Frank Skinner Interviews Britney Spears | The Frank Skinner Show | Avalon Comedy

A classic episode of The Frank Skinner Show, which originally aired on 26 January 2002 on ITV in the UK.
Britney auditions for Pop Idol before chatting to Frank about her music career, her faith and relationship with Justin Timberlake.
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[@LilyIglesias]

I've never seen any celebrity that was more charismatic than Britney. She's so sweet. She has this sweet, angelic aura that no one else has. No wonder why she shines a lot. Such an iconic Queen ❤️

[@tommygun5038]

She knows what's she's doing. She works it.

[@ciaransammon]

I met her in 2018. I love what you said because I’ve never met anyone like her. It’s exactly this aura. Like some energy flowing around her. I can’t even describe it. She was magnificent.

[@LilyIglesias]

@@ciaransammon omg you met her??? Omg what it was like? Tell me! 😱 Britney's hold on ppl are like no other, that's why ppl who met/know/used to know her have a hard time forgetting her. She has that sweet Disney's princesses aura ❤️

[@LilyIglesias]

@@tommygun5038 no, not at all. She's she is inherently kind. In some old interview, her mother said she has a sweet soul. And she was damn right.

[@ciaransammon]

@@LilyIglesias It was brief but she was very friendly and warm and kind. Just the loveliest person.

[@Giarc_h]

The world never deserved Britney. She's talented, down to earth, kind, funny...We won't ever see someone like her again. Protect her while she's here!!!

[@nolagirl2458]

Her family didn’t deserve her! I just finished her book they treated her like trash & then a checkbook 🥹

[@user-ey6ms6gb4f]

Totally agree. After reading her book i respect her more….. appreciate how strong she have been….

[@irishcountrygirl78]

Facts

[@destinycritcher3527]

Agree with both of y’all’s comments.. she’s such a inspiration and so strong and beautiful inside and out!! She was so ahead of her time! I’m also reading her book and her family literally disgust me!

[@startracker5895]

Her personality is like Princess Diana. Both sweet and charismatic. Probably both earth angels! 😍

[@omgselina]

totally agree - and the way they look up from their lashes or look shyly at whoever is interviewing them !!

[@MiletaKozlovskaja]

can you believe this was 20 years ago. 20 YEARS.

[@unknown-lf6zx]

It goes so fast! Do you know what year this was. Sweet girl…it’s sad what became of her. Hope she has protection and love

[@janamaecarreri6091]

For real! It feels like it was 5 years ago 😢

[@trainfire2008]

@@unknown-lf6zx2002….says so in the description

[@Kiiddy]

God she is gorgeous here. Like actually perfect.

[@Mikey-mb6lb]

She is the modern Marilyn Monroe!

[@tezflynn5354]

What a ignorance ❤Hope you wake your stuff up😂

[@tezflynn5354]

Please wake to upeo20 or 30 yer what a shame

[@noemistephanie93]

Agree

[@hakimbandaru1915]

You cannot compare Britney to Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn exuded such confidence and sensual energy that Britney (or any other female actress) cannot come close to.

[@quiquiqui]

She is so sweet and charming... she doesn't give you much in interviews, but always polite and such a class act

[@sailorvenus6505]

Sorry...what should she gives? In interviews I mean

[@mattybond]

She is legit like this. I worked with her in Australia for Crossroads release and she was getting us sound guys bottles of water

[@alannahfisherman1321]

That’s so cool! Was part of Crossroads filmed in Australia?

[@mattybond]

​@alannahfisherman1321 it was the movie press tour.

[@destinycritcher3527]

That’s such a cool fact! Thank you for that 😊😊 I’m a huge fan of her, have been since I was a child 😂

[@observer4497]

There are so many times when I see Britney looking so very much like Princess Diana.. Her eyes and her shy behavior are shining through .. True Living Legend and I pray that she stays above the sinister people around her.🙌🙏❤️

[@tagabulodchastityobedience7292]

She was soo beautiful, innocent and kind and the people she loved and trusted broken her 💔💔💔

[@agnessinyoutubeland]

She is shining like a star. She looks like an angel.

[@pepelarre5236]

Shes like a Angel, so nice, i cant believe that people Hurt her the way they did hate them

[@ajl2232]

They were jealous of her soul. They wish they could be her. That's why they went out to destroy her.

[@AK-de7jn]

I’ll always have a soft spot for Britney ❤️ can’t forget how she was and what we made her into and how she came back better than ever !

[@OfficialFingazMC]

She's so naturally flirty! I love her!

[@banana4833]

С такой внешностью грех не быть кокеткой

[@JR-Johnsson88]

God I love her natural singing voice in the end

[@kevinrestall4467]

I am so surprised at how charming and pleasant she is. She seems such a good sport and doesn't seem offended at anything and is just really sweet and humble. I like how she laughs frequently. She seems quite down to earth to me and very polite xxx

[@gabrielagil6727]

It hits differently this interview after what we know about the book twenty something years now … baby Brit ! May her beautiful soul heal ❤

[@ashlynsminkey3066]

I wish we had interviewers this interesting in the US! This guy is so charming and greet at making people feel comfortable!

[@libbyscrapper720]

Aww thanks! Frank is such a lovely guy and as a fellow Brit I really appreciate you commenting this!

[@creativechuckofficial]

just like graham Norton!@@libbyscrapper720

[@lunetabagumbayan1066]

The way she stares at you when her head is down but eyes looking up reminds me of Princess Diana's eyes. Same.

[@startracker5895]

Thought the same.

[@ROYinka]

I feel like he’s very respectful interviewer. Not creepy but not too serious either.

[@kathyborthwick6738]

Britney’s kindness and genuine character is amazing given what she has endured! 🦅💚🦅

[@rtdmna]

That was so beautiful to watch, she seemed to really enjoy herself, and the duet at the end was so lovely!

[@korger1481]

She has the most beautiful smile.

[@Astoldbysomeginger]

I did not intend to watch this whole interview but here I am still watching, lol. He did a great job! Wish more people could lead an interview like this nowadays

[@johnamarielegaspi8085]

What's in the book?

[@esterbengoa6077]

​@@johnamarielegaspi8085sadly, no.I bet she did many interviews to remember them all. The British interviews seem kindlier to her.

[@elvisleeboy]

Frank is a real person, so he is able to engage in a genuine way. He actually liked her and was genuinely interested in what she had to say, rather than just trying to get a big story.

[@noemistephanie93]

She was SO gorgeous and charming here 😩

[@GrilledChickenRamyun]

I miss Britney. I enjoy watching this as if shes still as normal and lively as the old days

[@ChunkyDunkification]

Have you read her book yet?

[@greezzlybaby]

She is still normal

[@alannahfisherman1321]

Her laughter is what I imagine the sound of angels sounds like. It’s so heavenly.

[@ChunkyDunkification]

This interview hits way different after the book. Love you, Britney. ♥️

[@melindamercier6811]

Meh, Frank was one of the sweet ones.

[@morgantylerv9406]

Britney should have Definitely also Won when she was on Star Search. Britney is the #1 Princess of Pop👸💞💕💕

[@morgantylerv9406]

I totally agree with you. She definitely should have won star search.

[@janamaecarreri6091]

Didn't she lose to some nerdy kid? I think I remember seeing the little boy she went up against.

[@mtb5778]

I enjoyed this interview. It surprises me how Frank Skinner could do such entertaining interviews. Britney is a nice, decent, honest person and it is a shame people took advantage of her and she suffered so much trauma. It is good to see she has turned her life around now and is enjoying her success. I hope she is not too scarred by the terrible treatment she received.

[@samohara-childs8463]

Strangely, and beautifully, the perfect match-up of guest and interviewer

[@marinadela1361]

The singing number at the end was so fun and her vocals sounded so good.

[@dan290571]

Don’t know how I ended up here but glad I did as it is such a lovely interview. I’ve always been a big fan of Frank Skinner and Britney seems so sweet and genuine. I know she’s had her problems but a persons character can have many layers particularly when they are subjected to some of the nastiness she was.

[@user-if5wu2bh6u]

В этой жизни не будет слишком хорошо и идеально. Она человеком родилась и остаётся человеком ты воопще должен радоваться таким какая она есть.

[@dazastir]

Just thinking this was just as she released Overprotected and they would have just split up - look at her face when JT is mentioned. Love Britney so much. What a superstar legend

[@justinneill5003]

Ahh, she’s awesome. Many have tried to follow in her footsteps since, but there was and is only one Britney Spears. She had a rough time later but thankfully she came through and I hope now we’ll see more of her in future, doing what she does best 👍👍👍

[@irishcountrygirl78]

She's definitely not well, they've broken our princess of pop, sadly.

[@mellio9077]

Brittany is so poised and sweet. She’s a remarkable person and an incredibly talented performing artist. we are in different generations so I never followed her musical career, but she really stands out as someone very special and lovely.

[@reshmapatel325]

Frank is so witty. I love British humour

[@creativechuckofficial]

same

[@lumenesque1]

Thank you for commending Britney for her unadulterated view on life. I believe, at heart, she really intended to be a certain way BUT then life happened. Most people feel this way. She really should be encouraged to address this part of being human -- we can really ALL relate.

[@lawlore]

This was such a weird fit at the time, and it's still weird to think this interview exists now- Britney Spears, legitimately the biggest pop star in the world at the time, and Frank Skinner, whose previous show had included Brian McFadden and Vinnie Jones.

[@theboyjames3065]

It's a brilliant interview! I think she really felt at ease. I vaguely remember him saying years later that she was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen.

[@brain8484]

@@theboyjames3065 well he is from Birmingham

[@sr2592]

To be fair, Vinnie Jones was quite famous at one time. And Westlife did sell a huge amount of records globally.

[@sueyorio424]

She is beautiful inside and out! Such a sweet person...❤

[@siracastori01]

He treated way way better than almost all the 'big names' who interviewed her at the time.

[@user-ey6ms6gb4f]

She is amazing!!!! So charismatic, a REAL STAR….

[@yuliakor567]

Бритни- эталон красоты..Удивительно, как в такой красивой и хрупкой девушке может сочетаться столько таланта, мужества и силы. Она действительно из тех людей,что делают эпоху.❤❤❤

[@kimberlys8422]

She's so beautiful and sweet; love her. Legend.

[@kerynmccoy2638]

Such a pure beautiful soul. Her mannerisms remind me of Lady Di

[@irishcountrygirl78]

YES

[@caramelbilquees]

Yes she very much reminds me of Princess Diana too... both seem shy, nervous, vulnerable, lonely, lacking in self confidence and kind of controlled both seem to have a hate relationship with the paparazzi too a dislike of being photographed and followed

[@evap.5121]

She's so much more interesting and charming then all American pop stars these days combined. I seriously see 0 narcissism in her

[@bernlin2000]

Good on the Brits to let Britney be genuinely funny...feel like the American press endlessly focused on her looks early on.

[@Adrian_Marmy]

I did not know she was so... likeable 😳

[@caryngillman2529]

She had it all, the 'IT' factor. She's been through so much and this interview hits harder, knowing what we now know (especially from her book). I truly hope she finds her peace. Forever an icon.

[@mariaa.932]

She is such a sweetheart 💕

[@ginavandel]

Perfect interview, making her laugh. Such a good presenter. She is a lovely girl❤

[@christinemurphy7204]

What a great interview. He’s great! Such a great interviewer (skinner) is and not weird at all. I live him

[@kiandrastewart2329]

I absolutely love her. Her voice is divine and iconic. 🩷

[@Joefest99]

What a great interview!

[@goldierocks9221]

This popped up and it's quite entertaining. Britney's a sweetheart. This guy is hysterical, first time I've seen his show.

[@morgantylerv9406]

Britney is gorgeous & kind. A combo that not alot of people in the business have.👸💞💞💞

[@johncasor9698]

she is the best in America and we love her so much...

[@thefurrybastard1964]

I am not surprised.

[@ajl2232]

In the world, maybe even in the universe.

[@irishcountrygirl78]

As you should ❤

[@kevinburke6055]

She is so gorgeous. GODDESS OF ALL GODDESSES

[@RobLewis3]

The difference between her singing voice and talking voice is striking. Love it

[@jibbyjabs]

She deserves a life of peace and kindness ❤

[@redshield2117]

she's so sweet and patient , very lovely girl

[@SaharaG3378]

RIP DARIUS!! LEGEND!!!

[@jamesw7970]

The highest quality I’ve seen of this! Thank you

[@nassercabelo3330]

How can people hurt and hate this Beautiful Angel 😢

[@1873cb]

I remember recording this on ITV when it was broadcast. Thanks for uploading it!

[@simonarcher1510]

It’s clear Britney has no idea what Frank actually meant by not having “pulled a diva” for some time.

[@kait7404]

@@simonarcher1510 I watched it but I’m asking you what he meant by it not where it is in the video

[@brain8484]

@@kait7404 it means hooked up with a little diva

[@Coplandcalm122]

Britney is a girls girl! She is sweet she is kind with the biggest heart. All of the trauma she has been through to still be sweet and caring shows her soul the halo around her.💖💖

[@wshah2929]

This might be one of the best interviews she has ever done. The host was so funny! But I have a question, in her book she writes that Justin sent her the break up text whilst she was on the set of the overprotected video (wiki says the song came out April 2002) But here, the host asks her about the overprotected single which has just come out, and then later asks her about JT and it appears they are still together, this show aired Jan 2002. So perhaps they split up shortly after this? The timeline is confusing.

[@totamilegend]

She did two different videos for ‘Overprotected’, the first came out in early 2001 and the second one (darkchild remix) was recorded and released in march.

[@melindamercier6811]

There were two versions, as the above comment stated. He broke up with her while she was on set of the Darkchild MV shortly after this interview.

[@jhunt808]

She giggles and moves her hair back when she gets nervous or uncomfortable. I bet she couldn't wait for this to be over

[@lueezec358]

I love watching her sing at the end 😊

[@marychocolatefairy]

Have to say, that was a very accurate impression of a bad Idol singer, especially the way she fades out while waiting for the judges to make any kind of reaction.

[@femaleprofessionaldriver7650]

This is so fun to watch how he makes her laugh and giggle! She is really still like a little girl…..giggle giggle.

[@bernlin2000]

Good thing the date was in the description...because Frank looks like he's aged about 2 years in 20 years lol

[@AndrewMarloweTV]

Very interesting to see how she was back then. Fast forwarding to the appearances she did after the conservatorship she was almost acting, like she was under so much pressure to please everyone. Sad what happened to her but she's hanging on and fighting the good fight

[@michaelkeates7838]

My favourite Britney interview

[@genavadetigre2570]

Britney Fanatic Forever ...

[@leonardsolidon8560]

"You're bad." -I felt that.

[@Nell01Buck]

You can tell she's southern ❤ her

[@swiminthesea6724]

This is great, he reminds me of my Grandad Batch (named because he eaten so many batches in one sitting) and Britney was my teen icon 💖 crazy combination of people 😆

[@jeffsiegwart]

This was a beautiful relaxed interview. I loved it.

[@CurtSeavers]

Will always love Britney :)

[@oliverrojas3185]

Great interview

[@jaydee1352]

Great watch. Franks on point here and even Britney keeps up, nice bit of history

[@ErinTurnerBlog]

I used to think it was kitty kitty, too! LOL.

[@oceanegele3559]

I like this setting; feels a little more respectful and formal. It doesn’t feel like they’re cynical and waiting to laugh at someone the way the late night American shows are.

[@visionvixxen]

He’s amazingly funny /fun interview.

[@danuk2136]

I'm 30 years old and british and I've never seen this interview, britney is a good sport, she's always more relaxed on british TV, he's a tad annoying but she seemed happy

[@94frankiec]

After reading her book, and knowing she wasn’t a virgin at all since her teen years, you can see how uncomfortable she was about having to lie about it and being made into this idol of celibacy. Just feel bad she had to lie about so much in her life for so long for no reason.

[@A.J.8.8.8]

Agreed. Also knowing now that she had already fallen pregnant and had the abortion... such a heavy secret to carry. I feel so bad that she didn't have anyone around her to tell her that her virginity was non of anyone's business

[@AddlesH]

This was such an interesting interview, and funny

[@DarrsBurfday]

I never thought I would loathe Frank Skinner, but this interview does it.

[@DarrsBurfday]

He's so bad at interviewing. All he does is make sensational questions and doesn't think about her responses.

[@Ruthybwn]

even if the sweet girl next door thing is a bit of an act (everybody's gotta have a schtick at the end of the day)- you've always been able to tell that fundamentally, Britney is a good person. I hope the best for her. Another victim of greed.

[@creativechuckofficial]

Frank kinner is so smart and Britney too. Fantastic interview

[@clarkekent4831]

❤love Britney biggest fan 😅

[@parzivalsapprentice5665]

Why do you love her biggest fan?

[@janamaecarreri6091]

@@parzivalsapprentice5665 He means that he loves Britney and he's her biggest fan 🤣

[@CustardCream22]

Please if there is a god heal her soul. She didn't deserve anything she's been through.

[@user-nz4xf5kb7l]

Легендарная поп принцесса.Равных тебе нет.Бритни навсегда!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@peggyengelsen1100]

You can clearly see she hated all of it.

[@sunsetmeadows5729]

Aww its so sweet seeing her laugh so much. Shes adorable ❤ Also the feline/calling in a cat joke had me laughing so hard 😂

[@IshMaZ89]

This is one of the interviews I think Britney was so comfortable and completely herself!

[@NostalgiCrazy]

Right! I wish she got more of these, it's so moving to see her smiling and laughing so much compared to what other interviewers put her through.

[@elvisleeboy]

Frank Skinner isn't really a professional interviewer, so he comes across more real and genuine. Think he was genuinely interested in her, rather than just wanting to get a big story.

[@kathyborthwick6738]

Her smile does not go to her eyes-obviously very capable young woman! 👵🏽✌🏾🦅🌸🦅

[@user-ez1dm9hv1e]

Such a cutie❤

[@Kurdyukov87pianist]

Sweet contralto voice. It's magic...

[@marinadela1361]

Great interviewer.

[@mattybond]

16:49 this aged like bad milk now that her book is out

[@ss-yn1ky]

Love this interview BS Legend she deserves all the happiness & peace. Like frank skinner 4got how funny he is