Backstreet Boys Receive Hollywood Star

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The Backstreet Boys were "honored" to receive a Hollywood star on the Walk of Fame on Monday.

The group - formed of A.J. McLean, Nick Carter, Kevin Richardson, Howie Dorough and Brian Littrell - were presented with the 2,495th commemorative plaque on the world famous sidewalks. All the band members were in attendance to unveil the star located near the Live Nation building in the 7000 block of Hollywood Boulevard and their tribute is also near Boyz II Men's star.

Addressing a crowd of fans, Kevin Richardson, 40, said, "What an honor it is. What a beautiful day. What another beautiful way to celebrate 20 years together."

Nick, 33, added, "Backstreet is Back ... and we aren't going anywhere."

The Backstreet Boys also marked their 20th anniversary with a fan celebration at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles last Saturday.

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Backstreet Boys Announce Documentary

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Backstreet Boys will release a documentary to celebrate their 20th anniversary. The five piece - comprised of Brian Littrell, Nick Carter, A.J. McLean, Howie Dorough and Kevin Richardson, who rejoined last year after taking some time out - have hired Katy Perry's Part of Me 3D co-producer Stephen Kijak to direct the tell-all movie.

"We always wanted to make a film and now is the ideal time. With Kevin back, the fact that we are masters of our own destiny, a new album in the works and our 20th anniversary -- it all adds up to being the right time to share our story," the group said.

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Backstreet Boys Are Back For First Time Since 2006

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Backstreet Boys have reunited as a five-piece for the first time since 2006. The pop group - which is made up of Nick Carter, Brian Littrell, Howie Dorough, A.J. McLean and Kevin Richardson - took to the stage for Good Morning America's Summer Concert Series in New York's Central Park earlier yesterday.

The boy band performed '90s classics "Everybody (Backstreet's Back)" and "I Want it That Way" and Kevin - who rejoined the group three months ago after quitting in 2006 - admitted he was delighted to be back performing with his fellow boy band members.

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Backstreet Boy A.J. McLean Seeks Treatment

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BSB may have added an NKOTB -- but will they now lose a McLean?

On Thursday, Backstreet Boy A.J. McLean announced to fans that he'll be seeking treatment ... for the third time. The 33-year-old singer, who has a history of substance abuse problems, said he wants to get cleaned up before his group's tour with New Kids on the Block begins.

"For personal reasons, I've checked myself into a rehab clinic," McLean explained in a statement. "With 2011 being a busy year for Backstreet, I want to be healthy and perform and sing for people at my very best and happiest. None of this will affect our current tour plans and I look forward to seeing everyone really soon! Thank you for all of your support and respecting my family and friends privacy during this time."

Over the weekend, A.J. hinted via Twitter (of course) that a rehab stay was coming. "Thank u all for my bday wishes and tweets:)! Its gonna be a great year! I love u all and wish me luck! I start my sober journey tomm! Ttfn!" he wrote.

NKOTBSB will kick off its summer tour on June 2.

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