History of Bobby Bones in Timeline

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.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

April 2, 1980: Bobby Bones Born

On April 2, 1980, Bobby Bones, originally named Bobby Estell, was born. He is known as a radio and television personality.

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2002: Graduated from Henderson State University

In 2002, Bobby Bones graduated with a B.A. in Radio/Television from Henderson State University.

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.

2004: Best Radio Personality

In 2004, Bobby Bones was named Best Radio Personality by the Austin Music Awards.

2007: Best Radio Program

In 2007, The Bobby Bones Show won Best Radio Program by the Austin Music Awards.

2008: Best Radio Personality

In 2008, Bobby Bones was named Best Radio Personality by the Austin Music Awards.

2009: Appeared in Bandslam

In 2009, Bobby Bones appeared in the feature film, Bandslam, with Vanessa Hudgens.

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)".

April 6, 2014: ACM Award

On April 6, 2014, Bobby Bones, Amy, and Lunchbox won their first Academy of Country Music Award for National On-Air Personality of the Year.

October 2014: Emergency Alert System Incident

In October 2014, Bobby Bones accidentally triggered the Emergency Alert System during an on-air rant.

2014: Mother's Death

In 2014, Bobby Bones' mother died at the age of 49 after struggling with addiction.

May 2015: iHeartMedia Paid FCC Fine

In May 2015, Bobby Bone's employer, iHeartMedia, paid a $1 million FCC fine due to the Emergency Alert System incident.

August 5, 2015: Trademark Application

On August 5, 2015, Bobby Bones filed a trademark application for the phrase "Make America Great Again".

May 17, 2016: Released "Bare Bones, I'm Not Lonely If You're Reading This Book"

On May 17, 2016, Bobby Bones released his first book entitled "Bare Bones, I'm Not Lonely If You're Reading This Book."

2016: Trump's Presidential Campaign

During Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, Bones filed a trademark application for "Make America Great Again".

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.

November 2, 2017: Inducted into National Radio Hall of Fame

On November 2, 2017, Bobby Bones was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame.

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.

April 8, 2019: Guest Host on American Idol

On April 8, 2019, Bobby Bones served as a guest host for an episode of American Idol, while Ryan Seacrest was sick.

June 2019: Filmed Running Wild with Bear Grylls

In June 2019, Bobby Bones filmed an episode of Running Wild with Bear Grylls in Norway.

January 14, 2020: Running Wild with Bear Grylls episode aired

On January 14, 2020, the episode of Running Wild with Bear Grylls featuring Bobby Bones aired.

July 2021: Married Caitlin Parker

In July 2021, Bobby Bones married Caitlin Parker.

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.

2022: Honorary Doctorate

In Spring 2022, The University of Arkansas awarded Bobby Bones with an honorary doctorate.

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