Britney Flips the Switch on L.A. Christmas Tree

Friday December 05, 2008 10:20 AM EST

Britney Spears in L.A.

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Topping off a celebratory week that included her 27th birthday and the debut of her new CD Circus, Britney Spears was the surprise guest who lit the tree at Thursday's launch of L.A. Live! for the premiere performance of Light of the Angels at the Nokia Theater. Sharing the Christmas spirit with her were sons Jayden and Preston and father Jamie – as well as host Adam Carolla and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. Asked about her favorite holiday traditions, the pop star said being with family and decorating the tree.
– Reporting by Rae Pardini

The L.A. Tree! Photo by: AXELLE / BAUER-GRIFFIN

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