Britney Spears writes William a letter

Apr 19, 2007, 12:00 GMT

Wills, this is hysterical. EPA/GEOFF CADDICK

Britney Spears has penned a letter of support to Britain's Prince William following his spilt from Kate Middleton.

The 25-year-old singer believes she understands the pressures of such a public break-up and was keen to offer her commiserations.

A source told Britain's Daily Express newspaper: "She's sad for William that his relationship hasn't worked out.

"She understands what it's like to have such a high-profile break-up. She has started writing him a note and is going to send it before the end of the week."

Britney - whose divorce from estranged husband Kevin Federline was finalised last month - has corresponded with the 24-year-old royal in the past.

She even gave him a signed photo of herself before William started dating Kate four years ago.

The pop star previously confessed she had a crush on the handsome royal, saying: "I'd love to marry Prince William. Who wouldn't want to be a princess."

William and Kate's split was announced at the weekend.

It was speculated that while the 25-year-old brunette was ready to get married, William felt too young to settle down and was keen to concentrate on his Army career.

It is now believed that the break-up was more of a mutual decision.

The couple met in 2001 when they were students at Scotland's St Andrews University and were predicted to get engaged this year.

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