Lance Bass

Date of Birth: May 4, 1979

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

James Lance Bass, born on May 4, 1979, in Laurel, Mississippi, is an American singer, dancer, actor, film and television producer, and author. Best known as a member of the iconic boy band NSYNC, Bass has enjoyed a multifaceted career that spans across various entertainment fields. NSYNC, which included Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, and Joey Fatone, achieved worldwide fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s with hits like “Bye Bye Bye” and “It’s Gonna Be Me.” Bass’s journey in the entertainment industry began when he joined NSYNC in 1995. The group quickly rose to fame, becoming one of the best-selling boy bands of all time. After NSYNC went on hiatus in 2002, Bass explored other opportunities, including acting and producing. He appeared in several films and television shows, and even competed on “Dancing with the Stars.” In addition to his entertainment career, Bass is a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He publicly came out as gay in 2006 and has since been involved in various charitable endeavors and activism. He married his partner, Michael Turchin, in 2014, and the couple has been vocal about their journey to parenthood.

5 Interesting Facts about Lance Bass

1. Lance Bass trained to be a cosmonaut and was certified by the Russian Space Program, although his trip to space was ultimately canceled due to funding issues.

2. He co-authored a memoir titled “Out of Sync,” which became a New York Times Best Seller.

3. Bass is an active producer and has been involved in several film and television projects, including the documentary “The Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story.”

4. He competed on “Dancing with the Stars” in 2008 and finished in third place.

5. Lance Bass and his husband, Michael Turchin, became parents to twins via surrogate in October 2021.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lance Bass

1. “The thing I’m most proud of in my whole career is being able to come out and inspire others to be themselves.”

2. “I’ve always followed my dreams, and I believe in never giving up.”

3. “When you’re in a boy band, you’re always in a boy band.”

4. “The best way to predict your future is to create it.”

5. “Being part of NSYNC was a gift, but being able to live my truth is the greatest reward.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Lance Bass’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $22 million.

Children

Lance Bass and his husband, Michael Turchin, welcomed twins via surrogate in October 2021. They have a son named Alexander James and a daughter named Violet Betty.