Who is AJ McLean?

AJ McLean is an American singer-songwriter best known for being a member of the iconic boy band the Backstreet Boys. AJ was born Alexander James McLean on January 9, 1978 in West Palm Beach, Florida. As a child AJ was immersed in music; his father was a singer, his mother was a classically trained pianist, and his brother was a drummer.

Career

At age 16, AJ was cast as a member of the Backstreet Boys through an open audition in 1993. The band released their debut album in 1996 and went on to become one of the most successful musical acts of all time. AJ has also had success as a solo artist, releasing the album Have It All in 2010. He has also collaborated with numerous other artists such as Jordan Knight and Willa Ford. In addition to music, AJ has done some acting and appeared on various reality shows including Dancing with the Stars.

Personal Life

In December 2011, AJ married Rochelle Deanna Karidis, who he had been dating since 2008. They have two children together; Ava Jaymes (born 2011) and Lyric Dean (born 2015). Aside from music, AJ’s other interests include playing guitar and golfing. He also enjoys spending time with his family and taking part in charity work.

Legacy

AJ’s contribution to music is undeniable; he has been a part of one of the most successful boy bands of all time, selling over 130 million records worldwide. He has also released two solo albums and collaborated with various other artists. He continues to tour with the Backstreet Boys to this day.