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JC Chasez

JC Chasez is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, record producer, and actor best known as one of the lead singers of *NSYNC.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

JC Chasez is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, record producer, and actor best known as one of the lead singers of *NSYNC. He released a solo album, *Schizophrenic*, in 2004 and later worked as a songwriter, producer, and television judge. His career has spanned from 1991 to the present.

Early life

JC Chasez was born Joshua Scott Chasez on August 8, 1976, in Washington, D.C., U.S. Some biographical sources also state he was raised in Bowie, Maryland.

NSYNC career

Chasez became widely known as one of the lead vocalists of *NSYNC, one of the most commercially successful boy bands of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Solo work

After *NSYNC*, Chasez released his solo album *Schizophrenic* in 2004. The album included singles such as “Some Girls (Dance with Women)” and “Blowin’ Me Up (With Her Love).”

Later work

Chasez has continued working as a songwriter and producer for other artists and has also appeared in acting and television roles, including as a judge on *America’s Best Dance Crew*.

Key facts

  • JC Chasez was one of the two lead singers of *NSYNC.
  • He was born Joshua Scott Chasez on August 8, 1976.
  • His solo album *Schizophrenic* was released in 2004.
  • He has worked as a songwriter, producer, dancer, and actor.
  • He served as a judge on *America’s Best Dance Crew*.
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Canadian context

JC Chasez is relevant to Canadian readers through the international popularity of *NSYNC and North American pop music of the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Frequently asked questions

Who is JC Chasez?
JC Chasez is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, record producer, and actor best known as a member of *NSYNC.
What is JC Chasez’s real name?
His birth name is Joshua Scott Chasez.
When was JC Chasez born?
He was born on August 8, 1976.
What is JC Chasez best known for?
He is best known as one of the lead singers of *NSYNC and for his later solo and production work.
Did JC Chasez release a solo album?
Yes. His solo album *Schizophrenic* was released in 2004.
Has JC Chasez worked in television?
Yes. He has appeared on television, including as a judge on *America’s Best Dance Crew*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/JC_Chasez
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, occupations, genres, years active, former membership in NSYNC, and solo album *Schizophrenic*.
  2. Us Weekly — https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/jc-chasez/
    Supports: Career overview, NSYNC membership, solo album, judging role on *America’s Best Dance Crew*, and later songwriting/production work.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0153871/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, nickname, and acting biography details.
  4. AllMusic — https://www.allmusic.com/artist/jc-chasez-mn0000098342
    Supports: Career background and early work related to *The Mickey Mouse Club*.