History of Jessie James Decker in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 14, 2026

Jessie James Decker is an American country pop singer who began her career at 15. After facing rejections from Nashville labels, she signed with Mercury Records and released her debut album, Jessie James, in 2009. She gained further recognition starring in the E! reality show Eric & Jessie: Game On with her husband, former NFL wide receiver Eric Decker. She is not related to the outlaw Jesse James.

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April 12, 1988: Jessica Rose James Decker Born

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

1991: Birth of Younger Sister

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

1994: Birth of Younger Brother

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

2000: Performed at SeaWorld

In 2000, Jessie James Decker performed at SeaWorld and in Warner Robins, Georgia.

2007: High School Graduation

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

August 2009: Release of Jessie James Album

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 released her debut album, Jessie James, through Mercury Records.

2010: Started Working on Second Album

In 2010, Jessie James Decker started working on her second album, Sweet American Dreams, with plans for a late summer release.

April 2011: Began Recording Country Music

In April 2011, Jessie James Decker began recording in the country genre after negotiations with her label.

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

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

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May 22, 2012: "Military Man" Released

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 Decker married Eric Decker, who was then a wide receiver for the Denver Broncos.

2013: Starred in Reality Show

In 2013, Jessie James Decker starred 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 Run

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

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April 18, 2014: EP 'Comin' Home' Released

On April 18, 2014, Jessie James Decker released an EP entitled Comin' Home through iTunes.

April 22, 2016: Featured on Austin John's EP

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

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2016: Collaboration on Austin John Winkler's Song

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

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February 17, 2017: EP 'Gold' Released

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 E! reality show Eric & Jessie: Game On, starring Jessie James Decker and her husband Eric Decker, returned.

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October 13, 2017: Second Full-Length Album Released

On October 13, 2017, Jessie James Decker released her second full-length album and first for Epic Records, 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 lasted until December 8.

October 26, 2018: Christmas Album Released

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

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

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

April 3, 2022: Performed at WWE's WrestleMania 38

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 people at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas.

August 2022: Headlining Tour Wrapped Up

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

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

On September 8, 2022, Jessie James Decker was announced as a contestant on season 31 of Dancing with the Stars, partnered with Alan Bersten, finishing in 10th place.

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

On September 30, 2022 "Grow Young With You" was the first official track released since the release of her The Woman I've Become EP the previous year.

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November 23, 2023: Performed at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

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.