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Aaron Carter

Aaron Carter was an American singer, rapper, and actor who rose to fame as a teen pop artist in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Aaron Carter was an American singer, rapper, and actor who rose to fame as a teen pop artist in the late 1990s and early 2000s. He released several successful singles and albums, and was the younger brother of Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter. Carter died in 2022 at age 34.

Early life

Aaron Carter was born in Tampa, Florida, in 1987 and began performing at a young age. He entered the music industry as a child artist before becoming a teen pop star.

Music career

Carter released his debut album in 1997 and achieved major commercial success with later releases such as Aaron's Party (Come Get It). His work blended pop and hip hop and produced several charting singles.

Personal life

Carter was the younger brother of Nick Carter and later became a father. His life was also marked by widely reported struggles with mental health and substance use.

Death and legacy

Carter died in 2022 at age 34. His death was ruled an accidental drowning, with the medical examiner citing the effects of difluoroethane and alprazolam as contributing factors.

Key facts

  • Aaron Carter was a teen pop star known for hits like "Aaron's Party (Come Get It)" and "I Want Candy".
  • He was the younger brother of Backstreet Boys singer Nick Carter.
  • Carter died at age 34 in 2022 from accidental drowning, with difluoroethane and alprazolam as contributing factors.
  • His music career spanned from 1997 to 2022, blending pop and hip hop.
  • He had a broad North American audience, including Canadian listeners.
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Canadian context

Aaron Carter had a broad North American pop audience, including Canadian listeners who followed late-1990s teen pop and early-2000s music television and radio.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Aaron Carter?
Aaron Carter was an American singer, rapper, and actor who became famous as a teen pop star in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
How old was Aaron Carter when he died?
He was 34 years old when he died on November 5, 2022.
What happened to Aaron Carter?
He was found dead at his home in Lancaster, California, in November 2022. His death was ruled an accidental drowning.
What was Aaron Carter's cause of death?
The medical examiner determined the cause of death was drowning, with difluoroethane and alprazolam listed as contributing factors.
Did Aaron Carter have children?
Yes. He had one son, Prince, with Melanie Martin.
What songs did Aaron Carter sing?
His best-known songs include "Aaron's Party (Come Get It)", "I Want Candy", "That's How I Beat Shaq", "I'm All About You", and "Oh Aaron".

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aaron_Carter
    Supports: Birth and death dates, occupation, career overview, and death at age 34.
  2. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/nov/10/aaron-carter-obituary
    Supports: Career overview and death date.
  3. ABC News — https://abcnews.com/US/childhood-stardom-cautionary-tale-life-legacy-final-days/story?id=99010730
    Supports: Cause of death, contributing factors, and selected songs.
  4. People — https://people.com/tag/aaron-carter/
    Supports: Death, age, family context, and career summary.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004809/
    Supports: Birth details and note of drowning.
  6. First Avenue — https://first-avenue.com/performer/aaron-carter/
    Supports: Notable singles and pop career summary.