GETTING PERSONAL
Full real name: Howard Dwaine Dorough
Nicknames: Howie D. and Sweet D.
Birthdate: 8/22/73
Birthplace: Orlando, Florida
Current residence: Orlando, Fl.
Height: 5'6"
Eye color: Brown
Hair color: Brown
Parents: Hoke & Paula Dorough
Brothers and sisters: Angie, Caroline, Polly Anna, John
Pets: Himalayan Cat named Christopher & Pekingese Dog named Oscar
FAVORITES
Place and why: New York because I love the fast pace!
Musician/band and why: Jon Secada because of his Spanish/English style of music.
Boyz II Men & New Edition because of their vocals.
Actor and actress: Tom Hanks & Demi Moore
Movies: Outsiders and Jerry Maguire
Book: Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory
TV show: Fresh Prince of Bel Air
Color: Purple
Drink: Ginger Ale
Food: Oriental
Subject in school: Math
Magazines: BOP & BB
MORE DOROUGH DETAILS
Best childhood memory: Christmas at home
Best buddies: My father, mother, brother and sisters. Also my friends Rick and Sally.
Who's been the most influential person in your life and why: My sister Polly Anna
because she's an entertainer and got me started doing the same at a young age.
Describe yourself in five words: Caring, loving, sharing, honest and sincere
Hobbies: Acting, Dancing, Water sports and going to the movies
Habits: Worry too much about little things and I'm very indecisive.
First job: I acted as a Munchkin in the play "The Wizard of Oz" at age 6.
Message to your fans: Thanks for all your support and keep the Backstreet Pride Alive!