Early Life and Education of Kesha: A Complete Timeline

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

Kesha Rose Sebert, known professionally as Kesha (formerly Ke$ha), is an American singer and songwriter. She gained initial prominence in 2009 through her collaboration with rapper Flo Rida on the hit single "Right Round."

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

1978: Pebe Co-Wrote "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You"

In 1978, Kesha's mother, Rosemary Patricia "Pebe" Sebert, co-wrote the single "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You" with Hugh Moffatt for Joe Sun.

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1980: Dolly Parton's Version

In 1980, Dolly Parton made the song "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You" popular on her album Dolly, Dolly, Dolly.

March 1, 1987: Kesha's Birth

On March 1, 1987, Kesha Rose Sebert was born in Los Angeles to Rosemary Patricia "Pebe" Sebert.

1991: Family Moved to Nashville

In 1991, Pebe moved the family to Nashville after securing a new publishing deal for her songwriting.

2005: The Simple Life Appearance

In 2005, the Sebert family appeared on an episode of the American reality TV series The Simple Life.

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2007: Influence of "Tthhee Ppaarrttyy"

Kesha's vocal style draws heavily from the song "Tthhee Ppaarrttyy" from the 2007 Justice album Cross.

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June 16, 2010: Benefit Concert for Flood Victims

On June 16, 2010, Kesha held a benefit concert to aid victims of the 2010 Tennessee floods in Nashville, raising close to $70,000.

2010: Sexuality clarification

In 2010, Kesha made similar statements regarding her sexuality. She clarified that she preferred not to label her sexuality, stating, "I'm not gay. I'm not straight. I don't know what I am. I love people ... I refuse to be anything, really, except for open to it all."

2010: Grammy Awards

Kesha met Alice Cooper at the 2010 Grammy Awards.

2012: Settlement of DAS Lawsuit

In 2012, Kesha's lawsuit with DAS Communications Inc. was settled before the release of her second album.

2013: Sexuality clarification

In 2013, Kesha made similar statements regarding her sexuality. She clarified that she preferred not to label her sexuality, stating, "I'm not gay. I'm not straight. I don't know what I am. I love people ... I refuse to be anything, really, except for open to it all."

January 3, 2014: Checking into Rehab for Eating Disorder Treatment

On January 3, 2014, Kesha checked into Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center in Lemont, Illinois, for eating disorder treatment. Her mother confirmed she was suffering from bulimia nervosa and had struggled with it since being signed, partly blaming Dr. Luke for telling her to lose weight.

January 2014: Kesha enters rehabilitation center

In January 2014, Kesha checked into a rehabilitation center for bulimia nervosa and began working on her third studio album. Following rehab, she decided to use her birth name, Kesha, instead of Ke$ha.

March 6, 2014: Completion of Rehab Treatment

On March 6, 2014, Kesha completed her treatment at Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center, after spending two months in rehab for an eating disorder.

October 2014: Kesha Sues Dr. Luke

In October 2014, Kesha sued producer Dr. Luke for sexual assault, battery, sexual harassment, gender violence, emotional abuse, and violation of California business practices that occurred over a 10-year period.

February 19, 2016: Kesha's request to be released from Kemosabe Records denied.

On February 19, 2016, New York Supreme Court Justice Shirley Kornreich ruled against Kesha's request for a preliminary injunction to release her from Kemosabe Records.

April 6, 2016: Kesha's case dismissed by Kornreich.

On April 6, 2016, Kornreich dismissed Kesha's case, stating that the statute of limitations had expired on the sexual assault allegations.

2018: Protest of Donald Trump with "Woman"

Kesha wrote her 2018 single, "Woman" in protest of Donald Trump's "pussy grabbing comment".

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February 2019: Kesha's Weird and Wonderful Rainbow Ride Cruise

In February 2019, Kesha hosted a 4-day-long cruise called Kesha's Weird and Wonderful Rainbow Ride. The cruise set off in Tampa, Florida, and ended in Nassau, Bahamas.

2019: Discussion of Sexuality in Attitude Article

In her 2019 Attitude article, Kesha discussed her sexuality, saying: "I have always been attracted to the soul behind a person's eyes. It has never occurred to me to care about a specific gender, or how someone is identifying, to make me wonder about whether or not I'm attracted to them."

2022: Sexuality clarification

In 2022, Kesha clarified that she preferred not to label her sexuality, stating, "I'm not gay. I'm not straight. I don't know what I am. I love people ... I refuse to be anything, really, except for open to it all."

2022: Diagnosis of Common Variable Immunodeficiency

In 2022, Kesha was diagnosed with common variable immunodeficiency, which made her feel fatigued every day.

January 2023: Near-Death Experience After Egg Freezing Complication

In January 2023, Kesha almost died after a complication with freezing her eggs, and a few weeks later, she felt weak after a performance and was sent to the hospital for nine days.

June 2023: Settlement of Legal Dispute

In June 2023, the legal dispute between Kesha and Dr. Luke was settled out of court.

June 22, 2023: Settlement with Dr. Luke

On June 22, 2023, Kesha and Dr. Luke announced the official settlement of their case, a month before it was to go to trial. Kesha expressed her desire to move on and wished peace to all involved, while Dr. Luke continued to deny the original claims. Details of the settlement were not revealed.