Joseph Anthony Fatone Jr. was born on 28th January 1977 in Brooklyn, New York. Joey is a natural entertainer. Even as a small boy he had the special talent for always looking on the bright side.

     In his time at high school, because it was already clear to Joey that he wanted to pursue a career in show business, he opted for acting and music classes as his main subjects. When Joey was thirteen the Fatone family moved to Orlando. At the age of seventeen Joey was discovered at an audition for the " Beetle Juice Graveyard Revue " at Universal Studios. Here he was able to not only demonstrate his acting and musical abilities but also to let his sense of humor run riot. His favourite role in this show was playing the teeth - baring werewolf, which was meant to scare the audience. And who should he meet at Universal Studios ? Why, Chris, of course.

     In comparison to his band colleagues, this high - spirited young man with the charming smile is not a sports aficionado. Joey is a devoted and passionate " Superman " fan who also loves cooking ! Pasta is his favourite.

     The 'N SYNC " Superman " is a complete optimist ! With his sunny, uncomplicated manner Joey is a real possitiv element in 'N SYNC.With a good understanding of the seriousness of life, when Joey is asked what he would wish for if he was given three wishes his answer is, of course: " more wishes !".

     On stage Joey is the 'N SYNC member who most willingly and actively seeks interaction with the girls in the audience. His infectious smile and fantastic charm do make the girl's hearts beat faster. It is also amusing to notice that Joey is so busy flirting sometimes that he must really step on it to keep up with the others.