, Matthew Rosengart, also celebrated the decision. 

“Britney, as of today, is a free woman, and she’s an independent woman,” Rosengart told a cheering crowd after the decision. “And the rest, with her support system, will be up to Britney.” 

Sony Pictures' "Once Upon A Time...In Hollywood" Los Angeles Premiere - Arrivals
Britney Spears attends Sony Pictures’ “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood” Los Angeles Premiere on July 22, 2019 in Hollywood, California. 

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