Britney Spears is currently under a conservatorship, which is a legal document that appoints a trustee to manage the singer’s finances and protect her personal welfare. The conservatorship was filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court on December 3, 2018.
According to court documents, Spears is “an immediate and continuing danger to herself and the public,” and requires “around-the-clock supervision.” It’s not clear what caused the concern, but it seems likely that it has something to do with her mental health.
Spears has been largely inactive since her last public performance in early 2017. She’s been mostly staying in her home and making occasional appearances at court hearings.