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Addicted: Backstreet Boy AJ McLean

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They never thought they would end up as addicts. Backstreet Boy AJ McLean talks about his battle with drug and alcohol addiction. Then, a Wall Street tycoon on how he blew millions on crack.



Backstreet Boy AJ McLean on his addiction.
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Coming Clean
AJ McLean went from the top of the charts to battling a serious addiction. Hear his struggle, and watch an emotional reunion with his band.


Related Resources


Backstreet Mom by Denise McLean and Nicole Gotlin
Learn more about the Backstreet Boys' charities:
  • Dorough Lupus Foundation: www.doroughlupusfoundation.org
  • JNN Foundation: www.johnnyno-name.com/foundation/default.asp
  • Healthy Heart Club: www.healthyheartclub.org/
  • Just Within Reach: www.justwithinreach.org/
  • Ocean's Campaign: www.justwithinreach.org/oceans/index2.html

TALK WITH OTHERS
As a BSB fan, I can say that I've truly been inspired by AJ McLean's struggle and more impressed by his strength. He'll always have our support.
— Posted by jojobanks

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