Brian Littrell Biography

(Singer, Musician, Songwriter)

Birthday: February 20, 1975 (Pisces)

Born In: Lexington

Brian Littrell, born as Brian Thomas Littrell, is an American singer-songwriter and actor. He is best recognized as a member of the pop vocal group, Backstreet Boys. As a solo artist, he has released the album ‘Welcome Home’ that featured singles like "In Christ Alone", "Wish" and "Over My Head". As a part of Backstreet Boys, he has released eight studio albums, three compilation albums, one live album, 28 singles and 25 music videos till date. The group has recorded numerous hit songs as lead performers. These include "We've Got It Goin' On", "I'll Never Break Your Heart", "Anywhere for You", "As Long as You Love Me", "Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely", "Shape of My Heart", "Incomplete" and "In a World like This". Littrell has also made numerous film and TV appearances with Backstreet Boys. Coming to the American singer’s awards and achievements, he was awarded with the 2006 GMA Dove Award under the category ‘Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year’ for his single “In Christ Alone". In 2015, he became an inductee of the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame.
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Quick Facts

Also Known As: Brian Thomas Littrell

Age: 49 Years, 49 Year Old Males

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Leighanne Wallace

father: Harold Baker Littrell Jr.

mother: Jackie

siblings: Harold

children: Baylee Thomas Wylee Littrell

Pop Singers American Men

Height: 5'8" (173 cm), 5'8" Males

U.S. State: Kentucky

More Facts

education: Tates Creek High School

  • 1

    What is Brian Littrell's role in the Backstreet Boys?

    Brian Littrell is a member of the Backstreet Boys, a popular American boy band known for hits such as "I Want It That Way" and "Everybody (Backstreet's Back)."
  • 2

    How did Brian Littrell join the Backstreet Boys?

    Brian Littrell joined the Backstreet Boys in 1993 after being recruited by band founder, Kevin Richardson, who was impressed by Brian's singing talent.
  • 3

    Which instruments does Brian Littrell play?

    Brian Littrell is known for his vocal abilities and primarily focuses on singing in the Backstreet Boys, although he can also play the piano and guitar.
  • 4

    Has Brian Littrell pursued a solo music career?

    Yes, Brian Littrell has released solo music outside of his work with the Backstreet Boys, including the Christian album "Welcome Home" in 2006.
  • 5

    What charitable work is Brian Littrell involved in?

    Brian Littrell is actively involved in charitable work, particularly through the Brian Littrell Healthy Heart Club for Kids, which aims to raise awareness about heart health in children.
Career
Brian Littrell joined the Backstreet Boys in 1993. In the late 1990s and the early 2000s, the band became immensely popular in the USA, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. During this time, the group released the albums ‘Backstreet Boys’, ‘Millennium’, ‘Backstreet's Back’ and ‘Black & Blue’. Also, the Backstreet Boys made appearances on many TV shows like ‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch’, ‘Arthur’, ‘Sesame Street’ and ‘Saturday Night Live’. Soon after this the band released their greatest hits album ‘The Hits: Chapter One’.
In 2005, they released their album titled ‘Never Gone’. A year later, Littrell came out with his first solo album titled ‘Welcome Home’ that included the singles "Welcome Home (You)", "Wish" and "Over My Head". Then in 2007, the Backstreet Boys released their album ‘Unbreakable’. This was followed by the albums ‘This Is Us’ and ‘In a World Like This’. In 2013, Littrell, along with his band mates, appeared in the comedy show ‘This Is the End’. Three years later, the group performed on ABC channel’s ‘Greatest Hits’.
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Personal Life
Brian Littrell was born as Brian Thomas Littrell on February 20, 1975 in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, to Jackie and Harold Baker Littrell, Jr. He has an older brother named Harold and is a cousin of Backstreet Boys member Kevin Richardson. Littrell attended Tates Creek High School.
He met actress Leighanne Wallace in 1997. The couple got married on September 2, 2000 in Atlanta, Georgia. Together Littrell and Wallace have one son named Baylee Thomas Wylee Littrell who was born on November 26, 2002.
Facts About Brian Littrell
Brian Littrell is known for his unique talent of being able to wiggle his ears, a skill that he has demonstrated in various interviews and performances.
In addition to his success as a member of the Backstreet Boys, Brian is also a dedicated family man, often sharing heartwarming moments with his wife and son on social media.
Brian has a passion for golf and has participated in several celebrity golf tournaments over the years, showcasing his skills on the course.
He is actively involved in various charitable causes, including his work with the Brian Littrell Healthy Heart Club for Kids, which aims to educate children on heart health.
Brian is an accomplished songwriter and has co-written several songs for the Backstreet Boys, showcasing his creativity and musical talent beyond his role as a performer.

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