“I want candy!” A song line no 90’s child will ever forget. Aaron Carter sang this nostalgic song. But where is he now? His career started at age 7 as the lead singer of Dead End. Two years later, he made his first solo appearance, opening for The Backstreet Boys. In 1997, his first single, “Crush On You” was released. In 2000, his album, Aaron’s Party was released. In 2001, he appeared on Lizzy McGuire singing “I Want Candy”.
Where is he now? In 2008, Aaron got into some legal trouble. On February 21, Carter was pulled over in Texas for speeding. Authorities found less than two ounces of marijuana in his car. In 2009, Carter joined reality series Dancing With the Stars. He was eliminated on November 10, 2009 along with his dance partner, Caring Smirnoff, finishing in fifth place. At this time, he teamed up with Flo Rida to kick off his singing career again. August 22, 2010, Carter made an appearance in Lake Ronkonkoma, New York, performing at a benefit concert for Audrianna Bartol, a 3-year-old girl with Stage 4 neuroblastoma cancer.
In 2011, Carter’s manager announced that he had entered rehab, “to heal some emotional and spiritual issues he was dealing with”. After entering rehab, Carter’s first statement to his fans was, “the main thing in his life is not to be afraid of being human”. In November of 2011, Carter starred in the off- Broadway production of The Fantasticks in New York City. He was cast as the role of Matt. In 2012, Carter was one of eight celebrities on the Food Network show Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off. He was eliminated on the first episode. Throughout 2012, Carter has made many single appearances. At age 24, Aaron Carter experienced a lot. That’s where he is today.
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