Michelle Williams confirmed as co-narrator for Britney Spears' audiobook version of ‘The Woman in Me’

It was one of last week’s great mysteries when it was revealed that Britney Spears’ audiobook version of her forthcoming memoir, ‘The Woman in Me,’ was set to have a guest co-narrator - and it wasn’t America’s sweetheart, Reese Witherspoon. Instead, Oscar-nominated actress Michelle Williams has been confirmed as the guest narrator, with Spears already explaining the reason for her selection.

"I am so grateful to the amazing Michelle Williams for reading the rest of it,” Spears admitted upon sharing the news of Williams’ involvement.

Numerous esteemed female celebrities were considered for the audiobook narration of the renowned Princess of Pop's revealing memoir. Ultimately, the decision was made to select the "Greatest Showman" star, considering her impressive achievements, unique characteristics, and intricate family background.

Williams, according to Page Six, was specifically selected for her class, elegance, and broader audience appeal, but perhaps more importantly, Williams' personal experiences, including her emancipation from her parents at a young age and her subsequent struggles, resonated with Spears, who also had a challenging relationship with her father due to the controversial conservatorship. 

Michelle Williams was legally emancipated from her parents at the age of 15 in order to pursue her acting career. While her parents, Larry and Carla, reportedly co-signed the decision, Williams faced challenges upon moving to California from Montana, encountering troubling situations and individuals in the entertainment industry. 

This experience has contributed to her own personal narrative, reflecting similarities to Britney Spears' journey, who also faced significant challenges and struggles within the entertainment industry and the shared background created a mutual attraction between the two women and contributed to Williams being chosen for the narrating role.

'The Woman in Me' by Britney Spears is scheduled for release on October 27 2023.