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In a moving Grammys in memoriam tribute that saw nods to many musical icons lost over the last year,Aaron Carterwas noticeably missing.
The former child pop star, who was known for his albumsAaron’s PartyandLØVË, died at 34 on Nov. 5, 2022.
The 2023 in memoriam segment featured tributes to a number of artists. Kacey Musgraves sang a haunting rendition of “Coal Miner’s Daughter to honor Loretta Lynn. Quavo and Maverick City Music performed his latest song “Without You” for Migos rapper Takeoff. Meanwhile, Sheryl Crow, Mick Fleetwood and Bonnie Raitt performed “Songbird” for Christine McVie. During the performances, additional names and faces flashed on the screen behind them.
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Though Carter was not included in the televised segment, PEOPLE confirms he was listed under the in memoriam section in the physical copy of the Grammys program.
Aaron Carter.Michael Bezjian/Getty for The Artists Project
His early hits included “Aaron’s Party (Come Get It),” “That’s How I Beat Shaq” and his cover of The Strangeloves' “I Want Candy.” Aaron opened on tour for the Backstreet Boys andBritney Spearsbefore embarking on his first solo tour in 2000.
The 2023Grammy Awardsare airing live on CBS and Paramount+ Sunday night from theCrypto.comArena in Los Angeles.
source: people.com
