History of Darius Rucker in Timeline
Darius Rucker is an American singer, musician, and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Hootie & the Blowfish. He co-founded the band in 1986 with his college mates at the University of South Carolina. With Rucker at the helm, the band released five studio albums and achieved six top 40 hits on the Billboard Hot 100. He also co-wrote most of the band's songs.
November 1992: Death of Rucker's Mother
In November 1992, Darius Rucker's mother died of a heart attack, inspiring the Hootie & the Blowfish songs "I'm Goin' Home" and "Not Even the Trees."
1993: Meeting Tiger Woods
In 1993, Darius Rucker met golfer Tiger Woods in a bar when Woods was 18 years old, beginning their friendship.
April 21, 1995: Birth of Daughter Carolyn Pearl Phillips
On April 21, 1995, Darius Rucker's girlfriend, Elizabeth Ann Phillips, gave birth to his first child, a daughter named Carolyn Pearl Phillips.
2000: Marriage to Beth Leonard
In 2000, Darius Rucker married Beth Leonard.
May 16, 2001: Birth of Daughter Daniela Rose
On May 16, 2001, Darius Rucker and Beth Leonard's first child, a daughter named Daniela Rose, was born.
October 27, 2004: Birth of Son Jack
On October 27, 2004, Darius Rucker and Beth Leonard had their son, Jack.
September 15, 2014: Announcement of First Christmas Album
On September 15, 2014, it was announced that Darius Rucker had completed his first Christmas album, set to be released on October 27, 2014, featuring a collaboration with Sheryl Crow on "Baby, It's Cold Outside".
January 6, 2016: Announcement of Fifth Country Album
On January 6, 2016, Darius Rucker announced he was working on his fifth country album.
May 29, 2016: Performance at Indianapolis 500
On May 29, 2016, Darius Rucker performed the national anthem before the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500.
July 5, 2016: Release of "If I Told You"
On July 5, 2016, Darius Rucker released "If I Told You" to country radio as the lead single from his upcoming fifth country album.
November 7, 2016: Partnership in MGC Sports Announced
On November 7, 2016, Darius Rucker announced to ESPN that he became a partner in MGC Sports, a sports agency, and planned to reduce his performance commitments.
May 12, 2017: Undercover Boss Episode Premieres
On May 12, 2017, the "Celebrity Undercover Boss: Darius Rucker" episode of the Undercover Boss series premiered, featuring Rucker disguised as a 62-year-old music teacher.
July 24, 2017: Release of "For the First Time"
On July 24, 2017, Darius Rucker released "For the First Time", the second single from his upcoming album.
July 26, 2017: Details of "When Was the Last Time" Album Shared
On July 26, 2017, Darius Rucker shared details about his fifth country album, titled "When Was the Last Time".
October 20, 2017: Release of When Was the Last Time
On October 20, 2017, Darius Rucker's fifth country album, "When Was the Last Time", was released.
August 2020: Release of Beers and Sunshine
In August 2020, Darius Rucker released the single "Beers and Sunshine" under Capitol Records.
2020: Divorce Announcement
In 2020, Darius Rucker and his wife, Beth, announced their divorce.
April 2022: Release of "Same Beer Different Problems"
In April 2022, Darius Rucker released a new single titled "Same Beer Different Problems".
October 2023: Featured on Single "To Be a Man"
In October 2023, Darius Rucker was featured on the single "To Be a Man" by Dax.
November 2023: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Announcement
In November 2023, it was announced that Darius Rucker would receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
February 1, 2024: Arrest in Williamson County
On February 1, 2024, Darius Rucker was arrested in Williamson County, Tennessee, on misdemeanor drug charges and a vehicle registration violation, later released on bail.
2024: Publication of Memoir
In 2024, Darius Rucker's memoir, "Life's Too Short: A Memoir", co-written with Alan Eisenstock, was published by Dey Street/HarperCollins.
January 29, 2025: Announcement of Relocation to London
On January 29, 2025, Darius Rucker revealed on Instagram his plans to relocate to London, England, to tour and work on new creative projects.
September 26, 2025: Performance at Royal Albert Hall
On September 26, 2025, Darius Rucker is scheduled to perform at the Royal Albert Hall in London, celebrating Opry 100, alongside Luke Combs, Carly Pearce, Ashley McBryde, and Marty Stuart.
October 8, 2025: Engagement to Emily Deahl
On October 8, 2025, Darius Rucker announced his engagement to Emily Deahl.
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