Kevin Earl Federline (born March 21, 1978) is an American dancer, actor, DJ, and media personality. He initially gained public attention as a backup dancer, working with artists including Michael Jackson’s choreographers. Federline became widely known for his marriage to pop singer Britney Spears from 2004 to 2007, which included a highly publicized child custody battle following their divorce. Federline’s early life began in Fresno, California, where he was raised by divorced parents. He dropped out of high school but later earned a GED. Before his marriage to Spears, he had a relationship with actress Shar Jackson, with whom he has two children. Federline and Spears have two sons together. In 2006, Federline released a rap album titled *Playing with Fire*, which received overwhelmingly negative reviews and is often cited as one of the worst albums released. Beyond music, he has appeared in various television shows and films, including roles in *You Got Served* (2004), *One Tree Hill* (2008), and guest spots on *CSI: Crime Scene Investigation* and reality TV shows like *Celebrity Fit Club* and *Excess Baggage*. He has also worked as a DJ and participated in WWE wrestling events. Federline’s memoir, *You Thought You Knew*, is scheduled for release in October 2025, marking a recent development in his public career. Over the years, he has maintained a presence in entertainment and media, often discussed in relation to his personal life and family. Kevin Federline remains a figure mainly known for his dance and entertainment work and his connection with Britney Spears, with ongoing relevance through his memoir and public appearances[1][2][3][4][5].