Ever wondered how the heartthrobs of your youth are doing? The members of New Kids on the Block, or NKOTB, aren't just clinging to nostalgia; they're living it! The American boy band that took the late 80s and early 90s by storm, formed in the cradle of American history, Boston, Massachusetts, back in 1984, continues to resonate with fans old and new. The quintetJordan Knight, Jonathan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Danny Wooddefined an era with chart-toppers like "Hangin' Tough" and "Step by Step," selling over 80 million records globally and amassing accolades that include two American Music Awards and a coveted Grammy Award.
As of 2023, those fresh-faced kids have matured, but their music hasn't aged. Each member now finds himself in his 50s: Jordan Knight at 52, Jonathan Knight at 54, Joey McIntyre at 50, Donnie Wahlberg at 53, and Danny Wood, also at 54. But age, it seems, is just a number for this iconic group.
Attribute | Information |
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Band Name | New Kids on the Block (NKOTB) |
Formation | 1984, Boston, Massachusetts |
Members | Jordan Knight, Jonathan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, Danny Wood |
Genre | Pop |
Years Active | 19841994, 2007present |
Key Albums | Hangin' Tough (1988), Step by Step (1990), 10 (2013) |
Awards | Two American Music Awards, One Grammy Nomination |
Record Sales | Over 80 Million Worldwide |
Charitable Involvement | Boys & Girls Clubs of America, American Red Cross |
Official Website | nkotb.com |