Brian Littrell And former Band’s Band’s Band’s Backstreet Bandymus Kevin Richardson publicly supported Brian’s son, Baylee Littrellaccording to his American idol elimination.
After leaving the reality competition show during a live elimination on Monday April 21, the Instagram reaction of Baylee, published the next day, attracted a loving response from his father, 50. “Bubba I am and will always be in your corner. You are so strong and so talented, and inspires me every day.
Three hours later, in a second Instagram Post who saw Baylee, 22, coverage Bob Dylan“Girl from the North Country”, Richardson, 53, commented a red heart.
Brian, who trained Backstreet Boys in 1993 alongside Richardson, Nick Carter,, AJ McLean And Howie Doroughremained alongside his son throughout his 2025 American idol journey. When Baylee heard for the competition, choosing to execute his own original song, Brian joined the hearing to sing the song with him.
Baylee also discussed the success of his father and the subsequent renown while appearing in the series, admitting that he felt the pressure of succeeding himself. “Following my father’s footsteps is scary because his career for me is one of the most extraordinary in music history. No one can ever compare,” Baylee told cameras. “I remember being 8 or 9 years old and they sold this huge arena and I was able to open for them. I just had my two little songs and I got out of the scene and when the guys continued, the cries and the lights were turned off. I was just fascinated.”
Baylee, who made the top 20, was started from the competition by the judges Carrie Underwood,, Lionel Richie And Luke Bryan During the first live elimination of American idol Season 23.

Brian and Baylee Littrell in 2019
Rebecca Sapp / WireimageSix candidates in total were invited to leave the show, including Baylee and Zaylie Windsorwho Underwood, 42, compared a young Taylor Swift.
The elimination of Baylee was a difficult pill to swallow for fans, who took its section of Instagram comments to show their support. “They do not know what they have lost in the series! But we are always behind you, and we will not let you go. The Baylee train is just beginning,” wrote a fan, while another commented: “How they were wasted your talent !! Best things come for sure !! continue to shine with that voice !!”
Baylee recognized its growing fans base in its Instagram Post reaction, sharing Tuesday: “My American idol The trip ended. Thank you very much to everyone who supported me this season. I love you all. “