Early Life and Education of Brian Littrell: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Brian Littrell, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Brian Littrell is an American singer, most famously known as a member of the Backstreet Boys. He's also a contemporary Christian music artist, having released a solo album titled 'Welcome Home' in 2006. Notably, he is the father of Baylee Littrell, who is also a country music singer. Brian's career spans both pop and Christian music genres, establishing him as a prominent figure in the music industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education

February 20, 1975: Brian Littrell's Birth

On February 20, 1975, Brian Thomas Littrell was born. He would later become a singer and member of the Backstreet Boys, as well as a contemporary Christian music artist.

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April 1993: Audition for the Backstreet Boys

In April 1993, Kevin Richardson informed Brian Littrell of an audition for the Backstreet Boys. Brian flew to Orlando for the audition.

1994: High School Graduation

In 1994, Brian Littrell graduated from high school via correspondence.

June 1997: Meeting Leighanne Wallace

In June 1997, Brian Littrell met Leighanne Reena Wallace on the set of the "As Long as You Love Me" video shoot.

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November 1997: Diagnosis of Heart Condition

In November 1997, doctors found that Brian Littrell's heart condition had caused his heart to enlarge.

May 8, 1998: Open-Heart Surgery

On May 8, 1998, Brian Littrell underwent open-heart surgery to correct his heart condition.

1999: Proposal to Leighanne Wallace

In 1999, Brian Littrell proposed to Leighanne Wallace on Christmas.

February 15, 2000: Engagement Announcement

On February 15, 2000, the engagement of Brian Littrell to Leighanne Wallace was announced on MTV.

September 2, 2000: Marriage to Leighanne Wallace

On September 2, 2000, Brian Littrell married Leighanne Wallace at Peachtree Christian Church in Atlanta.

2000: Move to Alpharetta, Georgia

In 2000, Brian Littrell and his wife moved to Alpharetta, Georgia, near Atlanta, soon after getting engaged.

September 11, 2001: Leighanne's Cancelled Flight

On September 11, 2001, Leighanne Littrell had been scheduled to board American Airlines Flight 11, which was later hijacked and flown into the World Trade Center during the 9/11 attacks, but she cancelled her flight the previous night.

November 26, 2002: Birth of Baylee Littrell

On November 26, 2002, Brian and Leighanne Littrell had their son, Baylee Thomas Wylee Littrell.

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October 2009: Swine Flu Infection

In October 2009, Brian Littrell contracted swine flu, leading to the cancellation of the Backstreet Boys' This Is Us promotional tour.

2011: Diagnosis of Vocal Tension Dysphonia and Dystonia

In 2011, Brian Littrell was diagnosed with vocal tension dysphonia and dystonia.

2015: Revelation of Vocal Condition in Documentary

In the 2015 documentary film "Backstreet Boys: Show 'Em What You're Made Of", Brian Littrell revealed his 2011 diagnosis of vocal tension dysphonia and dystonia.

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2019: DNA Heritage Test Results

In 2019, a DNA heritage test revealed Brian Littrell's ancestry to be primarily British Isles (90.1%), with smaller percentages of Finnish (7.1%) and Scandinavian (2.1%) heritage.