Not all marriages come with a ring.Opening up about the “undeniable” bond all five members of theBackstreet Boyshave with one another,AJ McLeandescribed the group to PEOPLE as their collective “first marriage.”“We’ve had our fights, believe me but there’s a certain bond that’s just undeniable with us and literally, this is our first marriage. Before any of our real marriages” he said while attendingThe Call of the Wildpremiere in Los Angeles on Thursday.McLean, who’s been married towife Rochellesince 2011, went on to share that while not every union is made to last, the pop group hasbeen together for over two decades— and they’re still going strong.“Most Hollywood marriages don’t even last a year. This is 27 years almost,” he added.AJ McLean.As for the key to the group’s longevity, just like in marriage, McLean, 42, said that it all comes down to communication.“Communication is key,” he said, adding that “having fun” and “respect” for one another are also important factors.“If somebody is just kind of burnt out and they just want a break, let’s give them a break. Now that we have more control over our schedule, it makes the job more fun,” he said. “We got great wives and kids that keep us grounded and we’re trying to set a good example for all of our kids.”Nick Carter (second from left) with Backstreet Boys Brian Litrell, AJ McLean,.In addition to McLean, who is a father to daughtersAva Jaymes, 7, andLyric Dean, 2, the Backstreet Boys have all added proud papa to their resumes.Nick Carterand his wife Lauren share sonOdin Reign, 3, and daughterSaoirse Reign, whom they welcomed in October. Kevin Richardson and Howie Dorough each have two sons andBrian Littrell, who was the first member of the group to become a dad, shares17-year-old son Bayleewith wife Leighanne.The Backstreet Boys are currently traveling around the globe for theirDNA World Tour,which will continue with a second leg that kicks off in June 2020.
Not all marriages come with a ring.
Opening up about the “undeniable” bond all five members of theBackstreet Boyshave with one another,AJ McLeandescribed the group to PEOPLE as their collective “first marriage.”
“We’ve had our fights, believe me but there’s a certain bond that’s just undeniable with us and literally, this is our first marriage. Before any of our real marriages” he said while attendingThe Call of the Wildpremiere in Los Angeles on Thursday.
McLean, who’s been married towife Rochellesince 2011, went on to share that while not every union is made to last, the pop group hasbeen together for over two decades— and they’re still going strong.
“Most Hollywood marriages don’t even last a year. This is 27 years almost,” he added.
AJ McLean.
As for the key to the group’s longevity, just like in marriage, McLean, 42, said that it all comes down to communication.
“Communication is key,” he said, adding that “having fun” and “respect” for one another are also important factors.
“If somebody is just kind of burnt out and they just want a break, let’s give them a break. Now that we have more control over our schedule, it makes the job more fun,” he said. “We got great wives and kids that keep us grounded and we’re trying to set a good example for all of our kids.”
Nick Carter (second from left) with Backstreet Boys Brian Litrell, AJ McLean,.
In addition to McLean, who is a father to daughtersAva Jaymes, 7, andLyric Dean, 2, the Backstreet Boys have all added proud papa to their resumes.
Nick Carterand his wife Lauren share sonOdin Reign, 3, and daughterSaoirse Reign, whom they welcomed in October. Kevin Richardson and Howie Dorough each have two sons andBrian Littrell, who was the first member of the group to become a dad, shares17-year-old son Bayleewith wife Leighanne.
The Backstreet Boys are currently traveling around the globe for theirDNA World Tour,which will continue with a second leg that kicks off in June 2020.
source: people.com
