Nick Carter facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Nick Carter
Carter in 2019
Born	Nickolas Gene Carter (1980-01-28) January 28, 1980 (age 45) Jamestown, New York, U.S.
Occupation	Singer songwriter actor dancer
Years active	1989–present
Spouse(s)	Lauren Kitt ​ (m. 2014)​
Children	3
Relatives	Leslie Carter (sister) Aaron Carter (brother) Angel Carter (sister) Bobbie Jean Carter (sister)
Musical career
Genres	Pop pop rock R&B dance
Instruments	Vocals guitar
Labels	Jive RCA Zomba 604 Kaotic INC
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Nickolas Gene Carter (born January 28, 1980) is an American singer, songwriter, and actor. He is best known as a member of the famous vocal group Backstreet Boys. Nick has also released three solo albums: Now or Never, I'm Taking Off, and All American. He released these albums during breaks from his work with the Backstreet Boys. He also made an album called Nick & Knight with Jordan Knight. Nick has appeared on TV shows and even starred in his own reality shows, House of Carters and I (Heart) Nick Carter.

Early Life and Beginnings

Nick Carter was born in Jamestown, New York. When he was four, his family moved to Ruskin, Florida, near Tampa.

Nick has several siblings: Leslie Carter (who passed away in 2012), Aaron Carter (who passed away in 2022), Angel Carter (who is Aaron's twin sister), and Bobbie Jean Carter (who passed away in 2023). Nick once shared that having many siblings meant he always had someone to play with.

Nick started his acting and singing career when he was very young. His mother heard him singing and enrolled him in voice lessons. Later, he took dance lessons in ballet, tap, and hip hop. He performed in commercials, talent shows, and at the Florida State Fair. He even played the main role in a fourth-grade play called Phantom of the Opera. Nick also appeared in an educational video and performed at Tampa Bay Buccaneers home games. He had a very brief appearance in the 1990 film Edward Scissorhands, where he was seen playing on a Slip 'N Slide in the background.

Nick has mentioned that he had a tough childhood. He was bullied in junior high school, which led him to leave school and be homeschooled instead.

Music Career Highlights

Joining the Backstreet Boys

Carter with the Backstreet Boys in 2006

Carter with the Backstreet Boys in 2008

When Nick was 12, he auditioned for Disney's The Mickey Mouse Club and for a new music group that would become the Backstreet Boys. He chose to join the music group. On April 20, 1993, when he was 13, Nick became the youngest member of the Backstreet Boys. The other members were AJ McLean, Brian Littrell, Howie Dorough, and Kevin Richardson.

The Backstreet Boys released many albums starting in the mid-1990s. Their most recent album is DNA from 2019. In 2016, the group started a special show in Las Vegas called Backstreet Boys: Larger Than Life. In 2022, they released their first holiday album, A Very Backstreet Christmas.

Solo Music Journey

In 2002, Nick decided to work on a solo album. He started writing songs and recording. His first solo single, "Help Me", was released in September 2002 and became very popular. His first solo album, Now Or Never, came out on October 29, 2002. It sold over 500,000 copies in its first week and was certified gold in the United States and Canada. Nick also went on a worldwide tour to support the album.

After a break, Nick started working on his second solo album, "I'm Taking Off," in 2008. It was released in Japan in 2011 and later in other countries. Nick co-wrote almost all the songs on this album. In 2009, he also recorded a duet with singer Jennifer Paige called "Beautiful Lie".

In 2014, Nick teamed up with Jordan Knight from the band New Kids on the Block. They created a duet album called Nick & Knight. This album was released on September 2, 2014, and they went on tour together.

In 2015, Nick announced his third solo album, All American. It was released digitally in November 2015 and on CD in February 2016. This album brought back a pop/rock sound. The first single from the album was an acoustic song called "I Will Wait". The album also features Canadian pop/rock singer Avril Lavigne on the song "Get Over Me."

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Nick shared that he would be releasing new solo music. After his brother Aaron's passing, Nick released a new song called "Hurts To Love You" as a tribute. The music video included photos and home videos of Aaron. In August, Nick released another song, "Superman," dedicating it to his family. His sister Angel also got involved with the On Our Sleeves foundation, which helps children with mental health challenges. Nick held a benefit concert in January to honor Aaron and support the foundation.

In July 2023, Nick announced his first solo tour in almost ten years, called the Who I Am World Tour. This tour allowed fans to learn about Nick's early musical influences. He performed songs from his solo albums, Backstreet Boys songs, and covers of 1980s hits. The tour started in North America and later expanded to Latin America, Europe, and Asia.

Nick has released two new singles, "Made for Us" and "Never Break My Heart (Not Again)". He also announced the title of his new solo album, Who I Am. His "Who Am I" World Tour is set to continue into 2025, with performances in various countries.

Acting and TV Appearances

Acting Roles

Nick has appeared in several TV shows and movies. In 2002, he was on American Dreams, and in 2003, he appeared on 8 Simple Rules. In October 2004, he starred as a high school football player named Brody in the ABC Family Halloween special, The Hollow.

In 2007, Nick filmed an independent movie called Kill Speed. He also made a guest appearance on CW's 90210 in 2012, playing himself. In 2013, Nick and the rest of the Backstreet Boys made a cameo in the comedy film This Is the End.

Nick has also gotten involved in writing and directing movies. In 2010, he directed a short film he wrote called The Pendant. In 2013, he started a crowdfunding campaign to raise money for a movie he wrote. The film was eventually renamed Dead 7. This movie, which Nick also directed and starred in, is about a group of gunslingers fighting zombies. It features members from different boy bands, including Nick's bandmates Howie D. and AJ McLean, and members from NSYNC, O-Town, and 98 Degrees. Dead 7 aired on the SyFy network in April 2016.

Carter in 2011

Reality TV Shows

In 2006, Nick and his siblings starred in their own reality TV show called House of Carters on E! The show followed the five Carter siblings as they lived together in Los Angeles. It showed their efforts to reconnect as a family. The series had eight episodes.

In 2014, Nick returned to reality TV with his wife, Lauren Kitt. Their VH1 show, I Heart Nick Carter, focused on the planning of their wedding. The show had eight episodes and documented Nick's life as he prepared for marriage, including his music work and touring with the Backstreet Boys.

Nick also competed on the 21st season of Dancing with the Stars in 2015. He was paired with professional dancer Sharna Burgess. They made it to the finals and finished in second place.

In 2017, Nick was a judge on a new singing competition show called Boy Band, alongside Emma Bunton and Timbaland.

In 2020, Nick competed as the "Crocodile" on the fourth season of The Masked Singer, where he finished in third place.

In 2022, Nick made a surprise appearance as a Sphynx cat on Chanteurs Masques, the Canadian version of The Masked Singer. His performance broke viewership records.

Other Interests and Charity Work

In 2002, Nick got into powerboat racing and started his own team, Nick Carter Racing. His team won the National Championship in its first year.

Nick is also involved in charity work. In 2001, he started the Oceans Campaign to help raise awareness about the ocean. This was part of a foundation started by his bandmate Kevin Richardson. In 2007, Nick became a Special Ambassador for the Year of the Dolphin for the United Nations, helping to protect dolphins.

Personal Life

Nick Carter is married to Lauren Michelle Kitt, a fitness expert and actress. They met in 2008 and got married in Santa Barbara, California, in 2014. Their wedding was even featured on Nick's reality show, I Heart Nick Carter. Nick and Lauren have three children: a son born in 2016, and two daughters born in 2019 and 2021. Nick has shared that it can be hard to miss family events, like his daughter's birthday, when he is on tour.

Discography

Solo albums

• Now or Never (2002)
• I'm Taking Off (2011)
• All American (2015)
• Who I Am (coming soon)
• Nick & Knight (2014) (with Jordan Knight)

Singles

As main artist

Awards and Nominations

Filmography

See also

In Spanish: Nick Carter para niños

• Backstreet Boys