Early Life and Education of Blake Shelton: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Blake Shelton. A timeline of key moments.

Blake Shelton is a prominent American country singer, songwriter, and television personality. He gained initial fame in 2001 with his debut single "Austin," which topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for five weeks. His self-titled debut album, which achieved Platinum certification, further solidified his success and produced two additional top 20 hits. Shelton's early success laid the foundation for a successful career in country music and television.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1990: Death of Blake Shelton's brother

In 1990, Blake Shelton's brother, Richie, died as a result of a car crash when Blake was 14 years old.

2005: Blake Shelton Met Miranda Lambert

In 2005, Blake Shelton met Miranda Lambert at the CMT's 100 Greatest Duets Concert. Lambert also sang background vocals on his cover of Michael Bublé's song, "Home".

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May 9, 2010: Blake Shelton proposed to Miranda Lambert

On May 9, 2010, after dating for four years, Blake Shelton proposed to Miranda Lambert.

May 14, 2011: Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Married

On May 14, 2011, Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert were married in Boerne, Texas.

January 17, 2012: Death of Blake Shelton's father

On January 17, 2012, Blake Shelton's father, Dick, passed away in Oklahoma at the age of 71, after a period of declining health.

July 20, 2015: Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Announced Divorce

On July 20, 2015, Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert announced their divorce, which was finalized later the same day.

2015: Shelton's Estimated Annual Income

In 2015, Forbes estimated Blake Shelton's annual income at $28.5 million.

2015: Blake Shelton started dating Gwen Stefani

In late 2015, Blake Shelton began dating Gwen Stefani, his colleague from The Voice. They bonded over their divorces during the ninth season of The Voice that summer.

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June 6, 2017: Shelton Revealed to Be Fourth Cousins with Robin Meade

On June 6, 2017, HLN aired a special called Our Journeys Home, revealing that Blake Shelton and HLN Morning Express host Robin Meade are fourth cousins.

October 12, 2019: Shelton Officiated Trace Adkins' Wedding

On October 12, 2019, Blake Shelton officiated at the wedding of Trace Adkins and Victoria Pratt in New Orleans, Louisiana.

January 2020: Shelton Discusses Love with Stefani

In a January 2020 interview with Gayle King, Blake Shelton expressed that he didn't know what love was until Gwen Stefani came into his life.

October 27, 2020: Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani announced engagement

On October 27, 2020, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani announced their engagement after dating for five years. Shelton proposed in front of her children at a chapel on his property in Oklahoma.