History of Aaron Carter in Timeline
Aaron Carter (1987-2022) was an American singer, rapper, and actor who rose to fame as a teen pop sensation in the late 1990s and early 2000s. He released four studio albums, gaining significant popularity with preteen and teenage audiences. Carter also appeared in television and stage productions. His career was marked by both commercial success and personal struggles, including battles with substance abuse and mental health issues, which ultimately contributed to his death.
1952: Robert Gene Carter's Birth
In 1952, Robert Gene Carter, Aaron Carter's father, was born.
1972: Ginger Lee Carter's Birth
In 1972, Ginger Lee Carter, Aaron Carter's half-sister, was born.
1982: Bobbie Jean (BJ) Carter's Birth
In 1982, Bobbie Jean (BJ) Carter, one of Aaron Carter's sisters, was born.
1986: Leslie Carter's Birth
In 1986, Leslie Carter, one of Aaron Carter's sisters, was born.
December 7, 1987: Aaron Carter Born
On December 7, 1987, Aaron Charles Carter was born. He would later become a successful singer and rapper.
March 1997: First Solo Appearance
In March 1997, Aaron Carter made his first solo appearance at age 9, singing The Jets' "Crush on You" when opening for the Backstreet Boys in Berlin.
December 1, 1997: Debut Studio Album Released
On December 1, 1997, Aaron Carter's self-titled debut studio album was released.
1997: Debut Album Release
In 1997, Aaron Carter released his self-titled debut album at age nine, selling a million copies worldwide, marking a significant career milestone.
June 16, 1998: U.S. Release of Debut Album
On June 16, 1998, Aaron Carter's self-titled debut album was released in the United States.
1998: Album Release for Lawsuit
In 1998, Aaron Carter released an album through Lou Pearlman's label which would be at the center of a lawsuit in 2002.
September 26, 2000: Aaron's Party Album Release
On September 26, 2000, Aaron Carter released his second studio album, Aaron's Party (Come Get It), which achieved significant sales and featured popular singles.
2000: Aaron's Party Album Release
In 2000, Aaron Carter released his second album, Aaron's Party (Come Get It), which sold three million copies in the United States, launching his touring with the Backstreet Boys and guest appearances on Nickelodeon.
March 2001: Acting Debut and Disney Channel Concert
In March 2001, Aaron Carter made his acting debut on Lizzie McGuire and performed a concert with Samantha Mumba on Disney Channel.
April 2001: Broadway Debut in Seussical
In April 2001, Aaron Carter made his Broadway debut, playing JoJo the Who in the musical Seussical.
August 7, 2001: Oh Aaron Album Release
On August 7, 2001, Aaron Carter released his third studio album, Oh Aaron, which included a duet with his brother Nick.
September 3, 2002: Another Earthquake! Album Release
On September 3, 2002, Aaron Carter's fourth studio album, Another Earthquake!, was released during the Rock, Rap and Retro Tour.
2002: Another Earthquake! Album Release
In 2002, Aaron Carter released Another Earthquake!, which would be his last studio album for over 15 years.
2002: Lawsuit Against Lou Pearlman
In 2002, Aaron Carter's parents filed a lawsuit against his former manager Lou Pearlman over unpaid royalties.
March 13, 2003: Pearlman Held in Contempt of Court
On March 13, 2003, Lou Pearlman was declared in contempt of court for failing to produce documents related to royalty payments in the lawsuit filed by Aaron Carter's parents.
November 3, 2003: Most Requested Hits Release
On November 3, 2003, Aaron Carter's Most Requested Hits, a collection of tracks from his last three albums and a new single, "One Better", was released.
2003: Tax Debt from 2003 Income
In 2003, Aaron Carter accumulated significant tax debt from his income, which contributed to his later bankruptcy filing.
2003: Most Requested Hits Collection Release
In 2003, Aaron Carter released his Most Requested Hits collection.
December 7, 2004: Signed Recording Contract
On December 7, 2004, Aaron Carter, at age 17, signed a recording contract that later became the subject of a lawsuit.
2004: Parents' Divorce
In 2004, Aaron Carter's parents divorced, an event that was revealed to him shortly before filming an episode of MTV Cribs.
March 22, 2005: "Saturday Night" Release
On March 22, 2005, Aaron Carter's song "Saturday Night" was released and promoted during that summer, it was also featured in the film Popstar.
2005: Learned About Back Taxes
In 2005, after turning 18, Aaron Carter learned that he owed $4 million in back taxes.
March 21, 2006: Trans Continental Lawsuit
On March 21, 2006, Trans Continental filed a lawsuit against Aaron Carter, claiming he reneged on a recording deal.
September 17, 2006: Engagement to Kari Ann Peniche
On September 17, 2006, Aaron Carter, at age 18, became engaged to Kari Ann Peniche, but broke it off after six days.
November 2006: House of Carters Series Finale
In November 2006, the reality show House of Carters, featuring Aaron and his siblings, concluded its run on E!.
February 2008: Aaron Carter Arrested for Marijuana Possession
In February 2008, Aaron Carter was arrested in Kimble County, Texas, after being pulled over for speeding. Authorities found just under two ounces of marijuana in his car.
2009: Dancing with the Stars Appearance
In 2009, Aaron Carter joined season 9 of Dancing with the Stars, finishing in fifth place, and also released the single "Dance with Me".
January 23, 2011: Entered Treatment Facility
On January 23, 2011, Aaron Carter entered a treatment facility to address emotional and spiritual issues.
February 10, 2011: Completed Rehab
On February 10, 2011, Aaron Carter successfully completed a month of rehab at the Betty Ford Center.
November 7, 2011: Starred in The Fantasticks
On November 7, 2011, Aaron Carter began starring in the off-Broadway production of The Fantasticks, playing the role of Matt.
January 2012: Celebrity Cook-Off Appearance
In January 2012, Aaron Carter participated in the Food Network reality series Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off but was eliminated in the first episode.
2012: Death of Leslie Carter
In 2012, Aaron Carter's sister, Leslie Carter, passed away due to a drug overdose.
2012: Leslie Carter's Death
In 2012, Leslie Carter, one of Aaron Carter's sisters, passed away.
November 22, 2013: Filed for Bankruptcy
On November 22, 2013, Aaron Carter filed a bankruptcy petition to manage over $3.5 million in debt.
December 2013: End of After Party Tour
In December 2013, Aaron Carter concluded his After Party Tour, his first tour in eight years, which included over 150 shows.
June 2014: Canadian Tour
In June 2014, Aaron Carter embarked on an 11-city Canadian tour, previewing new songs from his upcoming album.
September 2014: Worldwide Tour Announcement
In September 2014, Aaron Carter announced his Wonderful World Tour, which included 50 dates.
2014: "Ooh Wee" Single Release
In 2014, Aaron Carter released the single "Ooh Wee" featuring rapper Pat SoLo.
2014: Settled Tax Debt
In 2014, Aaron Carter settled all of his outstanding tax debt.
January 2015: End of Wonderful World Tour
In January 2015, Aaron Carter's Wonderful World Tour ended after including 50 dates since September 2014.
February 2015: The Music Never Stopped EP Release
In February 2015, Aaron Carter released an EP titled The Music Never Stopped through SoundCloud.
January 31, 2016: "Curious" Music Video Release
On January 31, 2016, Aaron Carter, under the name Kid Carter, released his music video for "Curious", co-directed by himself and MDM Media.
April 2016: "Fool's Gold" Single Released
In April 2016, Aaron Carter released the single "Fool's Gold".
2016: "Fool's Gold" Single Release
In 2016, Aaron Carter released the single "Fool's Gold".
2016: Started Dating Madison Parker
In 2016, Aaron Carter started dating Madison Parker.
January 2017: "Sooner or Later" Single Release
In January 2017, Aaron Carter released the single "Sooner or Later".
February 2017: LØVË EP Release
In February 2017, Aaron Carter released the LØVË EP through his new label Rakkaus Records.
July 2017: Aaron Carter Arrested for DUI and Marijuana Charges
In July 2017, Aaron Carter was arrested in Georgia on suspicion of driving under the influence and marijuana charges. He later pleaded no contest to reckless driving.
August 2017: Broke Up with Madison Parker
In August 2017, Aaron Carter and Madison Parker broke up.
August 2017: Came Out as Bisexual
In August 2017, Aaron Carter came out as bisexual through Twitter, discussing his sexuality in a podcast.
September 2017: Aaron Carter Appears on 'The Doctors'
In September 2017, Aaron Carter appeared on "The Doctors" to address concerns about his health and drug-related arrests. Tests revealed he had a candida infection and was taking a mix of benzodiazepines and opioids for anxiety and sleep.
2017: Robert Gene Carter's Death
In 2017, Robert Gene Carter, Aaron Carter's father, passed away.
February 2018: Aaron Carter reports health improvement
In February 2018, Aaron Carter reported that his health was improving and that his weight was up to 160 pounds after entering a treatment center.
February 16, 2018: Love Album Release
On February 16, 2018, Aaron Carter released his fifth studio album, Love.
2018: Love Album Release
In 2018, Aaron Carter released his fifth studio album, also titled Love.
August 2019: Aaron Carter Granted Restraining Order Against Ex-Girlfriend
In August 2019, Aaron Carter was granted a restraining order against his ex-girlfriend, Russian model Lina Valentina, after she reportedly threatened to stab him.
September 2019: Allegations of Abuse
In September 2019, Aaron Carter made allegations of sexual abuse against his sister Leslie, who died in 2012, and accused his brother Nick of abuse, leading to restraining orders.
2019: Aaron Carter appears on Marriage Boot Camp
In 2019, Aaron Carter and his mother appeared on the We TV reality series "Marriage Bootcamp: Family Edition", which aims to repair strained relationships.
2019: Aaron Carter Discloses Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis
In 2019, Aaron Carter disclosed that he had been diagnosed with both schizophrenia and bipolar disorder during an appearance on "The Doctors."
January 2020: Aaron Carter Accused of Copyright Infringement
In January 2020, German artist Jonas Jödicke accused Aaron Carter of using his copyrighted artwork to promote merchandise without permission, leading to controversy.
March 2020: Aaron Carter creates OnlyFans Account
In March 2020, Aaron Carter created an OnlyFans account, selling nude photos for $50-$100 each, or a $26 monthly subscription. Reviews of the content were largely negative.
March 2020: Aaron Carter's Girlfriend Arrested for Domestic Violence
In March 2020, Aaron Carter's girlfriend Melanie Martin was arrested in Los Angeles following an alleged domestic violence incident against him.
June 2021: Aaron Carter Pays $12,500 in Copyright Settlement
In June 2021, Aaron Carter agreed to pay Jonas Jödicke $12,500 to settle the copyright infringement dispute.
August 2021: Aaron Carter Announced as Performer in 'Naked Boys Singing!' and Subsequently Let Go
In August 2021, Aaron Carter was announced as a performer in the Las Vegas production of 'Naked Boys Singing!' but was later let go due to his refusal to be vaccinated for COVID-19.
November 22, 2021: Birth of Son
On November 22, 2021, Aaron Carter and Melanie Martin welcomed their son.
November 5, 2022: Aaron Carter's Death
On November 5, 2022, Aaron Carter, known for his singing and rapping career, passed away.
2023: Bobbie Jean (BJ) Carter's Death
In 2023, Bobbie Jean (BJ) Carter, one of Aaron Carter's sisters, passed away.
April 5, 2024: "Recovery" Posthumous Release Announcement
On April 5, 2024, the posthumous release of Aaron Carter's song "Recovery" was announced.
