Nick Carter Net Worth

What is Nick Carter's Net Worth?

Nick Carter is an American singer/songwriter, dancer, and actor who has a net worth of $35 million. Nick Carter rose to fame in the mid-1990s as the youngest member of the Backstreet Boys, the best-selling boy band of all time. Joining the group at just 12 years old, Carter quickly became a fan favorite with his boyish looks and standout vocals. Alongside AJ McLean, Howie Dorough, Kevin Richardson, and cousin Brian Littrell, he helped propel the Backstreet Boys to global superstardom. Their debut singles like "Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)" and "As Long As You Love Me" established them as international sensations, while albums like "Millennium" and "Black & Blue" sold tens of millions of copies and solidified their status as pop icons.

As part of the group, Carter contributed to a string of chart-topping hits, including "I Want It That Way," "Larger Than Life," and "Shape of My Heart." The Backstreet Boys went on to sell over 100 million records worldwide, earning multiple Grammy nominations and becoming the only boy band to notch two diamond-certified albums in the United States.

Outside of the group, Carter has pursued solo projects, releasing his debut album "Now or Never" in 2002, which reached No. 17 on the Billboard 200. He has also acted in television and film, authored a memoir, and continued recording solo music while remaining an active and central member of the Backstreet Boys through their reunions, tours, and residencies.

Early Life

Nickolas Gene Carter was born on January 28, 1980, in Jamestown, New York. Although his parents owned a bar in Jamestown, the family later moved to Florida. Carter has four siblings, including twins. After hearing him sing, his mother arranged for professional training, and Nick soon studied both vocals and dance.

As a child, Carter began acting and appeared in commercials, school productions, and even worked as a background performer in the film "Edward Scissorhands." He pursued singing at the same time, meeting future members of the Backstreet Boys through auditions. Carter later described his family life as dysfunctional during this period, and music became his outlet.

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Career

At age 12, Nick Carter auditioned for both the Backstreet Boys and "The Mickey Mouse Club." Accepted to both, he ultimately chose the Backstreet Boys, a decision that would define his life. The group officially formed in 1993 with Carter, AJ McLean, Howie Dorough, Kevin Richardson, and Brian Littrell. As the youngest member, Carter quickly became the "teen idol" of the band, attracting legions of young fans while balancing touring with his schoolwork under the guidance of a personal tutor.

The Backstreet Boys began gaining traction in Europe before breaking through in the United States. Their debut international album, "Backstreet Boys," arrived in 1996, followed by "Backstreet's Back" in 1997. By the late 1990s, the group was a global pop phenomenon. Their 1999 album "Millennium" became their signature work, selling over 30 million copies worldwide and producing the enduring hit "I Want It That Way." The follow-up album, "Black & Blue" (2000), added another 20 million sales globally, and by the early 2000s the band had sold more than 100 million records. Carter, with his boyish looks and distinctive voice, was central to their success.

In 2002, Carter became the first Backstreet Boy to launch a solo career. His debut album, "Now or Never," showcased a pop-rock sound and included the single "Help Me." The album reached No. 17 on the Billboard 200 and sold over 500,000 copies in the U.S. Its release coincided with tensions inside the band, as Carter opted to stay with their management company while other members sought new representation. Despite the uncertainty, Carter's solo career broadened his fan base, and magazines labeled him one of the world's biggest teen heartthrobs.

By 2004, Carter reunited with the group as they began working on new material. Their comeback album, "Never Gone," was released in 2005, introducing a more mature sound with singles like "Incomplete." Although not as commercially dominant as their late-1990s peak, the record sold well and proved the band's longevity. Over the next decade, Carter balanced Backstreet Boys projects with his own work. Group albums included "Unbreakable" (2007), "This Is Us" (2009), "In a World Like This" (2013), and "DNA" (2019), which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200—an impressive feat more than 25 years into their career.

Carter's second solo album, "I'm Taking Off," was released in 2011, supported by a European and Asian tour. In 2014, he teamed up with New Kids on the Block's Jordan Knight to release the collaborative album "Nick & Knight," which reached the Billboard Top 30 and spawned a U.S. tour. His third solo album, "All American," dropped in 2015 and featured a duet with Avril Lavigne on the track "Get Over Me."

Las Vegas Sphere Residency Earnings

As one of the most recognizable members of the group, Nick Carter benefits equally from the Sphere's impressive margins. Each performance adds around $560,000 to his bank account, and by the end of the 35-show run, Carter will have taken home close to $18 million. As a Las Vegas resident, it's especially convenient: Carter can drive to the venue, perform, and collect stadium-tour money without leaving town.

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Film and Television

Throughout his musical career, Nick Carter also pursued opportunities in film and television. His acting work began in 2002 with appearances in series such as "American Dreams" and "8 Simple Rules." In 2004, he booked a leading role in the horror film "The Hollow."

Around the time he rejoined the Backstreet Boys, Carter developed a reality series with his siblings. The show, titled "House of Carters," premiered in 2006 and followed the Carter family living under one roof. It ran for one season and eight episodes before being canceled. Over the next several years, Carter expanded into producing and directing in addition to acting. One of his most notable cameos came in the 2013 comedy "This Is the End," where he appeared with the Backstreet Boys.

In 2014, Carter returned to reality TV with VH1's "I Heart Nick Carter," which chronicled his life and relationship with Lauren Kitt. The following year, he competed on season 21 of "Dancing with the Stars," finishing as the runner-up. In 2016, he wrote and starred in the Syfy horror-western "Dead 7," which also featured fellow boy band members and other pop stars. He later served as a judge on the ABC competition series "Boy Band" in 2017 and appeared as a contestant on season four of "The Masked Singer" in 2020.

Personal Life

Nick Carter has dated many well-known celebrities over the years, including Paris Hilton. In 2008, he met Lauren Kitt, a fitness trainer. He proposed to her in 2014, and they were married later that year. They have three children together.

In September 2019, it was revealed that Nick had taken out a restraining order against his brother, Aaron Carter. Nick and his family reportedly felt that Aaron had made credible threats against their lives as part of an ongoing family feud. At the time, Aaron announced over Twitter that he had not seen Nick in four years.

Real Estate

Nick Carter owned a Hidden Hills estate—purchased for about $3.65 million in 2013, renovated extensively, and later sold for approximately $4.07 million in 2017. The gated property featured vaulted ceilings, a game room with an aquarium, guest house, and even a chicken coop built to match the main house. His family also previously owned beachfront property in the Florida Keys, which was sold by the Carter family in the mid-2000s.

In April 2017, Nick paid $3.6 million for a home in Las Vegas. This remains his primary residence, and today it is worth around $6 million.

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