Early Life and Education of Kacey Musgraves: A Complete Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Kacey Musgraves, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Kacey Musgraves is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. She began her career in the early 2000s with self-released albums and as part of the duo Texas Two Bits. She gained wider recognition after appearing on Nashville Star in 2007. In 2012, she signed with Mercury Nashville and released the successful single "Merry Go 'Round". Her major-label debut album, Same Trailer Different Park (2013), earned her a Grammy Award for Best Country Album.
August 21, 1988: Kacey Musgraves' Birth
On August 21, 1988, Kacey Lee Musgraves was born. She is an American singer, songwriter, and musician.
2000: Formation of Texas Two Bits
In 2000, Musgraves and Alina Tatum formed the country-music duo Texas Two Bits, toured through Texas, and released an independent album, leading to a performance at President George W. Bush's Inaugural Ball.
2006: Graduation and Move to Austin
In 2006, Kacey Musgraves graduated from Mineola High School and moved to Austin, Texas, marking a new chapter in her life and career.
2007: Nashville Star Appearance
In 2007, Musgraves appeared on the fifth season of the USA Network singing competition Nashville Star, finishing in seventh place, marking an early point in her career.
2007: Competition on Nashville Star
In 2007, Musgraves competed on Season 5 of the singing competition reality TV series Nashville Star, where she placed seventh, providing her a platform in the music industry.
2012: Signing with Mercury Nashville
In 2012, Kacey Musgraves signed with Mercury Nashville and released her hit single "Merry Go 'Round", marking a significant step in her professional music career.
September 2014: Beginning Work on Second Album
In September 2014, Musgraves began writing songs for her second major label album, signaling the start of her next musical project.
March 2016: Meeting Ruston Kelly
In March 2016, Kacey Musgraves met Ruston Kelly at the Bluebird Café in Nashville.
May 2016: Songwriting Date with Ruston Kelly
In May 2016, Kacey Musgraves had a songwriting date with Ruston Kelly, and they began dating shortly after.
December 24, 2016: Engagement to Ruston Kelly
On December 24, 2016, Kacey Musgraves became engaged to Ruston Kelly.
June 21, 2017: Appearance on Hollywood Medium
On June 21, 2017, Kacey Musgraves appeared on Hollywood Medium with Tyler Henry to receive a psychic reading and connect with her grandmother, Barbara Taylor, adding a personal dimension to her public life.
October 14, 2017: Marriage to Ruston Kelly
On October 14, 2017, Kacey Musgraves married Ruston Kelly in Tennessee.
October 2017: Writing New Songs for Album
In October 2017, Musgraves indicated she was in the studio writing new songs for her upcoming third studio album, sparking anticipation for her next musical endeavor.
April 2020: Tribute to John Prine
In April 2020, Kacey Musgraves gave a tribute performance to John Prine after his death, acknowledging his significant influence on her songwriting and sense of humor.
July 2020: Divorce Filing
In July 2020, Kacey Musgraves and Ruston Kelly filed for divorce.
September 2020: Divorce Finalized
In September 2020, Kacey Musgraves' divorce from Ruston Kelly was finalized.
