In another instance, Sawyer brings up former first lady of Maryland Kendel Ehrlich, who said if she had an opportunity to shoot Spears, I think I would. Spears called the comment horrible and really bad while Sawyer continued to explain. Because of the example for kids, the journalist said in part, and how hard it is to be a parent. Sawyer went on to say, and keep all of this away from your kids, though that portion wasn t shown in the episode. Well, that s really sad that she said that, Spears reiterated, defending herself. I m not here to, you know, babysit her kids.
Fans and critics alike have since taken issue with Diane Sawyer, whose November 2003 interview with Britney Spears was featured at points in the documentary.