The 44-year-old singer is best known for hits including Toxic and Oops!… I Did It Again,

The singer said she coped through ‘denial and a lot of tears’.

Spears also revealed her older sister Britney had crawfish sent to her overnight in ice chests after she found fame as a popstar.

The Grammy-nominated producer and drummer worked on music for a host of global stars including Usher and Lady Gaga.

The Woman In Me has been released to critical acclaim.

Copies of The Woman In Me were handed out at a drag and burlesque-themed launch party at the Mrs Riot bar in Covent Garden.