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 an American country singer, songwriter, and television personality who debuted in 2001. His first single, "Austin," from his self-titled debut album, reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for five weeks. The album was certified Platinum and included two more top 20 hits, launching his successful career.

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

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 suffering from declining health.

July 20, 2015: Divorce Announcement

On July 20, 2015, Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert announced their divorce, which was finalized later that same day. They requested privacy and compassion during the difficult time.

2015: Dating Gwen Stefani

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

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2015: Forbes Estimated Income

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

June 2016: Opening of "Blake Shelton: Based on a True Story" Exhibit

In June 2016, Blake Shelton's exhibit, titled "Blake Shelton: Based on a True Story", opened at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, showcasing his career path and achievements.

June 6, 2017: Our Journeys Home Aired on HLN

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

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September 2017: First Ole Red Opened in Tishomingo, Oklahoma

In September 2017, the first Ole Red restaurant and entertainment complex, co-owned by Blake Shelton, opened in his hometown of Tishomingo, Oklahoma.

November 14, 2017: Named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive

On November 14, 2017, Blake Shelton became the first country artist to be named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive.

May 2018: Ole Red Nashville Location Opened

In May 2018, a new location of Ole Red opened in Nashville. Ole Red is a small chain of restaurants and entertainment complexes co-owned by Blake Shelton.

March 2019: Ole Red Gatlinburg Location Opened

In March 2019, a third location of Ole Red, a chain of restaurants and entertainment complexes co-owned by Blake Shelton, opened in Gatlinburg.

October 12, 2019: Officiated Wedding of Trace Adkins

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

January 2020: Shelton's Comments About Stefani

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

May 2020: Ole Red Orlando Location Opened

In May 2020, the fourth location of Ole Red, a chain of restaurants and entertainment complexes co-owned by Blake Shelton, opened in Orlando, Florida.

October 27, 2020: Engagement Announcement

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

July 3, 2021: Marriage to Gwen Stefani

On July 3, 2021, Blake Shelton married Gwen Stefani in a chapel on his property in Oklahoma.

March 2022: Shelton's Role as Stepfather

In March 2022, Blake Shelton discussed his positive experience as a stepfather to Gwen Stefani's three sons, stating that he has fallen in love with them.

October 4, 2022: Sale of Master Recordings

On October 4, 2022, Blake Shelton sold the ownership of his commercially released master recordings from 2001 to 2019 to Influence Media Partners.

December 2022: Bryce Leatherwood Wins Season 22 of The Voice

In December 2022, during season 22 of The Voice, Blake Shelton's finalist Bryce Leatherwood was named the winner, securing Shelton's ninth and final win as coach before his retirement from the show after the following season.

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2024: Ole Red Las Vegas Strip Location Opened

In 2024, the sixth location of Ole Red opened on the Las Vegas Strip. Ole Red is a chain of restaurants and entertainment complexes co-owned by Blake Shelton.