Claiming that Spears and rehabbing actress Lindsay Lohan are exploited by the media, despite their consistent efforts of seeking help for their troubles, Fergie would like to see all of the badmouthing come to an end.
"They're young. Leave them alone. If they want to get better, they're going to get better on their own. If somebody is going to change, they have to want to do it themselves," Fergie told press.
The Big Girls Don't Cry songstress added, "I think it is really unfair to them when they are trying to get help. We're all watching as a nation and commenting day by day on their rehabilitation. It's not fair. You're supposed to have a sanctuary, a place where you can go and not be pressured every day."
Enjoy the pictures of Fergie out and about in Stockholm (September 12).
Fergie Defends Troubled Hollywood Youth
Fergie Defends Troubled Hollywood Youth
Fergie Defends Troubled Hollywood Youth
Fergie Defends Troubled Hollywood Youth