AceShowbiz - Britney Spears’s representative has responded to recent reports describing the singer’s behavior at a Sherman Oaks restaurant on May 13 as “erratic,” calling the coverage “completely blown out of proportion.” According to TMZ, Spears was allegedly “screaming,” “barking,” and walking around with a knife during the dinner. However, her rep insists the situation was far less dramatic.

In a statement, the rep explained that Britney Spears was having a quiet meal accompanied by her assistant and bodyguard. The singer was reportedly sharing a story about her dog barking at neighbors and was simply cutting her hamburger with a knife at the table. The rep emphasized that at no point did she pose any danger to others, and criticized the media for unfairly portraying her in a negative light, comparing it to past attempts to depict Spears as a problematic figure two decades ago.

Journalist Jeff Sneider, who was present at the same restaurant, described the experience as “wild” on his social media. He shared that after Spears left, “everyone in the restaurant turned and started talking about it,” calling it an “INSANE dining experience.” Sneider also mentioned that one diner feared for her safety, and later told Entertainment Tonight that Spears was reportedly using a British accent during the meal. Another patron even expressed concern that Spears might stab her when she allegedly approached the table holding a knife.

Separately, on May 4, Britney Spears entered a plea of guilty to a “wet reckless” charge in Ventura County following an arrest on suspicion of DUI. Her attorney, Michael A. Goldstein, stated that through her plea, Spears accepted responsibility for her actions and has taken meaningful steps toward positive change. This was reflected in the district attorney’s decision to reduce the charges and dismiss the DUI count.

Despite the recent controversy surrounding the dinner, Britney Spears’s team firmly rejects the notion that her behavior was problematic, urging the media to cease what they describe as relentless and unfair scrutiny.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Vulture.