Imagine our surprise when the first thing we saw this morning was the shocking new of the death of Aaron Carter. As many of you may know, he’s the younger of Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter.
TMZ was one of the first to break the news, stating that the singer and rapper was discovered dead in his home in Lancaster, California. The Los Angeles County police arrived at the scene after receiving a report that a man had drowned in a bathtub.
A representative from his team confirmed his death. “Right now it’s a really bad time, we’re trying to figure out what happened and what the cause of it was,” they said. “We’re just as upset as everyone and hope that fans can give thoughts and prayers to his family.”
Aaron found fame at an early age as a pop star and television personality in the 90s. He released his first album when he was only 9. His next album “Aaron’s Party (Come and Get It)” tripled his first album’s sales and went on to sell 3 million copies. Having a famous brother helped, as he got to open for the Backstreet Boys and Britney Spears’ on the “Oops!… I Did It Again” tour.
As he got older, Aaron dabbled in acting, making appearances in “Lizzie McGuire”, “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” and “7th Heaven”. He also acted in a few Broadway productions (“Seussical the Musical”, “The Fantasticks”) and reality shows (“Dancing With The Stars” and “House of Carters”, which starred him and his siblings).
Throughout the years, Aaron has made multiple headlines from substance abuse, drugs possession, reckless driving, and more. Last year, he welcomed his son Prince in November 2021. Following his unexpected death, baby mama Melanie Martin issued a statement that she’s currently “in the process of accepting this unfortunate reality” and added, “Your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated“.
Fellow celebs in the industry have also paid tribute to Aaron including ’90s popstars New Kids on the Block, “One Tree Hill” alum Tyler Hilton, actress Melissa Joan Hart, actress Christy Carlson Romano, award-winning songwriter Diane Warren, comedian Loni Love and “American Housewife” alum Bruno Amato. Fans have also been reminiscing what a huge impact Aaron made during their teenage years.
We are shocked and saddened about the sudden passing of Aaron Carter. Sending prayers to the Carter family. Rest in peace, Aaron ❤️ pic.twitter.com/rDUcE4i8Iy
— New Kids on the Block (@NKOTB) November 5, 2022
No…. This @aaroncarter news is heartbreaking… this kid had such a spark. Known him for years and always really liked him, he was warm and really funny. Loved putting on a show and he was good at it. Ill find some pics of us and post more later… damn RIP budddd #aaroncarter
— Tyler Hilton (@TylerHilton) November 5, 2022
Incredibly sad about the passing of Aaron Carter. My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family. 🕯️
— ChristyCarlsonRomano (@ChristyRomano) November 5, 2022
Fame at a young age is often more a curse than a blessing and Surviving it is not easy. RIP Aaron Carter🎤💔
— Diane Warren (@Diane_Warren) November 5, 2022
Met Aaron Carter in 2018, funny, talented and cool. I felt that he was trying….he really was just trying to be happy. I'm sorry to hear of his passing.. Condolences to his family and fans 💔 pic.twitter.com/XuoJLekj8h
— Loni Love (@LoniLove) November 5, 2022
Addiction is a tough road.
Rest in peace, Aaron Carter.
Gone too soon.💙 pic.twitter.com/Wq3n584gVS— Bruno Amato (@BrunoAmato_1) November 5, 2022
RIP Aaron Carter
34 is way too young, and the news is heartbreaking. Thanks for the memories, and I hope his family can find peace. pic.twitter.com/mX1sAMVwP0
— TRAFON(s Backup Account) (@RiseFallNickBck) November 5, 2022
To quote a fan, this is truly heart breaking and we too hope his family can find peace. In case you didn’t know, one of the other Carter siblings – Leslie – passed away from drug overdose back in January 2012 at the age of 25.
Sources: BBC, The Hollywood Reporter, TMZ.
