Date of Birth: August 22, 1973
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
Howie Dorough, born Howard Dwaine Dorough, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and actor best known as a member of the iconic boy band, the Backstreet Boys. Born on August 22, 1973, in Orlando, Florida, Howie’s journey into music began at a young age. He developed an early interest in performing arts, participating in school plays and local talent shows. Howie’s big break came in 1993 when he joined the Backstreet Boys, a group that would go on to become one of the best-selling boy bands of all time. The band’s success was meteoric, with hits like “I Want It That Way,” “Everybody (Backstreet’s Back),” and “As Long As You Love Me” becoming anthems of the late ’90s and early 2000s. Throughout his career with the Backstreet Boys, Howie has been known for his smooth tenor voice and his ability to harmonize perfectly with the other members of the group. In addition to his work with the Backstreet Boys, Howie has pursued a solo career, releasing his debut solo album, “Back to Me,” in 2011. He has also ventured into acting, appearing in various television shows and movies. Howie is actively involved in charity work and co-founded the Dorough Lupus Foundation in honor of his late sister, Caroline, who passed away from the disease.
5 Interesting Facts about Howie Dorough
1. Howie Dorough is of Puerto Rican and Irish descent.
2. He co-founded the Dorough Lupus Foundation to raise awareness and funds for lupus research.
3. Howie has a black belt in karate.
4. He pursued a degree in Marketing before committing fully to his music career.
5. Howie and his wife, Leigh, own a real estate development company called Sweet D, Inc.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Howie Dorough
1. “Music has always been my escape and my greatest passion.”
2. “The bond we have as a band and with our fans is something truly special.”
3. “I believe in using my platform to give back and make a difference.”
4. “Family is the most important thing in the world to me.”
5. “Every performance is a chance to connect and share a piece of myself.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Howie Dorough is estimated to be around $45 million.
Children
Howie Dorough has two sons with his wife, Leigh Boniello. Their names are James Hoke Dorough, born in 2009, and Holden John Dorough, born in 2013.
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia: Howie Dorough](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howie_Dorough
2. [Backstreet Boys Official Site](https://www.backstreetboys.com
3. [Dorough Lupus Foundation](http://www.doroughlupusfoundation.org
4. [Howie Dorough on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/howie_dorough/
5. [Howie Dorough’s IMDb Page](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0234236/
