Career Timeline of Bobby Bones: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Bobby Bones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Bobby Bones made an impact.

Bobby Bones is a prominent American radio and television personality, most recognized as the host of the nationally syndicated The Bobby Bones Show. Additionally, he served as a mentor on American Idol. He achieved victory on season 27 of Dancing with the Stars. Bones is also a two-time New York Times best-selling author and has released multiple country music albums through Black River Entertainment, showcasing his diverse talents and contributions to the entertainment industry.

2002: Hired by Q100/KQAR

In 2002, Bobby Bones was hired by Q100/KQAR in Little Rock, Arkansas, which led to his hosting The Bobby Bones Show on KHFI-FM in Austin, Texas.

2010: Took over Gerry House's slot

In 2010, Bobby Bones took over the slot hosted by longtime DJ Gerry House, who retired.

2012: Fox Sports Radio Lineup

In 2012, Bobby Bones was part of the Fox Sports Radio lineup, hosting the weekend sports talk program Roddick and Bones with tennis star Andy Roddick.

2012: Clear Channel moved Bones and his show

In 2012, Clear Channel moved Bones and his show from Austin to Nashville and a country music format and taking The Bobby Bones Show nationwide.

February 2013: Nationally Syndicated

In February 2013, The Bobby Bones Show became nationally syndicated through iHeart Media-owned Premiere Networks.

September 28, 2013: Guinness World Record

On September 28, 2013, Bobby Bones and his crew were part of a team that set the Guinness World Record for "Most hunger relief meals packaged in one hour (team)".

January 3, 2017: Considering Run for Governor

On January 3, 2017, Bobby Bones announced he was considering a run for governor of Arkansas in the 2018 election.

March 14, 2017: Bobby Bones announces he's not running for governor

On March 14, 2017, Bobby Bones announced he was not running for governor of Arkansas.

September 2018: Dancing with the Stars

In September 2018, Bobby Bones was announced as one of the celebrities to compete on the 27th season of Dancing with the Stars.

November 6, 2018: Full-Time Mentor on American Idol

On November 6, 2018, it was announced that Bobby Bones would become a full-time mentor for the series beginning in season seventeen of American Idol.

2018: Potential Gubernatorial Run

In 2018, Bobby Bones considered running for governor of Arkansas but ultimately decided against it.

2021: Breaking Bobby Bones Aired

In 2021, Breaking Bobby Bones began airing on the National Geographic Channel.

December 31, 2021: Hosted New Year's Eve Live

On December 31, 2021, Bobby Bones, along with Rachel Smith, hosted New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash on CBS.

2022: Hosted Snake in the Grass

In 2022, Bobby Bones hosted the USA Network competition series Snake in the Grass.