On Saturday, the former child star and brother of Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter was discovered dead in a bath at his California home.
Aaron Carter, a singer who passed away at the age of 34, was eulogized by prominent musicians.
On Saturday, the former child star and brother of Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter was reportedly discovered dead in his California home bath.
His spokesperson told that his cause of death is being probed.
The music industry has showered Carter, whose son Prince was born in 2021, with tributes.
Hilary Duff, who appeared alongside Carter in the Disney Channel sitcom Lizzie McGuire, paid tribute to him on Instagram, writing, “For Aaron – I’m profoundly sorry that life was so difficult for you and that you had to battle in front of the entire world.
“Your charisma was positively effervescent… My teenage self loved you intensely.
“Sending love to your family in your time of sorrow. Rest comfortably.”
US boyband New Kids On The Block released a black-and-white photo of Aaron Carter and tweeted, “We are surprised and devastated by Aaron Carter’s untimely passing.
“We offer our prayers to the Carter family. Aaron rests in peace.”
The lyricist Diane Warren tweeted, “Fame at a young age is frequently more of a curse than a blessing, and surviving it is difficult. “Rest in peace, Aaron Carter.”
In 2018, comedian Loni Love met Carter and characterized him as “funny, talented, and cool.”
She continued, “I had the impression that he was attempting to be joyful. I am saddened to learn about his demise. Sincere condolences to his family and admirers.”
Carter was described by actor Lou Diamond Phillips as a “kind, good-hearted young man.”
Christy Carlson Romano, a Disney Channel star, stated, “I am incredibly saddened by the passing of Aaron Carter. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.”
Carter, who had two UK top 10 successes with Crush On You and Crazy Little Party Girl, transitioned to rap music in his latter years, shedding his child star persona with several face tattoos.
In 2019, his brother Nick sought a restraining order against him, stating that he threatened to kill his pregnant wife and unborn kid.
Carter had a history of drug charges and attended rehabilitation multiple times.
