BSB News

Caroline Cochran (Dorough)

On the 12th September, Howie D's sister Caroline passed away. She had been fighting with an immune system disease called Lupus, but sadly lost her battle with it. It was shocking to not only Howie and his family, but also to the rest of the Backstreet Boys and fans all around the world. Our hearts go out to everyone who was effected by Caroline's death, especially to her family.

The following paragraphs were taken from the Official Backstreet Boys Web Page and should be read by everyone who wants to help Caroline's family and other people who suffer from this disease and their families.

A Message From Howie D.

Regarding the recent passing of my sister, Caroline Cochran.

The outpouring of emotion and sympathy I have received from the fans and the media has been overwhelming. Caroline was only 37 when she lost her battle with the disease called Lupus. This disease effects the immune system, often striking young people like my sister, in their prime.

I would request that instead of sending card and gifts in memory of my sister, a donation could be made to the fund I have established in her name. This donation would help towards the research of Lupus with hope a cure could be found, and no family would have to suffer a loss such as ours.

You can send any donations to:

Caroline Cochran - Lupus Fund at Florida Hospital c/o Florida Hospital Foundation 616 E. Rollins St. Suite 103 Orlando, FL 32803

Thank you.

Howie D. of the Backstreet Boys

 

If you do want to send your condolences to Howie and his family, please write to:

 

Regarding this, I was disturbed to hear about some so called 'fans' who were complaining about the BSB concert that was cancelled due to this tragedy. This is already someone else's story, but if you want to read it, just visit Michelle's Mega Backstreet Boys Page, and check out her tribute to Caroline. And if you just happen to be Howie, a relative, or a friend of his family, it is well worth the time to read her tribute. Thanks Michelle.

 

The Backstreet Boys Are Not Breaking Up!

For a few months now there have been rumours going around that the BSB's are breaking up! IGNORE THE RUMOURS!!! The Backstreet Boys announced themselves that they were definitely not breaking up and were not even thinking about it. The following was taken from TV Hits, October 1998 issue.

Backstreet Boys fans all over the world freaked out when they heard rumours that the group was splitting up. The news spread from German television through to the UK tabloids and then into the TV HITS office! As a result, the BSBs realease the following statement:

"We want our fans to know that we are absolutely not splitting up, these rumours are 100 per cent false. Our plans are to finish up our North American tour and then head straight into the studio to finish our new album. We couldn't be happier with our success and the dedication of our fans who have been there since the beginning."

To thank their fans, the guys are releasing a special limited edition home video of an intimate performance filmed earlier this year!