Britney Spears says niece 'making progress' after ATV crash; brother-in-law thanks supporters

After an ATV accident left her niece, Maddie, unconscious for nearly two days, Britney Spears has shared an update on how the 8-year-old is doing now.

>> Jamie Lynn Spears’ daughter seriously injured in ATV accident

“We are so grateful to share that Maddie is making progress,” Spears tweeted Wednesday afternoon. “Thank you all for sending thoughts and prayers our way. Let’s all keep praying.”

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On Monday, the pop star asked for “wishes and prayers” for sister Jamie Lynn’s daughter on Instagram.

>> See the post here

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Spears' brother-in-law, Jamie Watson, also took to social media to give fans an update on the child, sharing a photo on Instagram that read, “Believe in miracles.” For the caption, Watson wrote, “Thank you to everyone for the prayers. Maddie is doing better and better. Thank y’all so much.”

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