I hate to say I told you so, but… back in November I posted a blog called “Fall from Grace.” It was about how the ridiculous antics of Britney Spears had reached the point where I worried the next legitimate news story about her would probably involve an unfortunate tragedy. Well, earlier this month the poor child had to be hospitalized after she had a meltdown when she was suppose to return her kids to her ex-husband. I’m not bragging, but I bring it up because others believe something much worse is about to happen to her. They are preparing for her to die.
The news service Associated Press has started putting together an obituary for Britney – just in case. AP’s entertainment editor told Us magazine, “I think one would agree that Britney seems at risk right now. Of course, we would never wish any type of misfortune on anybody and hope that we would never have to use it until 50 years from now … but if something were to happen, we would have to be prepared.”
In AP’s defense, it’s customary for the media to prepare obits for celebrities, politicians, history-makers, etc. In fact, CLTV had prepared one for former Cook County Commissioner John Stroger not to long after his stroke in 2006. It was ready to go when his death was unexpectedly announced Friday morning.
But the “Britney Death Watch” has expanded beyond the media. Everyday people have started guessing when Britney is going to meet her maker.
A Web site has popped up called whenisbritneygoingtodie.com. Visitors predict the exact date and time of her death and the winner gets a PS3. People can also weigh in on when they think singer Amy Winehouse will kick the bucket. Sounds sick but thousands of people are getting in on it, some predicting Britney’s death as early as next month, others holding off until 2037. As of the writing of this post, there are already more than 28 pages of predictions and pre-condolence messages. Those who are vying to be crowned Mr. or Mrs. Death don’t seem to be taking these predictions seriously, but I sincerely hope Britney Spears is.
Comments (1)
I think you are pathetic! Having a death watch for a normal girl who has problems just like the rest of us, you are sick! You don't know her, just as I don't know her, and as sad and pathetic as your life is just like the news and paparazzi that goes along with it....you don't kow the facts on her life. You honestly make me sick to my stomach and I hope that you lose your job and realize you are sick and need help. You are the worst news reporter ever!
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Jill
You must have skipped reading comprehension. If you had read this post carefully, you would know that I did not create the Death Watch website, some other sick mind did.
But thanks for sharing!
Tonya
Posted by Jill Donahue | January 23, 2008 3:14 AM
Posted on January 23, 2008 03:14