Aaron Carter Dies At 34

The pop star and rapper shot to fame as a young singer with hits like “Aaron’s Party (Come Get It)” and "I Want Candy."
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Aaron Carter has died at the age of 34.

The pop star and rapper was found dead at his home in Lancaster, California, on Saturday, TMZ was the first to report and The Hollywood Reporter confirmed. According to TMZ, law enforcement received a report Saturday morning that someone had drowned in a bathtub at Carter’s address.

Aaron Carter in 2017.
Aaron Carter in 2017.
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He was the younger brother of Nick Carter, a member of the Backstreet Boys. Aaron Carter got started in the music world opening for the popular boy band, according to THR. He released his self-titled debut album in 1997 at the age of 9. Carter’s second album, which featured the singles “I Want Candy” and “Aaron’s Party (Come Get It),” was released in 2000 and went triple platinum.

The young star also made television appearances on shows including “Lizzie McGuire” and “7th Heaven.”

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