Kevin: "Please Don't Tell..."
We got the inside skinny on Backstreet Boy Kevin Richardson's most intimate side directly from the horse's mouth - although he begged us not to publish some of it. But as they say in show biz, one you say something in media, the whole world has the right to listen!

First kiss: "I was in first grade. Her name was Gina Davison."

Fave form of affection: Hugs. When he's got a girlfriend he hugs her a minimum of 20 times a day.

Sensitive body part: His ears. He loves it when a girl nibbles and breaths into his ear.

Likes a girl who: Dresses sensuously, is intelligent, fun to talk to, has a nice smile and is not afraid to be herself.

Perfect date: "Good food, good conversation, good atmosphere and maybe dancing or a movie."

Important relationships: At 19, was engaged to a girl called Beth, but borke the engagement because of career aspirations and because he felt too young to be hitched.

Current relationship: "We're so busy traveling it's impossible to maintain a relationship, unfortunately!"

Favorite accessories: Silver rings on both hands, silver bracelets and two black leather bracelet on his right hand.

Hates: "People who are arrogant and/or racist."

What he looks for in a friend: Honesty.

PHysical fitness schedule: Jogs two miles every day. Alternates upper and lower body exercises every other day. Eats healthy meals, takes vitamins and gets plenty of sleep.

Sleeps in: Underwear.

Scariest fan story: He was once pulled off the stage by a couple of girls and he totally panicked, fearing he's be trampled underfoot by the crowd!

Most embarrassing moment: At a high school "farewell" party - the stage was wet and during the performance Kevin slipped and fell. Girls started laughing and Kevin was totally red.

Worst on the road memory: Got really sick in Japan from bad sushi.

First public apperance: In a Baptist church, when he was seven.

Non-pro appearances: Amateur contests and with a band in Lexington.

First showbiz job: At Walkt Disney World in their Character Parade portraying Aladdin and a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle.

Ambition: "I hope the group has a long career in the music industry."

Musical instrument: Piano. Started playing at nine, at 13 wrote his first song ("As Time Goes By") and now travels with a portable keyboard.

Most prized possession: A family phoot which he takes with him on travels, inside an evelop so it won't get lost.

Most obvious character traits: Serious, mysterious and a perfectionist. He is also very confident, mature, professional and especially considerate of fans.

Tells fans: To follow their dreams. Kevin believes htat if you can dream it, you can be it.

Describes himself as: "Sincere and serious."

Motto: Go for it!

Most used phrase: "What's up?"

Places he'd like to see: Jerusalem and Egypt.

Best qualities: Responsible, kind and good-hearted.

Worst qualities: Sometimes he is fiercely independent.

What makes him laugh: A good joke, a funny movie and Jim Carrey.

Proudest moment: "When we got our contract from the record company!"

Hiddent talent: He is a qualified ballroom dnace instructor.

Fave Foreign Country: Sweden

Fave animal: Lion

Fave drink: "My mother's ice tea!"

Fave actresses: Michelle Pfeiffer and Demi Moore

Drives a: Honda Accord

Fave song: "Ring Now, Hit Me Off" by New Edition.

- Teen Girl Power

February 1999


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