Challenges in the Life of LeAnn Rimes in a Detailed Timeline

Resilience and perseverance in the journey of LeAnn Rimes. A timeline of obstacles and growth.

LeAnn Rimes is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who achieved fame as a country music artist at 13. She has since expanded her musical repertoire to include pop and contemporary Christian genres. With over 40 singles on international charts since 1996 and global record sales exceeding 48 million, she is commercially very successful. Billboard recognized her as a top-selling artist of the 1990s, highlighting her significant impact on the music industry.

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November 2000: Lawsuit against Curb Records

In November 2000, LeAnn Rimes sued Curb Records to nullify her recording contract, which was initially signed by her parents on her behalf five years prior.

October 1, 2002: Release of Twisted Angel album

On October 1, 2002, LeAnn Rimes released her seventh studio album "Twisted Angel". The album was a departure from her previous albums, containing a combination of dance-pop and adult contemporary. The lead single was "Life Goes On", which experienced international success but failed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.

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2008: Opens Up About Psoriasis

In 2008, LeAnn Rimes opened up about her lifelong struggle with the autoimmune disease psoriasis and participated in a PSA to raise awareness about the disease.

2010: Suffering From Depression

In 2020, LeAnn Rimes told People magazine that in addition to anxiety and stress, she was also suffering from depression in 2010.

August 2012: Treatment for Anxiety and Stress

In August 2012, one day after her birthday, LeAnn Rimes checked into treatment for anxiety and stress to take care of herself.

March 2014: Jaw Dislocation During Performance

In March 2014, LeAnn Rimes's jaw became dislocated while performing, ending her concert encore early. She attributed the dislocation to temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

2020: Nude Photo Shoot for Psoriasis Awareness

In 2020, following a stress-related flare up of psoriasis, LeAnn Rimes posed for a nude photo shoot for Glamour magazine to raise awareness and acceptance about the disease on World Psoriasis Day.