Nickolas Gene Carter is an American singer, musician, and actor who gained international fame as a teen idol. He is best known as the youngest member of the highly successful vocal group, the Backstreet Boys. Launching a solo career in 2002, Carter released several albums, including "Now or Never" and "I'm Taking Off." Beyond his music, he has also appeared in films and reality television shows, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in pop culture for decades.