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Friedman excited about Britney Week

'X Factor' choreographer Brian Friedman has said that he is very excited about Britney Spears' upcoming appearance on the talent show.
1 of 1 Friedman - Looking forward to Britney Spears Week
Friedman - Looking forward to Britney Spears Week

In an interview on the show's website, he said: "I am so excited about Britney coming here."

"I get to see Britney again, I get to see the dancers, and her director is coming over - he's one of my best friends."

"This is great - it's like my two world colliding. It'll be really nice," he said.

Friedman also spoke about Spears' planned performance for the show, saying: "She is going to be doing a massive performance."

"You know her album is called 'Circus', so we're going to be seeing a circus vibe coming in."

"I wouldn't be surprised if there were elephants because this is 'The X Factor' - and we go big here."

Speaking about his relationship with Spears, the choreographer said: "She is such a sweet, endearing person. It will be nice to reconnect."

"Last year, I asked her to come and do 'X Factor' but she was too hectic. This year it's happening. I'm so glad to see her back on track".

Read our 'X Factor' blog here.

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