Childhood and Education Journey of Chris Stapleton in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Chris Stapleton. A timeline of key moments.

Chris Stapleton is an acclaimed American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his powerful vocals and blend of country, blues, and rock. He moved to Nashville to pursue music. He secured a publishing deal with Sea Gayle Music.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1946: Father's Birth Year

Herbert Joseph Stapleton Jr., Chris Stapleton's father, was born in 1946. He later worked as an engineer in coal mines.

April 15, 1978: Chris Stapleton's Birth

On April 15, 1978, Christopher Alvin Stapleton was born in Kentucky, marking the beginning of his life.

1979: Jeep Acquisition

In 1979, Chris Stapleton's wife bought him a Jeep, which later inspired him to write the title track of his album, Traveller.

1996: Moved to Nashville and Initial Music Career Steps

In 1996, Chris Stapleton moved to Nashville to study at Vanderbilt University before pursuing songwriting, eventually signing with Sea Gayle Music.

1996: Moved to Nashville

In 1996, Stapleton moved to Nashville to pursue an engineering degree at Vanderbilt University, but later dropped out to pursue music.

2007: Formation of The SteelDrivers

In 2007, Chris Stapleton formed the bluegrass group, The SteelDrivers, to perform his original songs.

2007: Marriage to Morgane Hayes

In 2007, Chris Stapleton married singer-songwriter Morgane Hayes, whom he met while working at adjacent publishing houses.

2009: Birth of First Son

In 2009, Chris Stapleton and his wife Morgane Hayes welcomed their first son.

2010: Birth of Daughter

In 2010, Chris Stapleton and his wife Morgane Hayes welcomed a daughter.

2013: Father's Death

In 2013, Herbert Joseph Stapleton Jr., Chris Stapleton's father, passed away. He was an engineer in coal mines.

2013: Touring with Jompson Brothers and Inspiration for "Traveller"

In 2013, The Jompson Brothers toured regionally, even opening for the Zac Brown Band. Also in 2013, Stapleton and his wife embarked on a road trip to New Mexico where Stapleton was inspired to write the title track of his album, "Traveller".

2018: Birth of Twin Sons

In 2018, Chris Stapleton and his wife Morgane Hayes welcomed twin sons.

April 28, 2019: Game of Thrones Extra Appearance

On April 28, 2019, Chris Stapleton made a cameo appearance as an extra in "The Long Night", the third episode of the eighth season of the HBO series Game of Thrones.

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