LeAnn Rimes's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of LeAnn Rimes. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

LeAnn Rimes Cibrian is an accomplished American singer, songwriter, and actress who achieved fame as a country music artist at just 13 years old. She has successfully transitioned into various musical genres, including pop and contemporary Christian. Rimes has had over 40 singles on international charts since 1996, and has sold over 48 million records globally, including over 20 million album sales in the United States. Billboard recognized her sales success by ranking her 17th for the 1990s decade.

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1990: Billboard Ranking

Billboard ranked LeAnn Rimes at number 17 in terms of sales success in the 1990-1999 decade.

1996: Academy of Country Music Awards

In 1996, the Academy of Country Music awarded LeAnn Rimes as Top New Female Vocalist, Song of the Year and Single Record of the Year for the song "Blue".

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1997: Grammy Awards

In 1997, LeAnn Rimes earned her first Grammy Award at the 39th Annual Grammy Awards for the title track "Blue", in the category of Best New Artist and Best Female Country Vocal Performance; she became the youngest person to win these awards. That same year, the Country Music Association also awarded Rimes the Horizon Award, becoming the youngest person ever to be nominated and win a Country Music Association award.

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March 1999: Blue Album Certified Six Times Platinum

In March 1999, LeAnn Rimes's album "Blue" was certified six times Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

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1999: Billboard Ranking

Billboard ranked LeAnn Rimes at number 17 in terms of sales success in the 1990-1999 decade.

November 2001: New Agreement with Curb Records

In November 2001, LeAnn Rimes was released from her original contract with Curb Records and subsequently signed a new agreement with the label under new terms.

2001: "Can't Fight the Moonlight" Success

In 2001, "Can't Fight the Moonlight", released in August 2000 as a single from the "Coyote Ugly" film's soundtrack, became a major pop hit worldwide. In Australia, the song was the biggest-selling single of 2001, where it peaked at number 1 for six weeks and topped the year-end chart.

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March 23, 2002: Reissue of 'I Need You' Album

On March 23, 2002, the album 'I Need You' was reissued with additional tracks. The album was later certified Platinum by the RIAA.

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October 1, 2002: Release of 'Twisted Angel' Album

On October 1, 2002, LeAnn Rimes released her seventh studio album 'Twisted Angel', which was a departure from her previous country albums, featuring dance-pop and adult contemporary elements. The album received criticism but was eventually certified Gold by the RIAA.

2002: Settled Lawsuit with Father

In 2002, LeAnn Rimes settled her lawsuit with her father on undisclosed terms, and he expressed his happiness that the legal troubles were over. They reconciled at her wedding.

2008: Lent Voice to "Just Stand Up"

In 2008, LeAnn Rimes lent her voice to the song "Just Stand Up", with proceeds benefiting Stand Up to Cancer, which funded $73.6 million towards cancer research.

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February 2009: 'What I Cannot Change' Tops Billboard Dance Charts

In February 2009, the single 'What I Cannot Change' from the album 'Family', became the first country song to top the Billboard dance charts.

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2009: Received Humanitarian Award

In 2009, LeAnn Rimes received a special humanitarian award from the Academy of Country Music in honor of her philanthropic efforts.

December 16, 2020: Winning 'The Masked Singer'

On December 16, 2020, LeAnn Rimes, disguised as "Sun", was revealed as the winner on the fourth season finale of the Fox reality singing competition 'The Masked Singer'.

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April 14, 2022: 25th Anniversary CMT Crossroads Episode

On April 14, 2022, LeAnn Rimes celebrated her 25th year in the music industry with a special CMT Crossroads episode featuring Carly Pearce, Brandy Clark, Ashley McBryde, and Mickey Guyton.