I was born in the year 2000 and I agree one thousand percent. I wish so bad I was born in like 1990. I wish I coulda grown up in the 90s or been a teenager in the 90s. Oh my GAD Nick is so damn CUTE. I love him. *sighs*
Actually they weren't close at all. Nick always bullied Aaron. Aaron spoke up about the abuse he endured from Nick. If you watch The Carters: Nick was an asshole and a bully.
Aaron ended up being the perfect example of what happens when a kid is brought to the spotlight and doesn't have a steady support system surrounding him. I bet that the reason Nick is still around is that his homies in the band have supported him, or else, chances are he would either be in a dark place or have followed the path of Aaron and Leslie a long while ago. Their parents did not care for them. Makes me think of people like Lindsay Lohan and Corey Feldman. Others were more lucky, like Emma Watson. Guy was messed up, but that's because he did not get the help he needed. RIP.
I would never let my son be this way if he became famous I wouldn’t steal from him I would do everything right because that kind of money is a gift from god
He got help but professional help sometimes messes you up even more. He was on 6 psychiatric medications. Who knows what that effect did on his brain. I know this because I've been on psych meds before and it's a horrible experience from extreme side effects to dependence and withdrawal symptoms.
And it’s worse now. Cause Aaron passed away a month ago. R.I.P. sweet Aaron. Hope he’s in Heaven with God. And be in peace. It’s way better than here on earth.
@Random Commenter Nick has said his mother is a narcissist. Aaron could have a cluster B personality disorder like his mother, seems very likely as its often genetic. I personally think he has all the hallmarks of someone with Bordeline Personality Disorder just from what we see.
I feel bad for Aaron. He had no help emotionally and was hanging out with the wrong people. His mother was his manager when he was a kid and he was under the same label with the creator, con-man (big ponzi scheme), Lou Pearlman who created BSB, LFO, NSYNC, etc. Both took advantage his money when he started. His mother used her kids as quick way to get rich and wasn't supporting Aaron emotionally as a parent but acting like a manager. She wrote books about her sons to make more money for herself. Aaron had to filed for bankruptcy in his 20's. Working throughout his time as a kid and big star. Sold many albums, tours across the country -- singing and dancing on stage. His childhood was stolen from him and left with hardly anything from all those years of work 😔.
Aaron was so adorable when he was young. It's sad to see how far he's fallen nowadays. He's totally unrecognizable. Hopefully he gets the help he needs.
@@annyboul it would be a mess living around Aaron he was causing so much problems and loud music at late hours and thought he was better than everybody else and talking about how hes above everyone else with money wtf
This makes me so sad. I remember all of this from when I was a kid. Aaron was around my age. Maybe about a year older than me? He definitely deserved better. They all did. The industry is a cruel and evil place especially for children. Hopefully he is getting all of the peace and love in the after life that he was not receiving here on Earth. RIP Aaron and to all the child stars that lived a tormented life that were taken from us too soon ❤❤
Should KnowBetter because he had an abusive brother, addict mom, dealt with child fame, the death of his father, death of his sister. Have you no compassion? Nick Carter fans are showing their true colors in these comments. Like the guy above who said “gay boy”. That sums y’all up. Cruel people.
John McTim I’m a female you Neanderthal. Although the fact that you’re a homophobe surprises me exactly 0%. Let me guess... Trump supporter? 😂 Not sure how I know that but I do.
Alex Kess i doubt he’s a nick carter fan..definitely being an asshole, but I think to the average person it comes off a bit over the top to be crying over an old video of two celebrities you’ve never even met
I’m from Canada, and used to watch YTV Hitlist almost religiously as a kid. Remember this interview like yesterday. Sad how their relationship has turned out today. Hopefully things get better for the future.
How time quickly passes by and how change became eminent on these two brothers. If only things could have stayed the way they are the innocence, respect, and love of Aaron for Nick and vice versa. Things change. Now Aaron has embraced the dark side!
No wonder AC was so screwed up and thrown to the sharks when a middle aged tv reporter is asking a 10yo if he’s sought “love advice” from his older brother yet.
i remember first hearing aarons party (come get it) on the now 5 cd & that was how i first heard of him. i had the album, oh aaron & another earthquake! when they all came out. i remember first hearing one better & saturday night on radio disney when i was 10 too. i was soooo glad he was back when dance with me came out in 2009, listened 2 it nonstop & put it on my old ipod. i voted 4 him on dancing with the stars that year too. i listened 2 fools gold a lot when it came out too. r.i.p. aaron :( u were one of the biggest damn parts of my childhood & i’ll never 4get u :(
God bless Nick & Aaron Carter's Dad. I'm heartbroken that he left too soon. I can't believe that this was 20 years ago in 1997. Aaron Carter has been through so much pain.
I'm probably gonna get hate for saying this but there's a certain darkness about Nick that is visible here, even. It's in the eyes. Aaron seemed like a much sweeter person but also a bit too sensitive for this world, he craved to be recognized and his thirst for love and acceptance was like.. Wayy too intense. Even when Aaron went on the doctors TV show for "help" he was most focused on all the love he was receiving- everything was finally about him and there was no Nick in the picture. He just wanted to be accepted so bad, for someone to be like "you're just as good as your brother, you can be something big also.. You're also a star". Aaron felt undeserving of everything because he probably wouldn't have had all the same opportunities without his brother Nick.... Aaron felt like he didn't really have his own identity, his own brand. He didn't want to be known as "the troubled sibling of Nick Carter" and he knew there was a genetic component but also that he made dumb decisions over and over again... Even his sister was an addict. I don't know about their parents but I'm gonna assume messed up ssshit happened behind the scenes. I'm also feeling Aaron wasn't really sure about fatherhood, a part of him didn't really want it.. It was the end of his youth, sort of. Being young and the younger brother was all he knew. I also feel he had problems with settling down with just one person, not really the marrying type.. His bisexual feelings tormented him like "do I wanna be with a woman or a man or should it be some kinda poly situation, open relationship.." Nick.. Sort of became overprotective of his brother, "I'm your father, your guardian" and since Aaron was born to be a free spirit unlike Nick it felt super smothering for him. Perhaps also because he knew Aaron was sensitive and that the show business world is harsh and brutal, that it all could result in death if you're not careful.. And Nick's worst fear became a reality.
Aaron twin sister has a restraining order on Aaron too and that say a lot when his own twin even though they aren’t identical twins know each other more than anyone else could and it’s Sad I hope Aaron gets the help he needs I still love him
Damn it’s sad seeing how young and innocent Aaron was here. I don’t know what their relationship was like other than what the media portrayed but it sucks that they didn’t have a good one.
life happens to all lifeforms I save any judgement and just am happy these lifeforms touched peoples lives in some positive ways, love backstreet boys and Aaron
I do feel sorry for Aaron. All he wanted was a big brother he could learn from and look up too. That's why he's bitter now, because he never had that and he still craves it.
agree.... while Nick got fully support from his backstreetboys brother... they never gave up on him even though he not related blood with them... i wish he do the same to his own family... his own blood..
@@eijamieja5694 Nick tried to help Aaron multiple times. So did his other siblings. He's just freaking hard to reach out to. BJ spoke about it.The big difference is Nick was seeking help and he got it from the BSB, Aaron rejects the help and thinks everyone is to blame except himself. Nick wanted to change his life, Aaron only says so but doen't really want it. Did you see how he behaves and treats people on Instagram? You cannot help someone who doesn't want the help. The only way is to separate. He freaking threatened Nick's pregnant wife life. I wish Aaron the best though and I hope he really decides to get help.
Aaron had a cross on and seemed like an angel kid compared to now drugs/tattoos/evil /bad relationships with family ! Wow I feel bad for this dude! He needs prayers fast
what's the interviewer supposed to ask him about when his songs are "I've got a crush on you" and "crazy little party girl", and he's already produced music videos for them
@@ListentoBooks ummm. . . Nick Carter was conceived in the year 1980, not 1981. And Aaron was born in 1987. So that leaves them at a seven year difference.
What happened to this kid broke my heart... He was all alone.. Rip young man🕊️
Yeeeees,sooo soooo sad😔😭
From so big family to being alone..that’s why he was miserable
Definitely sad and all too commonly seen. Beyond personal family problems, mental health and substance abuse hurt so many. R.I. P. Aaron
Yes, and he was made fun of by heartless people. I bet kanye hired a hitman to drown him after Aaron spoke out about kanye.
@@truthseek3017 do u really think so?why would he do that to this innocent boy…he wasn’t happy at all
The 90's were hands down the best decade.
I was born in the year 2000 and I agree one thousand percent. I wish so bad I was born in like 1990. I wish I coulda grown up in the 90s or been a teenager in the 90s. Oh my GAD Nick is so damn CUTE. I love him. *sighs*
Azyesss😩😭😭
Not if you grew up in the them, it's by far the worst decade, 80's for me all the way.
Agreed. Miss it badly
The 1890s were shit. Wtf you talking about
Aww! Aaron was so adorable!!!! Rest in peace.
I'm gunna pretend Nick and Aaron are still like this and completely ignore reality.
Me too!
Well nick is the normal one of the bunch
Right? It sucks how things get when you get older...Aaron was so quirky and cute...he still has the same personality
Aaron is off the chain right now. Just beyond delusional, he's not well at all.
😂 yeah
How cute and adorable they were back then...they were so close..i suddenly feel sad
You gotta feel even worse today then!
@@chefmesser420 LMAOOO I came back to this too after the nojumper shit
Me too
@@jos_vermeulen What is the no jumper thing?
Actually they weren't close at all. Nick always bullied Aaron. Aaron spoke up about the abuse he endured from Nick. If you watch The Carters: Nick was an asshole and a bully.
Lol Aaron was dressed as a minion XD
yesssss love😍
He was the first minion
He is 6 feet under ground now
@@pepsitoast2348 no he was cremated smart ass
@@pepsitoast2348 hope he is doing well over there
Aaron ended up being the perfect example of what happens when a kid is brought to the spotlight and doesn't have a steady support system surrounding him. I bet that the reason Nick is still around is that his homies in the band have supported him, or else, chances are he would either be in a dark place or have followed the path of Aaron and Leslie a long while ago.
Their parents did not care for them. Makes me think of people like Lindsay Lohan and Corey Feldman. Others were more lucky, like Emma Watson.
Guy was messed up, but that's because he did not get the help he needed. RIP.
I would never let my son be this way if he became famous I wouldn’t steal from him I would do everything right because that kind of money is a gift from god
He got help but professional help sometimes messes you up even more. He was on 6 psychiatric medications. Who knows what that effect did on his brain. I know this because I've been on psych meds before and it's a horrible experience from extreme side effects to dependence and withdrawal symptoms.
@@explosive214
Do you think they stunted his growth as well?
Very sad where life has takin these two in their relationship! Heartbreaking!!!
Its where Aarron has taken it
And it’s worse now. Cause Aaron passed away a month ago. R.I.P. sweet Aaron.
Hope he’s in Heaven with God. And be in peace. It’s way better than here on earth.
OMG!!! Aaron is so little! He's so adorable! :)
Aaron made more sense when he was 10 then he does now.
Right
@Random Commenter Nick has said his mother is a narcissist. Aaron could have a cluster B personality disorder like his mother, seems very likely as its often genetic. I personally think he has all the hallmarks of someone with Bordeline Personality Disorder just from what we see.
Like Britney she degresed to a zombie, retarded zombie during her early days she seemed so wise, and clever! Weird!!!
Than
Mental illness is an ugly thing
It’s hard to believe that such a cute and sweet baby boy succumbed to drug abuse due to trauma. He deserved better in this life.
I feel bad for Aaron. He had no help emotionally and was hanging out with the wrong people. His mother was his manager when he was a kid and he was under the same label with the creator, con-man (big ponzi scheme), Lou Pearlman who created BSB, LFO, NSYNC, etc. Both took advantage his money when he started. His mother used her kids as quick way to get rich and wasn't supporting Aaron emotionally as a parent but acting like a manager. She wrote books about her sons to make more money for herself. Aaron had to filed for bankruptcy in his 20's. Working throughout his time as a kid and big star. Sold many albums, tours across the country -- singing and dancing on stage. His childhood was stolen from him and left with hardly anything from all those years of work 😔.
i really miss these brothers togather...they were such cute family...n sweet too
Their adorableness went through the roof
Oh Aaron used to be so adorable. I just want to hug him.
aaron: how do you know.?
nick: long time ago... fool..
hahaha
I know right that tickled me!😂😂😂
Poor Aaron. He was so sweet and innocent
Bob, Aaron and Nick.. now it’s only Nick. Dad and little bro is up in heaven looking down on him
That hair... 🏆
Everything looked so happy..little did we know.....😞
You said it
“I think I dated her”. The lie detector determined that was a lie.
he didn't date. just F*cked
Same goes for those weirdly shaped "breasts"
😂 that a reference to The MAURY Show?
Shubin Alam Hehe yes :)
Lol
Aaron was so adorable when he was young. It's sad to see how far he's fallen nowadays. He's totally unrecognizable. Hopefully he gets the help he needs.
Sadly he never did smh rip to aaron carter
😢
Very sad. I feel so much for Nick, I hope he stays strong.
Sorry just he was real aarogant and even all his neighbor's had enough of him
@@freedom4063 of who? nick?
@@annyboul no Aaron
@@annyboul it would be a mess living around Aaron he was causing so much problems and loud music at late hours and thought he was better than everybody else and talking about how hes above everyone else with money wtf
Not his fault. Aaron’s been through so much from when he was a kid.
This makes me so sad. I remember all of this from when I was a kid. Aaron was around my age. Maybe about a year older than me? He definitely deserved better. They all did. The industry is a cruel and evil place especially for children. Hopefully he is getting all of the peace and love in the after life that he was not receiving here on Earth. RIP Aaron and to all the child stars that lived a tormented life that were taken from us too soon ❤❤
Omg they’re so cute. It’s sooo heartbreaking their relationship went the way it did
I’m actually crying watching Aaron
Alex Kess relax buddy. It’s going to be ok
Because of how he turned out?? 🤣
Should KnowBetter because he had an abusive brother, addict mom, dealt with child fame, the death of his father, death of his sister. Have you no compassion? Nick Carter fans are showing their true colors in these comments. Like the guy above who said “gay boy”. That sums y’all up. Cruel people.
John McTim I’m a female you Neanderthal. Although the fact that you’re a homophobe surprises me exactly 0%. Let me guess... Trump supporter? 😂 Not sure how I know that but I do.
Alex Kess i doubt he’s a nick carter fan..definitely being an asshole, but I think to the average person it comes off a bit over the top to be crying over an old video of two celebrities you’ve never even met
WTF why is she asking them relationship questions, they're freaking children!
90's was a weird time
Lol ha ha i know hey?? They look like girls
What's wrong with that. Nick is old enough to drive. And Aaron I'm sure was sweet on a few honeys. People now are weird.
Because it was in the 90s when shit was real
Pedowood
Waiting for Aaron to pull out the diamond tester on this broad
Lmfao
😂😂😂😂😂😂
ded
My stomach hurts 😂😂😂
Lmaooo
I’m from Canada, and used to watch YTV Hitlist almost religiously as a kid.
Remember this interview like yesterday.
Sad how their relationship has turned out today.
Hopefully things get better for the future.
I was looking for a Hit List comment. Those crazy blow up chairs they had
Yup. The classic translucent multi-coloured bubble chairs 😆
I've been following Aaron the past few days.. Wow.
Yeah its sad what money an fame can do to a trailer trash junkie family
Whish back the 90ies :-(
Awwww nick carter too cute and he's brother
This is so sad. It all went wrong from the parents. Aaron would never guess he died young.🎉
Aww :)
The legendary haircuts :)
Aarons giggle 😩❤️ 0:39
I don't know why but I cry watching this. He was so alone when he died
How time quickly passes by and how change became eminent on these two brothers. If only things could have stayed the way they are the innocence, respect, and love of Aaron for Nick and vice versa. Things change. Now Aaron has embraced the dark side!
and now sadly he has passed on😢
Nick Carter is my crunch when I Wash Young until now,we love you both
Descanse en paz ,niño
A very proud big brother on Nick's face. He love Aaron, how i wish they would be okay again. 🙏
yes nick is very cute in young and sweet big brother ❤❤❤
I wish they would be okay again too, and Aaron was still alive with us.
No wonder AC was so screwed up and thrown to the sharks when a middle aged tv reporter is asking a 10yo if he’s sought “love advice” from his older brother yet.
look at the songs Aaron Carter was putting out "I've got a crush on you" and "crazy little party girl"
Aaron was so cute. God it's so sad he's gone.
i remember first hearing aarons party (come get it) on the now 5 cd & that was how i first heard of him. i had the album, oh aaron & another earthquake! when they all came out. i remember first hearing one better & saturday night on radio disney when i was 10 too. i was soooo glad he was back when dance with me came out in 2009, listened 2 it nonstop & put it on my old ipod. i voted 4 him on dancing with the stars that year too. i listened 2 fools gold a lot when it came out too. r.i.p. aaron :( u were one of the biggest damn parts of my childhood & i’ll never 4get u :(
I love then back then and now too!!!! So cute!!!!!!!! :-) :-) :-) :-)!!!!!!
RIP Aaron Carter 1987-2022.
Mushroom head arguing with Banana head haha
BAAHAHAHAH! xD
lmao
whaaaat😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Actually Aaron is the one and only can copy Nicks hairstyle...
God bless Nick & Aaron Carter's Dad. I'm heartbroken that he left too soon. I can't believe that this was 20 years ago in 1997. Aaron Carter has been through so much pain.
Poor this family..His dad die,and sister...😥😥
Rest in peace, Aaron🙏
aaaw, they are sooo adorable! SO SWEET
dang I remember actually seeing this on tv. gosh I feel old.
Nick Carter und Familie Ihr seit die Besten,ich bin ein riesen Fan von Euch,macht weiter so und bleibt so wie Ihr seit❣️❣️❣️
Aaron you went on to be a kick ass drummer
Wish I could turn back time to this good old days😥
Oh, G-d please intervene!! Nick please please help Aaron!!!! He needs you soooo much now! 😢
Arron is looking and acting more like he is five.
Possibly coached to try and appear cute?
Awww, he was so cute and innocent 💔😢
RIP to Aaron Carter 1987-2022😢
Aaron looks up to his brother here. Im coming from Aaron Carters No Jumper interview.
That was an amazing era.....I was in high school.
wow I used to watch the hitlist all the time..things have really changed!
wow before bob and aaron and Leslie.... man i miss the 90s
Awww how cute. 😔🤧😢💖💖💖
he a minion before they were cool
jkdfhsjdgfjds jfks as
HAHAHAHHA
Aaron asked:you think or you know? Lol yooooo he always threw shade at nick, but he’s real.
Aw Aaron is so cute and wise even at a young age.
Nick Carter 😍😍😍😍😍😍
I'm probably gonna get hate for saying this but there's a certain darkness about Nick that is visible here, even. It's in the eyes. Aaron seemed like a much sweeter person but also a bit too sensitive for this world, he craved to be recognized and his thirst for love and acceptance was like.. Wayy too intense. Even when Aaron went on the doctors TV show for "help" he was most focused on all the love he was receiving- everything was finally about him and there was no Nick in the picture. He just wanted to be accepted so bad, for someone to be like "you're just as good as your brother, you can be something big also.. You're also a star". Aaron felt undeserving of everything because he probably wouldn't have had all the same opportunities without his brother Nick.... Aaron felt like he didn't really have his own identity, his own brand. He didn't want to be known as "the troubled sibling of Nick Carter" and he knew there was a genetic component but also that he made dumb decisions over and over again... Even his sister was an addict. I don't know about their parents but I'm gonna assume messed up ssshit happened behind the scenes. I'm also feeling Aaron wasn't really sure about fatherhood, a part of him didn't really want it.. It was the end of his youth, sort of. Being young and the younger brother was all he knew.
I also feel he had problems with settling down with just one person, not really the marrying type.. His bisexual feelings tormented him like "do I wanna be with a woman or a man or should it be some kinda poly situation, open relationship.."
Nick.. Sort of became overprotective of his brother, "I'm your father, your guardian" and since Aaron was born to be a free spirit unlike Nick it felt super smothering for him. Perhaps also because he knew Aaron was sensitive and that the show business world is harsh and brutal, that it all could result in death if you're not careful.. And Nick's worst fear became a reality.
I love you my boyfriend from the 80s my childhood crush Nick Carter
90's
Rest In Peace Aaron Carter 🕯
I remember watching this on The Hit List.
Aaron: when?
Nick: Long Time ago foo
Hahaha gotta love em'
Both of the boys where cute back then I'm that same age as Nick 17
It's soo sad ..please God make everything better now 😢😭😭😭
Back in the day when nick didn’t haven’t restraining order on Aaron
Aaron twin sister has a restraining order on Aaron too and that say a lot when his own twin even though they aren’t identical twins know each other more than anyone else could and it’s Sad I hope Aaron gets the help he needs I still love him
R.I.P. Aaron
Oh my goodness, look how adorable Aaron is! Such a cutie. 😊
So sad 🔥😔🙏🏻 rip
They were so sweet
RIP Aaron Carter
Nick sounds like Micheal Jackson
Anyway , it’s so sad to watch knowing that they aren’t on good terms anymore 😭
Who here after the no jumper interview and allegations? 👀
Meeee and I was waiting for Aaron to pull out the diamond tester on this broad
@@shavedparmesanprosciuttoan4317 lol I know right
@@shavedparmesanprosciuttoan4317 Omg I am dying over here 😭😂😂🤣
I LOVE YOU NICK😻😻😍😍SO CUTE...the lady is so lucky😸😸😸
Both of my idol..❤❤❤
r.i.p aaron
Aaron looked so much like his dad. As kids and as adults, you can tell Nick was and is more withdrawn and shy. Aaron was much more outgoing and silly.
When he born it written that he die in the age of 34 years rip
Rest In Peace Arron carter
Damn it’s sad seeing how young and innocent Aaron was here. I don’t know what their relationship was like other than what the media portrayed but it sucks that they didn’t have a good one.
Nice to see this interview, when was this, 1997? Geez, I wonder what they'd say if they saw this interview?
I was 3 in 1997😂
They are so cute!
RIP Baby Aaron 🙏😢💐
Even though he wasn’t a baby. He was a tween. And yes, R.I.P. Aaron.
He deserves so much better. He’s one of those that deserve so much better.
@@natwalsh2710 His baby voice singing "im gonna miss you forever" still lingers in my head.
life happens to all lifeforms I save any judgement and just am happy these lifeforms touched peoples lives in some positive ways, love backstreet boys and Aaron
Nick looks like a female version of Britney spears😁
I thought the same omg
😂😂😂
His sister Leslie looks like Britney
Hahahah..😂😂😂😂
Britney is a female (woman)
I do feel sorry for Aaron. All he wanted was a big brother he could learn from and look up too. That's why he's bitter now, because he never had that and he still craves it.
agree.... while Nick got fully support from his backstreetboys brother... they never gave up on him even though he not related blood with them... i wish he do the same to his own family... his own blood..
@@eijamieja5694 Nick tried to help Aaron multiple times. So did his other siblings. He's just freaking hard to reach out to. BJ spoke about it.The big difference is Nick was seeking help and he got it from the BSB, Aaron rejects the help and thinks everyone is to blame except himself. Nick wanted to change his life, Aaron only says so but doen't really want it. Did you see how he behaves and treats people on Instagram? You cannot help someone who doesn't want the help. The only way is to separate. He freaking threatened Nick's pregnant wife life. I wish Aaron the best though and I hope he really decides to get help.
You are correct
Honestly it’s a surprise he hasn’t OD’d
This is why LILO will never get help. Everything is other people’s fault
Maybe hes just jelous because hes not the priorityof hes brother anymore...
Aaron had a cross on and seemed like an angel kid compared to now drugs/tattoos/evil /bad relationships with family ! Wow I feel bad for this dude! He needs prayers fast
This didn’t age well. R.I.P. Aaron.
This is sad to watch. When everything was innocent and fine. Aaron’s eyes looked exactly the same in adulthood as he did here at 10
Rip Aaron Carter
They have very similar voice , Aaron was so cute
mmm 1997 probably 98
He was like 8 and people were already asking about his love life wtf , he never got to be a kid
what's the interviewer supposed to ask him about when his songs are "I've got a crush on you" and "crazy little party girl", and he's already produced music videos for them
He was 10 in this interview video
i'ts so cute! nick bitching with a 10 year old LOVE ITTT
RIP AARON ❤
same. its too sad to me because my boys who were close when they were young dont speak right now.
damn how much older is Nick than Aaron. Nick look like a grown man and Aaron looks like a baby
They are 8 years apart, not 6.
@@ListentoBooks ummm. . . Nick Carter was conceived in the year 1980, not 1981. And Aaron was born in 1987. So that leaves them at a seven year difference.
😂😂😂😂
@RiskieQuickie but Aaron's birthday is in December and Nick's is in January so they're closer to being 8 years apart than 7
They were 8 years apart