History of Michael Bublé in Timeline

Michael Bublé is a highly successful Canadian singer and songwriter, recognized as a pop icon for revitalizing interest in traditional pop standards and the Great American Songbook. He has achieved global sales of over 75 million records and received critical acclaim, including five Grammy Awards and fifteen Juno Awards. His career is marked by his commitment to classic sounds, blended with a contemporary appeal.

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

1996: Appearance in Red Rock Diner

In 1996, Michael Bublé appeared in the musicals Red Rock Diner with Debbie Timuss.

1998: Appearance in Dean Regan's Forever Swing

In 1998, Michael Bublé appeared in Dean Regan's Forever Swing with Debbie Timuss.

November 2005: End of Engagement with Debbie Timuss

In November 2005, Michael Bublé's engagement to actress Debbie Timuss ended, inspiring him to write "Lost".

2005: Meeting Emily Blunt at Logie Awards

In 2005, Michael Bublé met English actress Emily Blunt at the Australian television's Logie Awards, leading to a romantic relationship.

July 2008: End of Relationship with Emily Blunt

In July 2008, Michael Bublé's relationship with Emily Blunt ended.

December 2008: Co-ownership of the Vancouver Giants

Since December 2008, Michael Bublé has co-owned the Vancouver Giants, an avid hockey fan since childhood.

February 12, 2009: Donation to Black Saturday bushfire victims

On February 12, 2009, Michael Bublé pledged a donation of A$50,000 to the victims of the Black Saturday bushfires in Victoria, Australia, at a charity concert at Lakeside Secondary School.

November 2009: Engagement to Luisana Lopilato

In November 2009, Michael Bublé became engaged to Argentine actress Luisana Lopilato.

2009: Appearance on My Musical Brain and The X Factor UK

In 2009, Michael Bublé appeared with neuroscientist Daniel Levitin on the television program My Musical Brain, which was based on Levitin's book This Is Your Brain on Music. Also in 2009, he participated in series 6 of The X Factor in the UK, serving as a celebrity mentor for the finalists in week 3 and duetting with Stacey Solomon in the finale.

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2010: Performance at the Vancouver Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony

In 2010, Michael Bublé performed with other Canadian celebrities at the Vancouver Winter Olympics closing ceremony, singing a version of "Maple Leaf Forever" and appearing as a Mountie whose uniform was torn off to reveal a white tuxedo. He also appeared in the TV special Michael Bublé's Canada, which aired on Australian cable television ahead of the 2010 Winter Games.

2010: Guest Appearance on The Colbert Report

In 2010, Michael Bublé was a guest on the comedy TV program The Colbert Report for Colbert's coverage of the Vancouver Winter Games.

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February 23, 2011: Narrated BBC Radio 2's Song Stories "My Way"

On February 23, 2011, Michael Bublé narrated BBC Radio 2's Song Stories episode about the song "My Way".

March 2011: Marriage to Luisana Lopilato

In March 2011, Michael Bublé married Argentine actress Luisana Lopilato in Buenos Aires.

February 25, 2013: Release of "It's a Beautiful Day" Single

On February 25, 2013, Michael Bublé released "It's a Beautiful Day", the lead single from his album 'To Be Loved'.

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April 15, 2013: Release of 'To Be Loved' album

On April 15, 2013, Michael Bublé released his album 'To Be Loved'. Regional releases included April 22 in Canada and April 23 in the US.

June 30, 2013: Aired in ITV documentary Michael Bublé's Day Off

On June 30, 2013, Michael Bublé was featured in the ITV documentary Michael Bublé's Day Off.

December 18, 2013: Performed 3rd Annual Christmas Special with NBC

On December 18, 2013, Michael Bublé performed his 3rd Annual Christmas Special with NBC. Special guests included Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah, and David Foster.

2013: Birth of First Son

In 2013, Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato welcomed their first son.

March 22, 2015: End of To Be Loved Tour

On March 22, 2015, Michael Bublé's To Be Loved Tour, supporting his sixth studio album, concluded in Johannesburg.

August 19, 2016: Release of the Title Track "Nobody but Me"

On August 19, 2016, Michael Bublé released the titular lead single "Nobody but Me" which features Black Thought of The Roots.

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October 21, 2016: Release of "Nobody but Me" album

On October 21, 2016, Michael Bublé released his seventh studio album, Nobody but Me.

2016: Birth of Second Son

In 2016, Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato welcomed their second son.

2016: Son's Cancer Diagnosis

In 2016, Michael Bublé's oldest son was diagnosed with hepatoblastoma, leading Bublé to cancel his planned tour to spend time with his son during chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

September 27, 2018: Release of First Single "When I Fall in Love" from 'Love' album

On September 27, 2018, Michael Bublé released the first single "When I Fall in Love" from his album Love.

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November 16, 2018: Release of 'Love' album

On November 16, 2018, Michael Bublé released his eighth studio album Love (stylized as the heart emoji, ❤️).

December 15, 2018: Musical Guest on Strictly Come Dancing Finale

On December 15, 2018, Michael Bublé was the musical guest for the final of the sixteenth edition of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing.

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2018: Birth of First Daughter

In 2018, Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato welcomed their first daughter.

2018: Discussed Son's Cancer Diagnosis

In 2018, Michael Bublé discussed his son's cancer diagnosis with British talk show host James Corden. Bublé's son has since fully recovered.

2018: Release of "Love" album

In 2018, Michael Bublé released his album Love, which was his most recent studio album before the announcement of "Higher" in 2022.

January 17, 2019: Starring in Super Bowl commercial for Bubly sparkling water

On January 17, 2019, it was announced that Michael Bublé would star in a Super Bowl commercial for Bubly sparkling water.

February 13, 2019: Kick Off An Evening with Michael Bublé tour

On February 13, 2019, Michael Bublé kicked off his An Evening with Michael Bublé tour in Tampa, in honor of his album Love.

January 29, 2022: Announcement of 'Higher' album

On January 29, 2022, Michael Bublé announced that his ninth studio album, Higher, would be released on March 25.

October 24, 2022: "Michael Bublé Night" on Dancing With The Stars

On October 24, 2022, Dancing With The Stars on Disney+ celebrated "Michael Bublé Night," with Michael Bublé serving as a guest judge and performing two songs, including Higher.

2022: Birth of Second Daughter

In 2022, Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato welcomed their second daughter.

May 13, 2024: Coaching role on The Voice

On May 13, 2024, it was announced that Michael Bublé would be featured as a coach on the 26th season of The Voice. His final artist, Sofronio Vasquez, won the season making Bublé the winning coach on his first season.

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