Dr. Phil Bails on Britney Show

The world renowned therapist, who was with Britney at the hospital this past weekend, released a statement on his website claiming he "made the decision not to move forward with the taping [of the Britney Spears show] at this point in time."

Britney Spears: Photo Credit: WENNDr. Phil had planned to dedicate an entire show to Britney's recent troubles, including appearances by Spears' family members.

But after much controversy surrounding his trip to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Phil has decided that it's better to wait to tape the show.

The highly-respected talk show host left this message on his website:

"As was widely reported this weekend, at the request of concerned family members, I visited Britney Spears in the hospital. The details of that visit will, of course, remain private," he said in a message online.

"We had planned to tape a ‘Dr. Phil Now' show today, focusing not on the tabloid side of Britney's latest problems, but instead on the very serious issues surrounding this case. Clearly, it is not just Britney's family struggling to find a way to protect adult children who cannot be ordered or compelled to seek help.

"Because the Spears situation is too intense at this time, and out of consideration to the family, I have made the decision not to move forward with the taping at this particular time. 


"Britney and her family are in our prayers, and we ask that they be in yours."

Perhaps he can cash in at a later date...