Baylee Littrell Joins 'American Idol' Season 23

Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys proudly announced that his 22-year-old son, Baylee Littrell, will compete on Season 23 of 'American Idol.' Baylee, who has grown up in the music scene, previously teased his audition on Instagram and expressed excitement for the upcoming season premiere on March 9, 2025. Brian shared that Baylee is experiencing the hard work required in the music industry, noting his son's recent texts about the challenges of the competition. Having been part of the Backstreet Boys' world since childhood, Baylee has performed alongside the group, even opening for them on tours. His father reminisced about Baylee's early memories of recognizing his dad's fame and performing on stage at a young age. Baylee's journey mirrors his father's as he aims to carve out his own path in music, including a Broadway debut at just 13 years old.