AJ: Capricorn

Birthstone: Turquoise-meaning success

Energetic, ambitious, and self-centered, but very conservative. Reliable, just, accurate to the last detail. Writes and speaks eloquently, but without originality. He has a great deal of practical common sense and is outgoing. Capricorns are usually tall and thin. They have heavy hair and large foreheads. He takes good care of himself. Born under the Virgo moon, he approaches problems in a rational, logical way. He has a sharp, analytical mind. AJ is a naturally adept communicator. Best companions: Taurus and Virgo.

Astrology of Love: Born with Venus in conjunction to the Sun, AJ is-no surprise-a natural born lover and a very attractive individual. Other people find him sociable and charming, and he is truly warmhearted. With this major aspect on his side, AJ doesn't have to worry that his chart shows few other aspects to Venus. He's already got the spotlight shining on his love life. But he does have two major aspects to Venus in his chart: an easygoing relationship with Uranus and a more difficult square to Pluto.

Like Nick, who also has a relationship between Venus and Uranus, AJ is a romantic. He's got all sorts of great ideas about how to woo the object of his affections. He is also a rebel in love. The fastest way to make sure AJ goes out with someone is to tell him not to do it. AJ can also be very sentimental. The square between Venus and Pluto in AJ's chart foretells of reversals and betrayals in love. He might discover, for instance, that someone he thought was perfect for him really isn't. His Capricorn Sun sign, with its love-vibe strengthened by conjunct Venus, means AJ is attracted to women who are responsible, well-organized, kind and caring. Ambitious people are an inspiration to him.

Name: Alexander James McLean

Nicknames: AJ, Bone, and Mr. Cool

Birthdate: January 9, 1978

Star sign: Capricorn

Birthplace: Boyton Beach, Florida

Eyes: Brown

Original Hair Color: Dark Brown

Dyed hair colors: Red, Bleached, Blue, Jet Black, [just the top] bleached

Favorite color: yellow

Favorite food: McDonalds

I'm a big ham and I gotta be out there and doing crazy stuff for no apparent reason, especially on stage..." admits A.J. But then, one might have guessed that there was something brewing when, as a youngster in his very first acting job, A.J. brought the house down as Dopey in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. In fact, by sixth grade, Alexander James McLean had appeared in 27 classics such as The Nutcracker, The King and I and Fiddler on the Roof. While attending junior high, A.J. won a part in Nickelodeon's High Honey, I'm Home and began an ongoing relationship with both Nickelodeon and the Disney Channel. A.J. sang, trained extensively in dance, and took acting classes.

When he's not working, A.J., who's a skilled puppeteer, spends time cartooning; writing poetry that inspires his songwriting, playing basketball, volleyball and shooting pool. His take on the tracks of the Backstreet Boys' debut album? "In my mind, they're gonna be hits!"

"And everybody looked at us, and kind of snickered, 'Yeah, they're a big flash in the pan. Give 'em one year and they'll be gone.' And little did everybody know. We've been around for six, almost seven years, and it feels good to get out there and gain respect, not only from the industry, but from other artists out there."

"I shop more than most women."

"I used to run when I was in high school. I didn't have much choice 'cause I didn't excel at any other sport."

"Sometimes you're with a girl and you don't know what you're going to say, so you say whatever sounds good and usually girls have a really good sensitive side, so you can go mushy on them."

"Before I get serious I'd have to say, 'Look, you better be prepared for me to hop on a flight right now if it's for the good of the band.' If a girl can't respect that then she's not the right one for me."

"I'd like a holiday just for me. I'd go and get in touch with myself-take a swim in 'Lake Me'! Nah, I'm kidding. It'd be cool just to chill out and be totally free with no responsibilities or worries!"

"Music is love, love is music; music is my life and I love my life."

"Bring on the women."

"Except when I'm asleep- then I'm naked."

"And then we sacrifice a chicken!"

"I stink??? Damn, sorry..."

"Hey, I beeped....and they felt me up with that little thing...it was good."

"See? No wind....LOTS OF WIND!!!....No wind...LOTS OF WIND!!!"

"It's like wearing saran wrap."

"I almost lost my pants onstage."

**If AJ hadn't made it in show business, he would have liked to study Psychology.

**AJ carries his own pillow on tour.

**His all-time favorite BSB song is '10,000 Promises'.

**One of his idols is Sammy Davis Jr.

**When AJ was little he had a lisp, and sometimes stuttered.

**AJ sometimes wears colored contact lens to make his eyes blue, or purple!

**He collects sunglasses & hat. He has designer and cheap brands.