Childhood and Education Journey of Garth Brooks in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Garth Brooks. From birth to education, explore key events.

Troyal Garth Brooks is a highly successful American country singer and songwriter known for blending pop and rock elements into country music. This fusion has propelled him to widespread popularity, achieving significant success on country music charts, earning multi-platinum certifications, and setting records for live performances. Brooks has also achieved crossover success in the mainstream pop music scene, expanding his audience and influence.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1929: Birth of Colleen McElroy Carroll

In 1929, Colleen McElroy Carroll, Garth Brooks' mother, was born. She was a 1950s-era country singer.

1931: Birth of Troyal Raymond Brooks Jr.

In 1931, Troyal Raymond Brooks Jr., Garth Brooks' father, was born. He later worked as a draftsman for an oil company.

February 7, 1962: Garth Brooks' birth

On February 7, 1962, Troyal Garth Brooks was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He would become a successful country singer and songwriter.

1984: Graduation from Oklahoma State University

In 1984, Garth Brooks graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in advertising.

May 24, 1986: Marriage to Sandy Mahl

On May 24, 1986, Garth Brooks married songwriter Sandy Mahl.

1987: Move to Nashville

In 1987, Garth Brooks and his wife Sandy Mahl moved to Nashville, where he began making contacts in the music industry.

1992: Birth of Daughter Taylor Mayne Pearl

In 1992, Garth Brooks and Sandy Mahl welcomed their first daughter, Taylor Mayne Pearl.

1994: Birth of Daughter August Anna

In 1994, Garth Brooks and Sandy Mahl welcomed their second daughter, August Anna.

1996: Birth of Daughter Allie Colleen Brooks

In 1996, Garth Brooks and Sandy Mahl welcomed their third daughter, Allie Colleen Brooks.

1998: Launch of Touch 'em All Foundation and Baseball Spring Training

In 1998, Garth Brooks launched his Touch 'em All Foundation with Major League Baseball and signed with the San Diego Padres for spring training.

March 1999: Separation from Sandy Mahl

In March 1999, Garth Brooks and Sandy Mahl separated.

1999: Death of Colleen McElroy Carroll

In 1999, Colleen McElroy Carroll, Garth Brooks' mother, passed away.

1999: Spring training with the San Diego Padres

In 1999, Garth Brooks continued his baseball endeavor with the San Diego Padres for spring training.

October 9, 2000: Announcement of Divorce Plans

On October 9, 2000, Garth Brooks and Sandy Mahl announced their plans to divorce.

November 6, 2000: Filing for Divorce

On November 6, 2000, Garth Brooks and Sandy Mahl filed for divorce.

December 17, 2001: Finalization of Divorce

On December 17, 2001, Garth Brooks and Sandy Mahl's divorce became final.

2001: Brooks Retired from Recording and Performing

In 2001, troubled by conflicts between career and family, Garth Brooks retired from recording and performing.

2004: Return to Baseball with the Kansas City Royals

In 2004, Garth Brooks returned to baseball, signing with the Kansas City Royals for spring training where he got his first and only hit off Mike Myers.

December 10, 2005: Remarriage to Trisha Yearwood

On December 10, 2005, Garth Brooks remarried to country singer and cookbook author Trisha Yearwood.

2005: Brooks Started a Partial Comeback

In 2005, Garth Brooks started a partial comeback, giving select performances and releasing two compilation albums.

2007: California Wildfires

In 2007 the California wildfires affected the lives of many people and Garth Brooks later held concerts to raise money for the victims.

May 2010: Nashville Flood

In May 2010, Nashville was hit by a severe flood, prompting Garth Brooks to organize benefit concerts to support the victims later that year.

2010: Death of Troyal Raymond Brooks Jr.

In 2010, Troyal Raymond Brooks Jr., Garth Brooks' father, passed away.

May 6, 2011: Completed MBA from Oklahoma State University

On May 6, 2011, Garth Brooks completed his MBA from Oklahoma State University and participated in the commencement ceremony.

2012: Renaming of Recording Studio to Allentown Studios

In 2012, in honor of his 50th birthday, Garth Brooks renamed Jack's Tracks studio to Allentown Studios.

July 2013: Becoming a Grandfather

In July 2013, Garth Brooks became a grandfather when his daughter August had daughter Karalynn with Chance Michael Russell.

January 2014: End of Garth at Wynn Residency

In January 2014, Garth Brooks' periodic weekend concert residency at Las Vegas's Encore Theatre, called Garth at Wynn, ended.

January 9, 2025: Performance at Jimmy Carter's State Funeral

On January 9, 2025, Garth Brooks, along with his wife Trisha Yearwood, performed John Lennon's song "Imagine" at the state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.

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