We don’t usually cover celebrity news, as our focus is primarily on all things ink. However, sometimes the worlds of celebrities and tattoos collide. Just take Aaron Carter, for example!
For a brief moment, the talk of the town was Aaron Carter’s face tattoo. Naturally, that left many of us wondering what the fuss was all about.
To clear things up, we’ve put together this quick guide. If you’re curious about who Aaron Carter is, why this tattoo matters, and what’s happening next, we’ve got you covered!
Who Is Aaron Carter?
Growing up, Aaron Carter was often overshadowed by his older brother, Nick Carter, a member of the famous boy band The Backstreet Boys. Nick’s success led to a solo music career and acting gigs, leaving Aaron to try to carve out his own path.
While Aaron had his own share of music and acting success in the late 1990s, things took a downturn over the years. He faced financial struggles, legal issues, and battled drug addiction. Just when it seemed like things might be turning around, he unveiled his controversial face tattoo.
The Face Tattoo: A Closer Look
Let’s be honest—this tattoo is not great. Your first reaction might be “what is this?” Upon closer inspection, it appears to be a representation of musical icon Rihanna. Specifically, it’s based on her British GQ cover shot, photographed by renowned artist Damian Hirst.
Carter later clarified that it was inspired by Rihanna but not intended to be an exact likeness of her—which is fortunate, considering how far the tattoo misses the mark.
Why Is This a Big Deal?
You may be asking, “So a celebrity got a weird tattoo—what’s the big deal?” The tattoo itself might not be the main story here.
At the time Aaron revealed his tattoo, he was embroiled in serious legal battles with his brother Nick and sister Angel Carter. These weren’t just typical family disagreements. Aaron allegedly threatened to kill both siblings and their families, resulting in a restraining order against him and upcoming court appearances.
In the midst of this legal drama, Aaron suddenly decided to get a massive, odd face tattoo of another celebrity. To make matters worse, his tattoo artist revealed that Aaron initially wanted the ink to cover the entire middle of his face! After multiple face tattoos, the artist eventually gave up, refusing to continue any further work on his face.
It’s safe to say this is not a good look for Aaron—both literally and figuratively.
What’s Next for Aaron Carter and His Tattoo Drama?
What will come of this chaotic situation? The truth is, no one knows for sure.
Aaron Carter has promised to show up in court to contest the restraining orders placed against him. Whether this will lead to any family reconciliation or even more drama remains to be seen.
As for the tattoo, we can only guess how much more ink Aaron might get—and whether his face will be a canvas for further controversy.