The news of AJ McLean’s divorce is quite upsetting, as nobody expected it to happen. The Backstreet Boys founding member called off his marriage with Rochelle McLean after 12 long years. As it came out, fans started wondering what went wrong. Any assumptions?
AJ McLean is an incredible singer from West Palm Beach, Florida. He is known for his vocal pop group, Backstreet Boys. Born in 1978, he is now 45 years old. It was in 2010 when he made his album debut with “Have It All.” Did you not listen to his 2022 song, Smoke? It’s incredibly good.
In case you are looking for some of Backstreet Boys’ notable songs, make sure you listen to As Long as You Love Me, Matches, No Place, In a World Like This, Last Christmas, and Don’t Turn Out The Lights.
Besides music, AJ McLean is also an actor. He played the character of Johnny Vermillion in the zombie horror western film – Dead 7. One of his other acting credits was in Days of Our Lives. He even participated in Dancing with the Stars Season 29, partnered with Cheryl Burke.
Coming back to AJ McLean’s divorce from Rochelle, it also calls for a discussion of how things between them started. It was in 2011 when they tied the knot.
She is a make-up artist, hairstylist, and model. They shared an on-off relationship before exchanging vows. During their marriage, AJ McLean and Rochelle welcomed a couple of daughters – Elliot and Lyric.
It’s just been a few days since AJ McLean announced his divorce. Why did it happen? Here is what we know.
AJ McLean’s Divorce: Everything To Know
Initially, AJ McLean and Rochelle parted ways to work on their relationship. In other words, they hoped that they would reconcile as a family, especially for their children. It’s been a year since the two separated.
Now, a few days ago, the Backstreet Boys’ founding member, AJ McLean, made an official statement of their divorce. The post said, “While we have hoped for reconciliation, we have decided to officially end our marriage. It is with deep love and respect that we have made this decision.” The major reason behind their divorce is not publicized, but it’s assumed to be amicable.
One must note that AJ McLean and Rochelle are still on good terms despite their divorce. They have decided to co-parent their children. It’s also reported that the estranged couple is now “moving forward in the healthiest possible way with friendship.”
When AJ McLean and Rochelle met each other in 2008, the latter used to work as a waitress in a restaurant. It was after three years when they tied the knot in a Gothic-themed wedding at the Beverly Hills Hotel. In the end, they found marriage to be “hard” but “worth it.”
Despite having differences between them, the Backstreet Boys star gushed her for being his support system while he was struggling with substance use. Once, during an interview, the singer said, “If I were her, I would have left, but she’s always been able to see through the BS to who I am.” He became sober in 2021.
However, neither AJ McLean nor Rochelle McLean has filed for a divorce yet. It’s all good. Both AJ McLean and Rochelle are consenting adults. There will be no reconciliation between the two. Let’s not be disappointed and just respect their decision.
Best Wishes to both. There is no hatred between AJ McLean and Rochelle, but enough respect for each other. Sending loads of love to Elliot and Lyric. Make sure you follow AJ McLean on his Instagram account for more updates.
