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 launched his career in 2001 with his debut single "Austin," which topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for five weeks. His debut album, also titled Blake Shelton, achieved Platinum certification and included two additional top 20 hits, establishing him as a significant figure in country music.
1936: Birth of Dorothy Ann (née Bristol)
In 1936, Dorothy Ann (née Bristol), Blake Shelton's mother, was born. She was a beauty salon owner.
1940: Birth of Richard Lee "Dick" Shelton
In 1940, Richard Lee "Dick" Shelton, Blake Shelton's father, was born. He worked as a car salesman.
June 18, 1976: Blake Shelton Born
On June 18, 1976, Blake Tollison Shelton was born in Ada, Oklahoma, marking the beginning of his life and future career as a country singer.
November 13, 1990: Death of Richie Shelton
On November 13, 1990, Blake Shelton's older brother, Richie Shelton, died in an automobile accident at the age of 24, a tragic event for the Shelton family.
1990: Death of Blake Shelton's Brother
In 1990, Blake Shelton's brother, Richie, died in a car crash when Blake was 14 years old.
November 17, 2003: Marriage to Kaynette Gern
On November 17, 2003, Blake Shelton married Kaynette Gern.
2005: Meeting Miranda Lambert
In 2005, Blake Shelton met singer Miranda Lambert at the CMT's 100 Greatest Duets Concert.
2006: Divorce from Kaynette Gern
In 2006, Blake Shelton and Kaynette Gern divorced.
May 9, 2010: Engagement to Miranda Lambert
On May 9, 2010, Blake Shelton proposed to Miranda Lambert after dating for four years.
May 2010: Flooding of the Grand Ole Opry House
In May 2010, the Cumberland River flooded the Grand Ole Opry House.
May 14, 2011: Marriage to Miranda Lambert
On May 14, 2011, Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert were married in Boerne, Texas.
May 2011: Wedding to Miranda Lambert
In May 2011, Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert got married, marking a significant event in their personal lives.
January 17, 2012: Death of Blake Shelton's Father
On January 17, 2012, Blake Shelton's father, Dick, died at the age of 71 in Oklahoma, following a period of declining health.
2012: Death of Richard Lee "Dick" Shelton
In 2012, Richard Lee "Dick" Shelton, Blake Shelton's father, passed away.
July 2015: Divorce from Miranda Lambert
In July 2015, Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert announced their divorce, which was finalized the same day.
2015: Estimated Annual Income
In 2015, Forbes estimated Blake Shelton's annual income at $28.5 million.
2015: Dating Gwen Stefani
In late 2015, Blake Shelton started dating Gwen Stefani, his colleague from The Voice.
June 6, 2017: Fourth Cousins Revealed
On June 6, 2017, a special called Our Journeys Home revealed that Blake Shelton and HLN host Robin Meade are fourth cousins.
September 2017: Ole Red Tishomingo Opening
In September 2017, the first Ole Red restaurant and entertainment complex, co-owned by Blake Shelton, opened in Tishomingo, Oklahoma.
November 14, 2017: People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive
On November 14, 2017, Blake Shelton was named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive.
May 2018: Ole Red Nashville Opening
In May 2018, a new Ole Red location opened in Nashville.
March 2019: Ole Red Gatlinburg Opening
In March 2019, a new Ole Red location opened in Gatlinburg.
October 12, 2019: Officiated Wedding
On October 12, 2019, Blake Shelton officiated at the wedding of Trace Adkins and Victoria Pratt in New Orleans, Louisiana.
May 2020: Ole Red Orlando Opening
In May 2020, a new Ole Red location opened in Orlando, Florida.
October 27, 2020: Engagement Announcement
On October 27, 2020, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani announced their engagement after five years of dating.
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 Discusses Stepson Role
In March 2022, Blake Shelton spoke positively about his role as a stepfather, expressing his love for Gwen Stefani's children.
2024: Ole Red Las Vegas Opening
In 2024, a new Ole Red location opened on the Las Vegas Strip.
