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Brian & Leighanne's Wonderful Christmas Spirit
Wish Upon a Star Surprise Date: December 21, 2001 Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Submitted by: Gina Cates 'Wish Upon a Star' surprise Richard L. Eldredge - Staff Santa got some celebrity assistance Thursday morning when some early Christmas presents were delivered to Riverside Elementary student Sarah Ussery. Sarah was touring the studios of Star 94 with her Suwanee classmate Danielle Kowalewicz when Danielle was asked by Steve McCoy and Vikki Locke to read her "Wish Upon a Star" letter to listeners. As rush-hour commuters blinked back tears, Danielle read how her friend (and mutual Backstreet Boys admirer) Sarah was having a tough time at home, where her mother is battling cancer and her stepdad, Steve Ussery, recently lost his job. That's when local Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell and his wife, Leighanne, materialized in the studio with a stash of gifts to surprise Sarah and her family. The Littrells have been listening to Star 94's "Wish Upon a Star" segments this month, in which local families in need are granted holiday wishes, and asked McCoy to keep them in mind. When Danielle's letter arrived, the Littrells sprang into action. "My sister-in-law read me her [Danielle's] letter over the phone," Littrell said, "and she could barely get through it . . . . We just wanted to help." In addition to autographed pictures and albums, the Littrells are paying the family's gas bill for the next year and circulating Ussery's resume at Coca-Cola. "Their kindness just blew me away," Ussery told Buzz on Thursday afternoon. "Sarah doesn't get speechless too often." The Littrells also have hired a photographer to take family snapshots of the Usserys this holiday season.
BACKSTREET BOYS WHEREABOUTS DURING NOVEMBER 2001.
The Backstreet Boys are currently in Japan doing 5 concert performances!!! Lucky For Japan!!! Australians are also hoping that the Backstreet Boys will pay them for a visit, but so far it doesn't look hopeful. Please pray for the Australians that they will eventually give them a few good concerts in the future!!
BACKSTREET BOYS CONTINUE TO TOUR IN THE MIDST OF THE AMERICAN TRAGEDY, AND HAVE HELPED THOUSANDS OF FANS TO MOVE ON WITH THEIR LIVES!!
BSB HAS PROVEN THAT EVIL CAN NOT WIN, THE GOOD WILL PREVAIL..... As a lucky Toronto, Ontario, Canada Fan I was with the Backstreet Boys in this time of crisis - and have managed to see all the good there still is in this world with their music, and the positive attitude they put forward. They are truly my heros for brightening up my week. Thank you to the Backstreet Boys for 2 Amazing concerts which I attended Between September 12 - 14, 2001. This week will never be forgotten!! I will always treasure the fact that I had my angels (BSB) here on earth with me, and saving me from crying the whole week. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. The Backstreet Boys Crew & All Their Fans Have Truly Lifted Up My Spirits.
"News From BACKSTREET BOYS.NET"
Much Music have cancelled the 2001 Video Music Awards in the wake of Tuesday's terrorist action in the U.S. "It is a time of uncertainty, a time to mourn, and to collect our thoughts and prayers. Out of respect for the victims and their families, MuchMusic has chosen to cancel this, the 12th edition of the annual event - and return in September 2002," said David Kines, vice president of Much Music. According to Much, Leighanne was slated to be on flight 11 to Los Angeles on Tuesday but cancelled. (*Thank God Brian Littrell didn't lose his sweet wife!!*) In an interview with Much on Wednesday, Kevin, in an unusually candid and somber mood wondered if Americans had become too arrogant a people in the eyes of the rest of the world and if the government had done something behind the scenes to provoke this tragic situation. According to Nick, most of the Boys were glued to the TV on Tuesday and could hardly believe their eyes. Howie was worried that a war of some sort may be the result of this incredible tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the families affected by the terrible events in New York and Washington on Tuesday. We would also like to express our condolences to the family of BSB crew member, Daniel Lee. He was aboard one of the planes that was hijacked. He was returning home to see his wife who was expecting a baby soon.
Go Crusing with Howie Dorough!!!
Always dreamed of going on a vacation with Howie Dorough from the Backstreet Boys?? Well here's your lucky chance!! Be with Howie on the cruise ship from Carnival Cruises and it helps raises money for The Lupus Foundation at the same time!!! For more information go to: http://www.cruisewithhowied.com/
Change In Opening Acts For Backstreet Boys
Shaggy will no longer be performing with the Backstreet Boys for their opening act. However, now Sisqo will be opening for the Boys for the remainder of their summer tour starting August 24th, 2001. Along with Sisqo there will also be our super girl Krystal!!!
AJ's Mom Talks About Her Son
Denise McLean (AJ's mom) will appear on 20/20 this Friday, September 10, 2001. She will discuss with Connie Chung the reasons why AJ needed to go to rehab.
Around The World (DVD/VHS) To Be Released In September
(preview from Backstreet.net) The long-awaited home video release, Around The World, will finally be released on September 11 on VHS & DVD. Around The World is a 90-minute documentary-style film which follows the Backstreet Boys on their legendary 100 hour promotional tour. The video includes extensive coverage of media events on the ground in each city, exclusive footage of the Boys on their charted 757 jet, and even includes shots of the guys flying the plane! Look for interviews and behind-the-scenes action all set to a non-stop bed of Backstreet Boys music from "Black & Blue" and their previous two releases. As an added bonus, "Around The World" will include a live video of "Shape Of My Heart," which combines five live performances from around the world into one never-before-seen exclusive video. In stores September 11!
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