History of Jessie James Decker in Timeline

Jessie James Decker is an American country pop singer who began her music career at age 15. After facing initial rejection from Nashville labels, she signed with Mercury Records and released her debut album, Jessie James, in 2009. She gained further recognition through the E! reality show Eric & Jessie: Game On, which she starred in alongside her husband, NFL wide receiver Eric Decker. The show followed their lives as a celebrity couple.

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April 12, 1988: Jessie James Decker Born

On April 12, 1988, Jessica Rose James Decker was born. She is an American country pop singer.

1991: Birth of Sister Sydney

In 1991, Jessie James Decker's younger sister, Sydney Rae Bass, was born.

1994: Birth of Brother John

In 1994, Jessie James Decker's younger brother, John James, was born.

2000: Performance in Warner Robins

In 2000, Jessie James Decker performed in Warner Robins, Georgia, showcasing her singing talent at a young age.

2007: High School Graduation

In 2007, Jessie James Decker graduated from Warner Robins High School in Warner Robins, GA.

August 2009: "Jessie James" Album Release

In August 2009, Jessie James Decker's debut album, "Jessie James", was released, debuting at number 23 on the Billboard 200.

2009: Debut Album Release

In 2009, Jessie James Decker released her debut album, "Jessie James", through Mercury Records.

2010: Started Working on Second Album

In 2010, Jessie James Decker began working on her second album, "Sweet American Dreams", which was initially planned for a late summer release.

April 2011: Began Recording Country Music

In April 2011, Jessie James Decker began recording country music after deciding she wanted to shift her career path from pop.

January 31, 2012: "When You Say My Name" Release

On January 31, 2012, Jessie James Decker released the song "When You Say My Name", produced by Mark Wright.

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May 22, 2012: "Military Man" Release

On May 22, 2012, Jessie James Decker released the song "Military Man".

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June 22, 2013: Marriage to Eric Decker

On June 22, 2013, Jessie James married Eric Decker, a wide receiver in the NFL.

2013: Starred in Reality Show

In 2013, Jessie James Decker began starring in the E! reality show "Eric & Jessie: Game On" with her husband Eric Decker.

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2013: Removed from Show Dog Universal Roster

In 2013, Jessie James Decker was removed from the Show Dog Universal roster.

April 2014: "Eric & Jessie: Game On" Ended First Run

In April 2014, the E! reality show "Eric & Jessie: Game On", starring Jessie James Decker and her husband Eric Decker, ended its initial run.

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April 18, 2014: EP "Comin' Home" Release

On April 18, 2014, Jessie James Decker released the EP "Comin' Home" via iTunes.

April 22, 2016: Featured on "Howlin'"

On April 22, 2016, Jessie James Decker was featured on the track "Howlin'" from Austin John's debut solo EP "Love Sick Radio".

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2016: Collaboration on "Howlin'"

In 2016, Jessie James Decker collaborated on Austin John Winkler's song "Howlin'" from his debut EP "Love Sick Radio".

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February 17, 2017: "Gold" EP Release

On February 17, 2017, Jessie James Decker released a five-track EP, "Gold", on her new label Epic.

June 9, 2017: Surprise Live EP Release

On June 9, 2017, Jessie James Decker released a surprise live EP titled "Blackbird Sessions".

September 2017: "Eric & Jessie: Game On" Returned

In September 2017, the reality show "Eric & Jessie: Game On", starring Jessie James Decker and her husband Eric Decker, returned for another season.

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October 13, 2017: "Southern Girl City Lights" Album Release

On October 13, 2017, Jessie James Decker released her second full-length album and first for Epic Records, titled "Southern Girl City Lights".

November 27, 2017: Appeared in Cracker Barrel Campaign

On November 27, 2017, Jessie James Decker appeared in the 12 Days of Cracker Barrel campaign, which ended on December 8 and featured a new YouTube video each day.

October 26, 2018: "On This Holiday" Christmas Album Release

On October 26, 2018, Jessie James Decker released her first full-length Christmas album titled "On This Holiday".

October 22, 2021: "The Woman I've Become" EP Release

On October 22, 2021, Jessie James Decker released the EP "The Woman I've Become".

April 3, 2022: WrestleMania 38 Performance

On April 3, 2022, Jessie James Decker performed "America the Beautiful" at WWE's WrestleMania 38 in front of a crowd of nearly 80,000 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas.

August 2022: Headlining Tour Wrap

In August 2022, Jessie James Decker's headlining tour wrapped up after visiting major cities across the nation.

September 8, 2022: Announced as Contestant on "Dancing with the Stars"

On September 8, 2022, it was announced that Jessie James Decker would be a contestant on season 31 of "Dancing with the Stars".

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September 30, 2022: "Grow Young With You" Release

On September 30, 2022, Jessie James Decker released "Grow Young With You", her first track since "The Woman I've Become" EP release.

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November 23, 2023: Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Performance

On November 23, 2023, Jessie James Decker celebrated the holidays with a performance of “Tangled in Tinsel” live for the first time during the 97th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.