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Fireworks, adorable cameos and a private birthday bash for a Real Housewives of Orange Country star – 26 months since the pandemic slammed their “DNA World Tour” to a halt, the Backstreet Boys returned to the road in California over the weekend.

Sasha Urban editorIn a tight primary election for Los Angeles mayor, the two frontrunners — Congresswoman Karen Bass and billionaire developer Rick Caruso — have seen their support split down the middle among major Hollywood players. Tuesday’s election could lead to a November runoff if none of the candidates garner more than 50% of the votes needed to conclusively win the election.Over the last few months, celebrities and executives from all corners of the entertainment and tech industries have voiced their support for Bass and Caruso. Early on, actor and Goop CEO Gwyneth Paltrow threw her support behind Caruso, while pop star Ariana Grande has endorsed Bass on Instagram to her 315 million followers.

Back on stage. Johnny Depp played a few songs with his friend Jeff Beck days after winning his defamation trial against Amber Heard.

Jon Burlingame editorComposers Christophe Beck and the Newton Brothers were among top honorees at Thursday night’s SESAC Film and Television Composer Awards in Santa Monica, California.Beck (pictured above, right) was cited for his music for last year’s action comedy “Free Guy,” while the Newton Brothers (Andy Grush and Taylor Stewart) earned their award for scoring the action-horror film “The Forever Purge.”Television composers honored for popular series included Danny Lux (above, left, “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Manifest,” “Rebel,” “Station 19”), Jon Ehrlich (above, center, “The Resident”), Gabriel Mann (“A Million Little Things”) and Paul Buckley (“Odd Squad”).Scott Jungmichel, recently named president and COO of SESAC Performing Rights, greeted the crowd, while Erin Collins, VP of film, television and developing media, announced that SESAC’s Reel Change: The Fund for Diversity in Film Scoring program (designed to support traditionally underrepresented groups) had recently funded projects for 12 composers, amounting to nearly $200,000.

Johnny Depp made a swift return to professional public life following his victory in his defamation lawsuit, with a spirited musical turn on stage in Gateshead, UK.

Lance Bass doubts that Britney Spears has regain control of her life, as he believes there is still a protective “wall” around her, revealing that he still has trouble contacting the singer.Despite ending her controversial 13-year conservatorship, the NSYNC singer doesn’t understand why he still can’t contact the iconic artist, detailing his friendship with Britney during a recent interview with Page Six.Bass was asked if he had any recent contact with Britney, to which he responded, “Not at all,” explaining, “It’s just, you know, there’s a wall around her,” he claimed, “And for some reason, those people don’t want her old friends involved with her life.”The 43-year-old singer first became friends with Britney in the late 90s, following their success and her romance with ex-boyfriend Justin Timberlake.

Lance Bass made a reveal about Britney Spears.

Lance Bass is skeptical about Britney Spears‘ newfound freedom.

Jenna Bush Hager opened up to co-star Hoda Kotb about the "scary" moment she was forced to call her dad, George W. Bush, live on air in front of millions of people.MORE: Hoda Kotb shares fears about being an older mom: 'It's scary'The Today with Hoda & Jenna stars were discussing the final episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which aired last week, when talk turned to when Jenna appeared on the series back when her father was still President.WATCH: Jenna Bush Hager recalls 'scary' phone call with dad George W.

Taking it back. Lance Bass deleted his Amber Heard-inspired TikTok video after being criticized for seemingly mocking victims of domestic violence.

Lance Bass has deleted a controversial TikTok video he posted referencing Amber Heard and Johnny Depp’s defamation trial.

It is over between NASCAR driver Kurt Busch and his wife, Ashley Busch.

At the finish line. NASCAR driver Kurt Busch and his wife, Ashley Busch, have split after five years of marriage.

Los Angeles Times reported that Caruso had spent more than $23 million (mostly in splashy TV ads), compared to Bass’ $800,000. In the last few days, the field has narrowed to Bass, Caruso and current L.A. Councilman Kevin de Leon.