A Touching Comment and Encouragement
In a bittersweet moment, Nick Carter, member of the popular boy band Backstreet Boys, shared a heartfelt video on social media. Carter can be seen offering encouragement to his son, captioning the post with the words “Cherishing these moments.”
A Devastating Loss
This heartwarming family moment comes just a week after the sudden and tragic death of Carter’s sister, Bobbie Jean. The Hillsborough Sheriff’s Department confirmed that Bobbie Jean was found “unresponsive” in her Florida home bathroom on December 23, 2023.
No Foul Play Detected
An investigation conducted by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office revealed that there were no signs of foul play. Although Bobbie Jean had previously faced legal issues related to cocaine possession, no evidence of narcotics or personal paraphernalia was found in her room or bathroom.
A Year of Loss
Bobbie Jean’s passing comes almost a year after the tragic death of Carter’s brother, Aaron Carter. The former pop star’s death was ruled as an accident, caused by drowning with the “effects of difluoroethane and alprazolam” listed as contributing factors.
An Emotional Process of Healing
Nick Carter opened up about the overwhelming grief he is experiencing, stating, “It’s still unbelievable to me. I’m still processing the whole situation and trying to make sense of it – because it hasn’t.”
He expressed his deep love and longing for his brother, emphasizing his hope that one day it will all make sense. Through tears, Carter acknowledged the ongoing struggle to come to terms with the loss.
NOTE: Stephanie Giang-Paunon contributed to this report.