History of Elle King in Timeline

Elle King, born Tanner Elle Schneider, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her blend of country, rock, and blues music. She signed with RCA Records and released her debut EP, *The Elle King EP*, in 2012. One of her tracks, "Playing for Keeps", was featured as the theme song for VH1's *Mob Wives Chicago*.

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July 3, 1989: Elle King's birth

On July 3, 1989, Tanner Elle Schneider, known professionally as Elle King, was born. She is an American singer, songwriter, and actress.

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1999: Acting Debut in "Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo"

In 1999, Elle King made her acting debut in her father's film, Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo.

2000: Mother's Remarriage

In 2000, Elle King's mother, London King, remarried Justin Tesa.

2005: Started Gigging in New York City

In 2005, at the age of 16, Elle King started gigging around New York City, using a fake ID to enter nightclubs.

March 13, 2012: "Good To Be A Man" Single Release

On March 13, 2012, Elle King's debut single "Good To Be A Man" was released as a digital download and a 7" vinyl.

June 10, 2012: "Playing for Keeps" as Theme Song

On June 10, 2012, "Playing for Keeps" was chosen as the theme song for VH1's Mob Wives Chicago series, premiering on VH1.

June 12, 2012: The Elle King EP Released

On June 12, 2012, The Elle King EP, containing four songs, was released on RCA.

2012: The Elle King EP Release and "Playing for Keeps" Debut

In 2012, Elle King signed with RCA Records and released her debut extended play, The Elle King EP. One of its tracks, "Playing for Keeps", became the theme song for VH1's Mob Wives Chicago series.

2012: Artist to Watch

In 2012, Elle King was spotlighted as an "Artist to Watch" by Esquire Magazine and made television appearances.

September 2014: "Ex's & Oh's" Release

In September 2014, Elle King released "Ex's & Oh's", which served as the lead single from her debut album.

February 17, 2015: Love Stuff Album Release

On February 17, 2015, Elle King released her debut album, Love Stuff.

July 2015: UK Tour with Modest Mouse

In July 2015, Elle King supported Modest Mouse on their UK tour.

2015: Love Stuff Album Release and "Ex's & Oh's" Success

In 2015, Elle King's debut studio album, Love Stuff, was released, featuring the hit single "Ex's & Oh's", which reached the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 and received two Grammy Award nominations.

February 14, 2016: Marriage to Andrew "Fergie" Ferguson

On February 14, 2016, Elle King married Andrew "Fergie" Ferguson after meeting him just three weeks prior.

November 2, 2016: CMA Award for "Different for Girls"

On November 2, 2016, Elle King and Dierks Bentley won the CMA Award for Musical Event of the Year for their song "Different for Girls".

March 6, 2017: "Wild Love" Single Premiere

On March 6, 2017, Elle King premiered her new single "Wild Love", featuring a sparse electronic production.

April 23, 2017: Andrew Ferguson's Arrest

On April 23, 2017, Elle King's then-husband, Andrew "Fergie" Ferguson, was arrested on one count of felony domestic violence in Los Angeles County, California.

May 15, 2017: Divorce Petition Filed

On May 15, 2017, Elle King filed a divorce petition from Andrew Ferguson.

October 19, 2018: Shake the Spirit Album Release

On October 19, 2018, Elle King released her second studio album, Shake the Spirit, which she made with her band the Brethren.

2018: Final End to Relationship with Ferguson

In 2018, Elle King and Andrew Ferguson permanently ended their relationship after a brief reconciliation.

2018: Vogue Interview About Tattoos

In 2018, Elle King told Kate Branch of Vogue that she got her first tattoo when she was 14 years old.

August 3, 2019: Featured on Lindsey Stirling's "The Upside"

On August 3, 2019, Elle King was featured singing on a version of Lindsey Stirling's "The Upside".

October 9, 2020: Engagement to Dan Tooker

On October 9, 2020, Elle King became engaged to tattoo artist Dan Tooker, after dating for one year.

September 1, 2021: Birth of Son, Lucky Levi Tooker

On September 1, 2021, Elle King gave birth to her son Lucky Levi Tooker.

2021: "Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home)" Release

In 2021, Elle King's single with Miranda Lambert, "Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home)", peaked within the top 40 of the Billboard chart.

2022: Featured on "Dear Alcohol" remix

In 2022, Elle King was featured on a remix of Canadian singer Dax's single "Dear Alcohol".

January 27, 2023: Come Get Your Wife Album Released

On January 27, 2023, Elle King's third album, Come Get Your Wife, was released, marking a move into country music.

2023: Come Get Your Wife Album Release

In 2023, Elle King released her third studio album, Come Get Your Wife.

January 19, 2024: Grand Ole Opry Performance

On January 19, 2024, an intoxicated Elle King performed at the Grand Ole Opry to honor Dolly Parton's 78th birthday, resulting in an apology from the Grand Ole Opry.

March 25, 2024: Relationship with Tooker Ended

On March 25, 2024, Elle King revealed that she and Dan Tooker had ended their relationship.

August 2024: Podcast Discussion of Relationship with Rob Schneider

In August 2024, Elle King discussed her childhood and relationship with her father, Rob Schneider, on Bunnie Xo's podcast Dumb Blonde, indicating a strained relationship.