History of Ann Wilson in Timeline
Ann Dustin Wilson is an American singer and songwriter widely recognized as the lead vocalist for the rock band Heart.
June 19, 1950: Birth of Ann Wilson
Ann Dustin Wilson was born on June 19, 1950.
1968: Graduation from Sammamish High School
Ann Wilson graduated from Sammamish High School in 1968.
1974: Formation of Heart
The band, previously known as White Heart and Hocus Pocus, changed its name to Heart in 1974.
1975: Recording of "Dreamboat Annie"
Heart recorded their debut album "Dreamboat Annie" in Vancouver in 1975.
1976: Release of "Magic Man" and "Crazy on You"
"Magic Man" and "Crazy on You", both co-written by Ann and Nancy Wilson, were released as singles from "Dreamboat Annie" in 1976.
1976: Release of "Dreamboat Annie"
Heart, the band fronted by Ann and Nancy Wilson, released their debut album "Dreamboat Annie" in 1976.
1977: Release of "Little Queen"
Heart released their second album, "Little Queen", in 1977.
1978: Release of "Dog & Butterfly"
Heart released their third album, "Dog & Butterfly", in 1978.
1979: End of Relationship with Michael Fisher
Ann Wilson's relationship with Heart's manager, Michael Fisher, ended in 1979.
1992: Collaboration with Alice in Chains
Ann Wilson collaborated with Alice in Chains on their EP "Sap", singing on "Brother" and "Am I Inside", in 1992.
1992: The Lovemongers' "The Battle of Evermore" on "Singles" Soundtrack
The Lovemongers, a side band formed by the Wilson sisters, performed Led Zeppelin's "The Battle of Evermore" for the soundtrack of the movie "Singles" in 1992.
1997: Release of "Whirlygig"
The Lovemongers released their debut album, "Whirlygig", in 1997.
2001: A Walk Down Abbey Road Tour
Ann Wilson joined producer Alan Parsons for "A Walk Down Abbey Road", a live tribute tour to Beatles music, in 2001.
January 2002: Ann Wilson Undergoes Gastric Band Surgery
In January 2002, after struggling with her weight for many years, Ann Wilson decided to undergo adjustable gastric band weight-loss surgery.
2006: Ann Wilson Ranked Among Greatest Heavy Metal Vocalists
Ann Wilson was ranked 78th on Hit Parader's list of "Greatest Heavy Metal Vocalists of All Time" in 2006.
September 11, 2007: Release of "Hope & Glory"
Ann Wilson released her first solo album, "Hope & Glory", on September 11, 2007.
November 2009: Ann Wilson's Collapse and Alcoholism Treatment
Ann Wilson's struggle with alcoholism came to light in November 2009 when she collapsed and doctors diagnosed her with liver disease. This incident led her to seek treatment.
November 22, 2012: Performance of the National Anthem
Ann Wilson performed an original arrangement of "The Star-Spangled Banner" with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra at a Thanksgiving Day football game on November 22, 2012.
December 2, 2012: Kennedy Center Tribute to Led Zeppelin
The Wilson sisters performed "Stairway to Heaven" at the Kennedy Center tribute to Led Zeppelin on December 2, 2012.
2012: Ann Wilson's Public Revelation of Addiction
Ann Wilson bravely opened up about her past struggles with cocaine and alcoholism in 2012 within the band's autobiography, sharing that she had maintained sobriety since 2009.
2013: Induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Ann Wilson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Heart in 2013.
April 2015: Marriage to Dean Wetter
Ann Wilson married Dean Wetter in April 2015.
July 13, 2015: Announcement of The Ann Wilson Thing Tour
Ann Wilson announced her solo tour, The Ann Wilson Thing, on July 13, 2015.
September 18, 2015: Release of "The Ann Wilson Thing! – #1"
Ann Wilson digitally released her first EP, "The Ann Wilson Thing! – #1", on September 18, 2015.
July 22, 2016: Release of "focus"
Ann Wilson announced the release of her second EP, "focus", from The Ann Wilson Thing!, on July 22, 2016.
August 27, 2016: Dean Wetter's Arrest
Ann Wilson's husband, Dean Wetter, was arrested for assaulting his nephews, Nancy Wilson's twin sons, on August 27, 2016.
September 2016: Florida Mini-Tour
Ann Wilson embarked on a Florida mini-tour as The Ann Wilson Thing! in support of her EP "focus" in September 2016.
2016: Strained Relationship with Nancy Wilson
The relationship between Ann and Nancy Wilson became strained after an incident involving Dean Wetter in 2016.
March 21, 2017: Wilmington, North Carolina Concert
Ann Wilson's concert in Wilmington, North Carolina, on March 21, 2017, was featured in her film "Ann Wilson: In Focus".
April 2017: Heart Hiatus
Heart went on hiatus in April 2017, with Ann and Nancy Wilson pursuing their own side projects.
October 12, 2017: Release of "Ann Wilson: In Focus"
Ann Wilson's first feature film, "Ann Wilson: In Focus", was released on October 12, 2017.
April 14, 2018: Tribute to Chris Cornell
Ann Wilson and Jerry Cantrell performed Soundgarden's "Black Hole Sun" in tribute to Chris Cornell at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony on April 14, 2018.
August 3, 2018: Release of "You Don't Own Me"
Ann Wilson released "You Don't Own Me", the second single from her album "Immortal", on August 3, 2018.
September 14, 2018: Release of "Immortal"
Ann Wilson released her solo album, "Immortal", on September 14, 2018.
February 2019: Heart's Hiatus Ends, Love Alive Tour Announced
In February 2019, Ann and Nancy Wilson announced the end of Heart's hiatus and their upcoming Love Alive summer tour.
March 2019: Sisters Reunite Onstage at Love Rocks NYC
March 2019 marked the first time the Wilson sisters shared the stage since Heart's hiatus, performing at the Love Rocks NYC benefit concert.
May 2021: Announcement of the Rite of June Mini-Tour
Ann Wilson announced her Rite of June mini-tour, her first dates since the COVID-19 pandemic, in May 2021.
November 2022: Release of "Don't Tell Me"
Disturbed released "Don't Tell Me", featuring Ann Wilson, from their album "Divisive", in November 2022.
2022: Nomination for Songwriters Hall of Fame
Ann Wilson was nominated for consideration into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2022.
April 25, 2024: Start of the Royal Flush 2024 Tour
Heart kicked off their Royal Flush 2024 Tour on April 25, 2024.
July 2024: Cancellation of UK and Europe Dates
The June and July 2024 UK and Europe dates of Heart's Royal Flush Tour were cancelled due to Ann Wilson undergoing a medical procedure.
