Backstreet Boy AJ McLean Reveals What It's Like Living Next to Britney Spears

The pop star and the boy band member are neighbors in Los Angeles.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 2:56pm

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Backstreet Boys member AJ McLean recently opened up about what it's like living in the same neighborhood as pop icon Britney Spears in Los Angeles. McLean says he and Spears occasionally cross paths and he always makes sure to give her a friendly hug and check in on her. While the two music stars live in gated communities, McLean makes it sound like they're able to casually run into each other around the neighborhood.

Why it matters

Britney Spears has been the subject of intense public scrutiny in recent years, including a high-profile conservatorship battle and a recent DUI arrest. McLean's comments provide a rare glimpse into the private life of the pop star and how she interacts with her celebrity neighbors, offering a more personal perspective on Spears' current wellbeing and lifestyle.

The details

In an interview, McLean said he and Spears 'see each other every so often' and that if he runs into her, he always gives her a hug and checks in on her. McLean noted that while they live in the same neighborhood in Los Angeles, the gated properties and sprawling estates of celebrities mean they don't necessarily run into each other frequently. However, McLean made it sound like the two pop stars do have opportunities to casually interact, unlike a typical neighborhood where residents may only briefly see each other checking the mail.

  • In early March 2026, Britney Spears was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.
  • Spears is scheduled to appear in court in May 2026 regarding the DUI arrest.

The players

AJ McLean

A member of the Backstreet Boys boy band who lives in the same neighborhood as Britney Spears in Los Angeles.

Britney Spears

A pop music icon who has been the subject of intense public scrutiny in recent years, including a high-profile conservatorship battle and a recent DUI arrest.

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What they’re saying

“We see each other every so often. We live in the same neighborhood, in the same area, so we do cross paths. If I ever do run into her, I always just give her a hug, just check on her and wish her the best.”

— AJ McLean, Backstreet Boys member

What’s next

Spears is scheduled to appear in court in May 2026 regarding her recent DUI arrest, and there is concern from her team that she may be sent to rehab rather than jail.

The takeaway

McLean's comments provide a rare glimpse into the private life of Britney Spears and how she interacts with her celebrity neighbors, offering a more personal perspective on the pop star's current wellbeing and lifestyle as she continues to navigate the public spotlight.