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Spears has endured a turbulent year but has returned to professional success with new album Circus.
Speaking outside the Global Green USA Sustainable Design Awards, Gibson described the singer's recovery as "great".
He added: "She's a sweet girl."
The actor reached out to Spears during her troubles, inviting her on holiday with him in May.
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