It's Britney Spears' 30th birthday! So many happy returns Brit!
2011 has been a successful year for the star, who returned with a new album, a new world tour, and a fresh batch of headlines.
As we take a look back over her turbulent 30 years, we recall the ups and downs that include her early years, her rise to fame with '...Baby One More Time', her personal struggles (including that VMA performance), her high-profile relationships with Justin Timberlake and Kevin Federline, and her return to form in recent years.
There have been highs...
... and there have been lows...
... But we will always have a soft spot for Britney Spears. Take a look through our ultimate gallery below.
Happy Birthday Britney Spears!
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