On her 18th birthday, Britney Spears enjoyed the company of her loved ones, including then-boyfriend Justin Timberlake as shown in exclusive pictures obtained by DailyMail.com. This was after a successful year with her debut single “Baby One More Time” topping charts worldwide, making her the new princess of pop. However, these photos taken at a New York bar in 1999 now hold a sense of melancholy in light of the Framing Britney Spears documentary. Britney is seen celebrating with Justin and posing with her father Jamie, both now perceived as antagonists in the narrative of her decline.

Rare photos show Britney Spears celebrating her 18th birthday party with Justin Timberlake and her family at a bar in New York City, DailyMail.com can reveal

Exclusive photos reveal a young Britney Spears celebrating her 18th birthday party at a bar in New York City with her family and then-boyfriend Justin Timberlake. These rare images offer a glimpse into the pop star’s past.

She's seen getting cozy with then-boyfriend Justin Timberlake. A source at the party said, 'She didn't dance with anyone else that night and you can see the chemistry between them in the pictures I took'

At the party, she was spotted getting close with her then-partner Justin Timberlake. An insider who attended the event shared that she only danced with him that night, and the photos taken speak volumes about the undeniable chemistry between the two.

The source says it was evident even back then that Britney's dad Jamie (pictured behind Britney) was all about business and had his 'eyes on the prize'

According to the original text, it was clear from earlier times that Britney’s father Jamie (seen standing behind Britney in a photo) was solely focused on business and had his sights set on achieving his goals.

At one point Justin took a cherry from a drink and he fed it to her. A source from the party said you could tell they were in love with each other

During the gathering, there was a moment where Justin picked up a cherry from a drink and offered it to his beloved. According to a party insider, their fondness for each other was quite evident.

Photographer and music writer Selma Fonseca, 54, was a witness to Britney's big night on December 1, 1999 and says that it is sobering to see the pictures in the wake of documentary Framing Britney Spears

Selma Fonseca, a photographer and music writer, had witnessed Britney Spears’ celebratory night on December 1, 1999. However, after watching the documentary Framing Britney Spears, she finds it disconcerting to look at the pictures now. Jamie, Britney’s father, is accused of using her mental health conservatorship for personal gain, while Justin Timberlake is believed to have fueled rumors about Britney cheating on him. Selma notes that even back then, Britney’s father was focused on business and had his eyes set on the prize. The birthday party was held at Halo, a trendy basement club in Greenwich Village, and was attended by around 50 people, including Britney’s family, friends, and Justin and his NSYNC bandmate. The atmosphere was lively and cheerful, with a cake featuring Britney’s face and a doll that wore the iconic schoolgirl outfit from the “Baby One More Time” video. Music executives also gifted Britney with a necklace to commemorate her album going platinum. Despite it being an enjoyable celebration, Selma recalls that Britney’s father was always business-minded, and Britney seemed pleased with all the attention she received.

Britney was gifted a Barbie doll wearing the same schoolgirl outfit she had worn in the Baby One More Time video

Britney received a Barbie doll dressed in the iconic schoolgirl uniform from her Baby One More Time music video as a special present.

Britney poses with her mother Lynne, father Jamie and brother Bryan at the 1999 party. 'When it came to her family, Britney's mom Lynne was clearly very caring, you could just see that in her eyes and the way she looked at her daughter,' the source said

In 1999, Britney was captured in a photo with her mom Lynne, dad Jamie, and brother Bryan at a party. An insider revealed that Lynne showed immense care towards her family, evident in the way she looked at her daughter.

There were already rumors circulating at the time that Britney was dating Justin and they had been very careful not to show it or show any affection for each other - but at the party they were inseparable

At the time, speculations were already rife that Britney and Justin were an item. However, they were cautious not to display any public affection towards one another. That being said, at the party, they couldn’t seem to stay away from each other.

Speaking exclusively to DailyMail.com, Selma said: 'Britney was celebrating her 18th birthday at a basement bar in Greenwich Village called Halo with a group of about 50 people'. She's pictured talking with her father Jamie

In an interview with DailyMail.com, Selma shared that Britney had her 18th birthday bash at a basement bar called Halo in Greenwich Village. Around 50 people were present at the party, and Britney was spotted having a conversation with her father Jamie.

Britney cut into a cake with her face on it at the 1999 party. She turned 18 after the success of her hit song Baby One More Time

During her 18th birthday celebration in 1999, Britney had a cake that featured her very own face on it. This event took place shortly after the massive success of her hit song “Baby One More Time”.

'It's sad because in the pictures they look so sweet and innocent but then it was an ugly ending to what had been a very cute teenage love story,' she says. After Framing Britney Spears was released on February 5, Justin Timberlake offered apologies to both Britney and Janet Jackson, whose breast he exposed during the Super Bowl halftime show in 2004

“It’s heart-wrenching to see how their story unfolds, as they appeared so pure and childlike in the photos. However, the outcome of their once lovely teenage romance was unpleasant,” she expresses. Following the release of “Framing Britney Spears” on February 5, Justin Timberlake took responsibility for his actions and apologized to both Britney and Janet Jackson. Timberlake notoriously exposed Jackson’s breast during the halftime show of Super Bowl in 2004.

Framing Britney Spears examines the #FreeBritney campaign and the star's rise and fall

The documentary Framing Britney Spears delves into the rise and fall of the pop star, as well as the #FreeBritney campaign. Selma, a witness to Britney’s early relationship with Justin Timberlake, recalls seeing the chemistry between them at a party where they danced and kissed passionately. Despite rumors of their relationship, it wasn’t confirmed until later. Selma believes that their teenage love story ended badly, despite the sweet and innocent pictures they took together. After watching the documentary, Selma views pictures of Britney with her family differently. While her mother Lynne seemed caring, her father Jamie appeared more focused on business. Selma thinks that even now, Jamie prioritizes business over his daughter’s well-being.

After watching the New York Times documentary, Selma said she sees the pictures of Britney posing happily with her parents and brother in a different light

After watching the New York Times documentary, Selma said she sees the pictures of Britney posing happily with her parents and brother in a different light

Selma’s perspective on Britney’s family photos changed after watching the New York Times documentary. She now views the pictures of Britney posing with her parents and brother differently.

A young Britney appeared to be having the time of her life at the ripe age of 18. There were about 50 people at the exclusive New York City party

As an 18-year-old, Britney was living it up and seemed to be thoroughly enjoying herself at a swanky party in New York City. The guest list was limited to approximately 50 people, making it quite the exclusive affair.

Britney is seen holding the necklace gifted to her by Barry Weiss and Clive Calder commemorating her song going Platinum

As the cameras captured her, Britney proudly displayed the necklace presented to her by Barry Weiss and Clive Calder, celebrating the success of her song hitting the Platinum mark.

'Music executives Barry Weiss and Clive Calder also gave Britney a necklace commemorating Baby One More Time going platinum,' Selma said. 'It was a really cute celebration and Britney just seemed so happy with all the attention that she was getting'

As per Selma’s recollection, Britney received a necklace from music bigwigs Barry Weiss and Clive Calder to mark the platinum success of her hit song “Baby One More Time”. The celebration was adorable, and Britney appeared overjoyed with all the fuss surrounding her.

Following the release of the documentary Framing Britney Spears on February 5, Justin Timberlake issued apologies to both Britney and Janet Jackson. During the Super Bowl halftime show in 2004, he exposed Janet’s breast. He expressed deep regret for his actions that contributed to the problem, where he either spoke out of turn or failed to speak up for what was right. On Instagram, he specifically apologized to Britney and Janet individually, highlighting how much he cares and respects these women. Britney’s father, who was confirmed as her co-conservator at the Los Angeles Superior Court last week, has not commented publicly on the documentary. In the interim, he has faced criticism from those in the #FreeBritney movement for his role in the conservatorship. He has previously called #FreeBritney a joke, dismissing conspiracy theorists who don’t know anything. According to him, it’s up to the court of California to determine what’s best for his daughter, and no one else has any say in the matter.