History of Brian Littrell in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: December 1, 2025

Brian Littrell is an American singer, prominently known as a member of the Backstreet Boys, a highly successful pop vocal group. Beyond his work with the group, he has also pursued a career as a contemporary Christian music artist, releasing the album "Welcome Home" in 2006. Furthermore, he is the father of Baylee Littrell, who is pursuing a career as a country singer, showcasing a legacy of musical talent within the family.

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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 is an American singer and a member of the Backstreet Boys.

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April 1993: Audition for Backstreet Boys

In April 1993, Kevin Richardson informed Brian Littrell about an audition for the Backstreet Boys. Littrell flew to Orlando the next day to 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 discovered that Brian Littrell's heart condition had caused significant enlargement of his heart.

1997: Lawsuit Against Lou Pearlman

In 1997, Brian Littrell initiated a lawsuit against Lou Pearlman, alleging concealed earnings. Other bandmates later joined the lawsuit.

May 8, 1998: Open-Heart Surgery

On May 8, 1998, Brian Littrell underwent open-heart surgery.

1998: Appearance on Saturday Night Live

In 1998, Brian Littrell performed with The Backstreet Boys on Saturday Night Live.

1999: Appearance on Saturday Night Live

In 1999, Brian Littrell performed with The Backstreet Boys on Saturday Night Live.

1999: Engagement 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.

2000: Teen People's 25 Hottest People Under 25

In 2000, Brian Littrell was listed in Teen People's 25 Hottest People Under 25, tying with Justin Timberlake.

September 11, 2001: Leighanne Littrell's Canceled Flight

On September 11, 2001, Leighanne Littrell had canceled her flight the previous night on American Airlines Flight 11, which was later hijacked and flown into the World Trade Center as part of the 9/11 attacks.

November 26, 2002: Birth of Son Baylee Littrell

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

2004: Solo Deal with Reunion Records

In 2004, Brian Littrell signed a solo deal with Reunion Records.

2005: Release of 'Welcome Home' Album

In 2005, Brian Littrell released the solo album 'Welcome Home', which achieved significant success on both the Billboard 200 and Christian album charts. His single, "In Christ Alone", went to No. 1 on the Christian charts.

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2006: Release of Welcome Home

In 2006, Brian Littrell released his solo contemporary Christian music album, Welcome Home.

2006: Dove Award for Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year

In 2006, Brian Littrell won a Dove Award for Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year for "In Christ Alone" with Don Koch and Shawn Craig.

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2008: Dove Awards for 'By His Wounds' and 'Glory Revealed'

In 2008, Brian Littrell won a Dove Award for "By His Wounds" with Glory Revealed and Special Event Album of the Year for 'Glory Revealed'.

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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.

December 6, 2010: Release of Brian Littrell's Family Christmas

On December 6, 2010, Brian Littrell released Brian Littrell's Family Christmas, a Christmas collection featuring his wife Leighanne and son Baylee.

2010: Dove Award for Special Event Album of the Year

In 2010, Brian Littrell won a Dove Award for Special Event Album of the Year for 'Glory Revealed II'.

December 6, 2011: Release of Christmas with the Littrells

On December 6, 2011, Brian Littrell released Christmas with the Littrells, a Christmas collection featuring his wife Leighanne and son Baylee.

2011: Diagnosis of Vocal Tension Dysphonia and Dystonia

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

2013: Appearance in This Is the End

In 2013, Brian Littrell appeared with his bandmates in the film This Is the End.

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2015: Induction into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame

In 2015, Brian Littrell, along with his cousin and bandmate Kevin Richardson, was inducted into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame.

2015: Revelation of Health Issues 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%) origin.