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Docuseries Reveals NSYNC's Tactics Against Backstreet Boys Rivalry

4/11/2026

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Johnny Wright, the manager for both NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys, supported NSYNC after the Backstreet Boys issued an ultimatum, intensifying rivalry.
Wright described tactics to undermine the Backstreet Boys, such as booking shows ahead of them, and the docuseries includes interviews with members of both bands.
The docuseries Boy Band Confidential addresses Lou Pearlman, who was sued by both bands for fraud, and premieres on April 13 and 14.

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Story summary

Johnny Wright, the manager for both NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys, supported NSYNC after the Backstreet Boys issued an ultimatum, intensifying rivalry.
Wright described tactics to undermine the Backstreet Boys, such as booking shows ahead of them, and the docuseries includes interviews with members of both bands.
The docuseries Boy Band Confidential addresses Lou Pearlman, who was sued by both bands for fraud, and premieres on April 13 and 14.