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Backstreet Boy enters rehab.
7-10-01
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A.J. McLean of the Backstreet Boys was
recently admitted to a rehab. The 23 year-old will undergo a 30-day treatment
program for alcoholism, depression, and anxiety.
The remaining dates for The Backstreet
Boys’ Black & Blue tour have been postponed while A.J. receives treatment.
The other Backstreet Boys Nick Carter,
Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell and Kevin Richardson said in a statement
issued on Monday (7-9-01): "It's been suggested that we not be so forthcoming
about this situation, as many artists in the industry have in the past,
but we feel compelled as a group to be honest with our fans and not let
them down. AJ is our friend and our brother and we whole-heartedly support
him during this difficult time. Fortunately, AJ has realized he can't solve
his problems by himself."
"Because he is unable to be on tour at
this time, we are postponing dates and will make them up as soon as we
can," the group added. "At the same time we trust that our fans--who've
always stood by us--will understand this decision is absolutely necessary
in order for AJ to be well. We look forward to seeing all of you on the
road soon."
Here are the rescheduled dates:
Sept. 7, East Rutherford, N.J., Continental
Airlines Arena
Sept. 8-10, Boston, FleetCenter
Sept. 12-14, Toronto, Air Canada Center
Sept. 15, Ottawa, Ontario, Corel Center
Sept. 17, Montreal, Molson Center
Sept. 18, Buffalo, N.Y., HSBC Arena
Sept. 19, Cleveland, Gund Arena
Sept. 20, Detroit, The Palace
Sept. 22, Chicago, Tweeter Center
Sept. 23, Minneapolis, Target Center
Sept. 26-27, Calgary, Alberta, Saddledome
Sept. 28, Edmonton, Alberta, Skyreach
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