Britney Spears - Britney Jean Spears (born December 2, 1981) is an American pop music singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, and author. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) ranks her as the eighth best-selling female artist in American music history. Spears's fame in the music industry has led her to experiment with other forms of media, including film and reality television. Her success as a singer led her to several high-profile advertising deals and endorsements including her own perfume line.