Aaron Carter: The Little Prince of Pop 2023

Overview

Aaron Carter: The Little Prince of Pop is a 2023 documentary film that explores the life and career of pop singer Aaron Carter. Released as a television movie, the documentary examines Carter’s rise to fame as a child solo artist who achieved prominence by the age of nine. During the early 2000s, he became a mainstay of the pop music scene, touring internationally and recording chart-topping hits such as I Want Candy. He earned the nickname The Little Prince of Pop from Michael Jackson during this period. The film chronicles the transition from his early success to the personal challenges he faced beginning around age 20. The narrative covers his experiences with family turmoil, mental health struggles, and addiction. Additionally, the documentary examines the broader context of how the entertainment industry treats child stars. The production features appearances by Nogen Beck, Brenden Borrowman, Aaron Carter, and Olive Chiacchia. The film has a runtime of 57 minutes and was released in the United States on May 1, 2023, following Carter's death in November 2022 at the age of 34.