Lance Bass
Lance Bass
James Lance Bass (born May 4, 1979) is an American singer, dancer, actor, and film and television producer. He is best known as a member of the boy band NSYNC.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Lance Bass was born in Laurel, Mississippi, to James Irvin Bass Jr. and Diane Bass. He grew up in nearby Clinton, Mississippi, and developed an interest in space and music at an early age. He attended Clinton High School.
Career[edit | edit source]
NSYNC[edit | edit source]
In 1995, Bass was recruited by Justin Timberlake to join the boy band NSYNC, which also included JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, and Joey Fatone. The group achieved massive success in the late 1990s and early 2000s with hits like "Bye Bye Bye" and "It's Gonna Be Me." They released several albums, including No Strings Attached and Celebrity.
Solo Career[edit | edit source]
After NSYNC went on hiatus in 2002, Bass pursued various solo projects. He appeared in several television shows and movies, including On the Line and Zoolander. He also competed on Dancing with the Stars.
Space Training[edit | edit source]
In 2002, Bass underwent cosmonaut training in Russia with the aim of joining a Soyuz mission to the International Space Station. However, due to financial issues, he was unable to secure a seat on the mission.
Producing[edit | edit source]
Bass has produced several films and television shows through his production company, BAM Productions. Notable projects include the documentary The Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story.
Radio and Podcasting[edit | edit source]
Bass has hosted several radio shows and podcasts, including Dirty Pop with Lance Bass and The Daily Popcast.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
In 2006, Bass publicly came out as gay in an interview with People magazine. He has been an advocate for LGBT rights and has worked with various organizations to promote equality. In 2014, he married Michael Turchin.
Philanthropy[edit | edit source]
Bass is involved in various charitable activities. He has supported organizations such as the Human Rights Campaign and the Trevor Project.
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
Throughout his career, Bass has received several awards and nominations, both as a member of NSYNC and as an individual.
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