Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean Joins New ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Season

AJ McLean announced on Good Morning America that he would join season 29 of Dancing With The Stars.

He spoke about what the new gig means to his children, saying, "They are stoked--especially my oldest. She's been doing competitive dance now for the last two years and my youngest is obviously trying to follow in her big sis' footsteps, so they're both just elated. It's going to be awesome for them to watch daddy cutting a jig on TV."

Hs also shared the news with his fans on Instagram. "We're going for the mirrorball, baby!!," he wrote. "I am so grateful to @dancingabc and @abcnetwork for the opportunity to be joining this seasons cast of #DWTS. I also want to thank my wife and my two girls for letting Daddy go on this new adventure. I'm doing it ALL for you! Get ready, BSB Army, this is going to be a wild ride. LET'S DO THIS!!!!!!"

Kaitlyn Bristowe from The Bachelorette will also be on the show. The rest of the cast will be announced on September 2.