Articles about "country singer"
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Nostalgia4 months agoAt 13, Dolly Parton Earned 3 Encores During Grand Ole Opry Debut
Dolly Parton made her Grand Ole Opry debut at 13 on July 25, 1959, earning three encores before becoming one of country music's most iconic stars.
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Country Music6 months agoCountry Fans Still Get Emotional Hearing This Trace Adkins Song
Nearly 20 years later, Trace Adkins' 'You're Gonna Miss This' still moves parents to tears as kids grow up, leave home, and start families of their...
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Famous Families2 years agoToby Keith’s Biggest Supporters Were His 3 Kids Before His Death: Meet His Children With Wife Tricia
Country singer Toby Keith could always count on the support of his family. In June 2022, the CMA Award winner revealed that he received a devastating...
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News2 years agoCountry Singer Ashley McBryde Has Been Candid About Her Weight Loss Journey: Transformation Photos
Despite getting her big break in the country music industry, Ashley McBryde’s message has remained the same — staying true to who she is. The “One...
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News2 years agoTanya Tucker Lost 40 Pounds After Changing Her Diet! See Before and After Photos of Her Weight Loss
Tanya Tucker is not shy about sharing details about her weight loss journey. The country singer lost more than 40 pounds after making a huge change...
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News2 years agoIs Country Superstar Willie Nelson Sick? Inside the Longtime Singer’s Health Battles Over the Years
Willie Nelson turned 91 in April 2024 and the country superstar is still enjoying life on stage. However, that doesn’t mean the singer hasn’t had a...
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News2 years agoWillie Nelson’s Loved Ones Are ‘Watching Him Like a Hawk’ Since 91-Year-Old Insists on Performing
Willie Nelson is back on stage, but he is still extremely fragile as shown in recent social media footage — and sources exclusively tell Closer his...
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News2 years agoMark Chesnutt’s Health in ‘Serious Decline’: ‘He’ll Be Devastated If He Can’t Perform’
Mark Chesnutt once stood tall with Garth Brooks and Alan Jackson in ushering in the 1990s country music resurgence with 20 Top 10 hits that decade...
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News2 years agoToby Keith’s Will Was Written Just Months After Revealing Stomach Cancer Diagnosis to the World
After revealing his stomach cancer diagnosis to his fans in June 2022, Toby Keith finalized his will on December 15, 2022. Court documents obtained by In...
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News2 years agoGeorge Strait’s Record-Breaking Concert Was ‘Immensely Gratifying’ for the Country Star
Country star George Strait ain’t chopped liver when it comes to drawing a crowd — even if his former opening act Taylor Swift is cleaning up...
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Entertainment3 years agoTyler Hubbard Says Florida Georgia Line Breakup Was Brian Kelley’s Idea: ‘It Was Really Unexpected’
Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley initially shocked fans when they announced their band was breaking up in early 2022. Years later, Tyler, 37,...
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News3 years agoBlake Shelton Teases Possible Return to ‘The Voice’ Under 1 Condition: ‘I Miss the People’
Blake Shelton admitted that he is not opposed to returning to The Voice as a coach under one condition. “If they were ever able to put...
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News3 years agoCountry Star Colt Ford Wants to Return to the Stage After Heart Attack, Is a ‘Trouper’: Sources
Country star Colt Ford had a heart attack that laid him low just minutes after finishing a concert for his devoted fans in Arizona. Ford —...
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News3 years agoDid Keith Urban Get Plastic Surgery? See Photos of the Singer’s Transformation Over the Years
Keith Urban launched his country music career in 1990 and never looked back! The “You Look Good in My Shirt” singer’s age-defying appearance has baffled fans,...
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News3 years agoGeorge Strait May Quit Performing After Deaths of Manager and Band Member: Source
George Strait is reeling from the loss of two longtime pals — and friends believe the double tragedy may cause the country king to hang up...
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News3 years agoToby Keith Returned to the Stage Before His Death: Inside the Country Singer’s Cancer Journey
Toby Keith sold out arenas, produced chart-topping hits and was one of the most popular faces in the country music scene for more than 25 years....
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News3 years agoWynonna Judd Shares Rare Look at Her Home Life During Snow Day With Husband Cactus Moser [Watch]
Getting cozy! Wynonna Judd spent a snow day with her loved ones by her side. The “Why Not Me” singer documented a cold winter day at...
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News3 years agoHow Many Wives Has Willie Nelson Had? Details on the Country Star’s Multiple Marriages Over the Years
Willie Nelson’s new docuseries Willie Nelson & Family hit Paramount+ on December 21 and takes a closer look at the country superstar’s life. In it, fans...
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News3 years agoAshley McBryde Shows Off Dramatic Weight Loss Transformation at ‘CMA Country Christmas’ Special
Ashley McBryde looked absolutely stunning at the CMA Country Christmas special this year. The “One Night Standards” singer showed off her dramatic weight loss transformation in a...
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Couples3 years agoWho Is Naomi Judd’s Husband Larry Strickland? Inside the Late Singer’s Marriage Before Her Death
Naomi Judd was married to her husband, Larry Strickland, for 33 years before her death on April 30, 2022. Her family and spouse continue to keep...
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Couples3 years agoTrace Adkins’ Wife Victoria Pratt: Get to Know the Stunning Actress He Met on a Film Set
Country star Trace Adkins has found love again! The “Hot Mama” singer married actress Victoria Pratt in October 2019. Their Louisiana ceremony was officiated by Blake Shelton. Trace and his...
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Famous Families3 years agoCountry Star Trace Adkins Is a Father of 5! Meet His Beautiful Daughters
Country star Trace Adkins is a proud girl dad! His five daughters are all grown up now, but he is a doting father in between his show-stopping performances....
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News3 years agoWhy Doesn’t Dolly Parton Text? The Singer Reveals Her Shocking Preferred Method of Communication
Friends of Dolly Parton know that the country singer’s preferred method of communication is rather unconventional. The music icon is a self-proclaimed “low-tech girl in a...
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Style3 years agoThomas Rhett Decorates His Home for the Holidays With His 4 Daughters and Wife Lauren [Photos]
Thomas Rhett’s four daughters are counting down the days until Santa Claus’ arrival this year! The “Die a Happy Man” singer and his wife, Lauren Akins,...
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News3 years agoDolly Parton Dresses as Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader for Thanksgiving Day Halftime Performance
Dolly Parton’s Thanksgiving Day performance was worthy of a touchdown! The country icon took the stage at the Salvation Army’s 27th annual Red Kettle Kickoff Halftime...
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Style3 years agoWe Will Always Love You, Dolly Parton! See the Country Icon’s Transformation Through the Years
Ever since her rise to fame in the early 1970s, Dolly Parton has singlehandedly made the country fandom fall in love with her. The beloved “I...
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Couples3 years agoIs Tanya Tucker Married? Inside the Country Singer’s Relationship History and Love Life
Tanya Tucker’s catchy songs have helped her cement herself as one of country music’s most respected stars. In her personal life, the singer’s romantic relationships have...
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News3 years agoInside Alan Jackson’s Battle With Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease: Updates on the Singer’s Health
Alan Jackson first announced he was diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, which has affected his performance abilities, a few years ago. The country music artist revealed whether...
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Famous Families3 years agoTanya Tucker’s 3 Kids All Followed in Her Footsteps! Meet the Country Singer’s Children
Tanya Tucker’s hit “Delta Dawn” cemented her as a country music superstar in the ‘70s, but that’s not the only incredible achievement in her life! The...
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News3 years agoKenny Chesney Revealed the Secret to His Weight Loss Transformation! See Before and After Photos
For more than a decade, Kenny Chesney has been focused on his fitness journey to help him reach his peak potential on stage. The country music...
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News3 years agoZac Brown’s Weight Loss Transformation Is Thanks to His Hard Work in the Gym! See Photos
As the cofounder and the lead singer of the Zac Brown Band, Zac Brown has proven to be quite an extraordinary talent in the country music...
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News3 years agoWho Is Zac Brown’s Wife? Inside Country Singer’s Marriages to Kelly Yazdi and Ex Shelly Brown
Zac Brown is off the market! The country singer is set to perform with his band at the CMA Awards on November 8, 2023, which has...
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News3 years agoGeorge Jones’ Wife Nancy Jones Helped Him Fight His ‘Demons’ During Sobriety Journey: ‘I Miss Him’
On his 80-acre estate outside of Nashville, country music legend George Jones liked to feed the fish. “We had a big ol’ pond, and he loved...
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News3 years agoTrace Adkins Has Undergone a Noticeable Weight Loss Transformation: See Before and After Photos
In 1996, Trace Adkins released his first single, “There’s a Girl in Texas,” to rave reviews. His country music career has only gotten busier since then....
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Entertainment3 years agoDolly Parton and Eric Church Share the Stage to Honor Keith Urban at Songwriters Hall of Fame [Photos]
Country music’s biggest stars were out in full force at the 53rd Anniversary Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala at Music City Center on Wednesday, October...
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Entertainment3 years agoWynonna Judd Stuns at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards With Husband Cactus Moser: Photos
Wynonna Judd looked stunning on the red carpet at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards on Thursday, September 28. The “Why Not Me” songstress posed for...
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Entertainment3 years agoToby Keith Steps Out With Wife Tricia at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards: See Photos
With a huge smile on his face, Toby Keith walked the red carpet at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards on Thursday, September 28. The “Red...
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Style4 years agoReba McEntire Can Rock Anything From Gowns to Blue Jeans — See the Country Star’s Style Transformation!
Every time fans see iconic country singer Reba McEntire hit the red carpet, she looks even better than the time before. As an entertainer, Reba knows...
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Famous Families4 years agoEric Church Shares Sons Boone and Tennessee With Wife Katherine Blasingame: Get to Know Them!
Eric Church is all about being a doting dad. Though it feels like the country music star is always on the road for his legendary career,...
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News4 years agoCountry Singer Luke Bell’s Cause of Death Revealed After He Was Reported Missing in Arizona
Country singer Luke Bell’s cause of death has been revealed. The musician died at age 32 on Friday, August 26, from fentanyl intoxication, according to an...
‘General Hospital’ and ‘One Life to Live’ Star Shares Heartbreaking News About Husband’s Sudden Death
General Hospital and One Life to Live alum Bree Williamson recently revealed a heartbreaking tragedy. The soap star’s husband, BoJack...
‘Miami Vice’ Star, 71, Looks Unrecognizable During Rare Outing Ahead of Movie Reboot
A familiar face from one of the biggest television shows of the 1980s looks nearly unrecognizable now. Michael Talbott, who...