History of Michael Bublé in Timeline
"Michael Steven Bublé is a celebrated Canadian singer and songwriter known for his impact on popularizing traditional pop standards and the Great American Songbook. Hailing from Burnaby, British Columbia, Bublé's successful career boasts over 75 million records sold globally and numerous accolades, including five Grammy Awards and fifteen Juno Awards."
September 9, 1975: Michael Bublé is Born
On September 9, 1975, Michael Steven Bublé was born in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada.
1996: "First Dance" Release
In 1996, Michael Bublé released his first independent album, "First Dance."
1996: Red Rock Diner Musical
Michael Bublé and his then-fiancée, actress Debbie Timuss, appeared together in the musical Red Rock Diner in 1996.
1996: Early Television Appearances
Michael Bublé appeared in the television show "Death Game" and as an uncredited extra in "The X-Files" in 1996.
1997: National Television Debut
Bublé made his national television debut in 1997 on a Bravo! documentary titled "Big Band Boom!".
1998: Forever Swing Musical
In 1998, Michael Bublé and Debbie Timuss performed together in the musical, Dean Regan's Forever Swing.
2000: "Duets" Appearance
Michael Bublé appeared as a karaoke singer in the film "Duets" in 2000.
2000: Genie Award Nominations
Michael Bublé received two Genie Award nominations for Best Original Song in 2000 for "I've Never Been in Love Before" and "Dumb ol' Heart."
2001: Role in "Totally Blonde"
Bublé played a club owner in the film "Totally Blonde" in 2001.
2001: "Babalu" Release
Bublé released his second independent album, "Babalu," in 2001.
2002: "Dream" Album
Michael Bublé released his third independent album, "Dream," in 2002.
February 11, 2003: Debut Album Release
Michael Bublé's self-titled debut album was released on February 11, 2003, by 143 Records and Reprise Records.
February 14, 2003: "Today" Show Appearance
Michael Bublé made a national television appearance in the United States on the "Today" program on February 14, 2003.
November 2003: "Let it Snow" EP Release
Bublé released his "Let it Snow" Christmas EP in November 2003.
2003: Bublé's Debut Album Charts
In 2003, Michael Bublé released his first album, which reached the top ten in Canada and the United Kingdom.
2003: Film and Television Appearances
Michael Bublé appeared in the film "The Snow Walker" and as a lounge performer on "Days of Our Lives" in 2003.
2003: "Down with Love" Soundtrack
Songs from Michael Bublé's debut album were featured on the soundtrack for the movie "Down with Love" (2003).
November 2004: Christmas Album Release
A Christmas edition of Michael Bublé's debut album was released as a two-disc set in November 2004.
2004: Juno Award Win
Michael Bublé won New Artist of the Year at the 2004 Juno Awards.
2004: "Spider-Man 2" and Barenaked Ladies Collaboration
A remix of a song from Bublé's "Babalu" album was used in the closing credits of "Spider-Man 2" (2004). He also collaborated with the Barenaked Ladies on their 2004 Christmas album.
February 8, 2005: "It's Time" Release
Michael Bublé's second studio album, "It's Time," was released on February 8, 2005.
November 2005: End of Engagement with Debbie Timuss
Michael Bublé's engagement to actress Debbie Timuss ended in November 2005. This inspired him to write the song "Lost".
2005: "It's Time" Chart Success
"It's Time" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Jazz chart in 2005.
2005: Starbucks Commercial
In 2005, Michael Bublé appeared in a commercial for Starbucks' Frappucino line, singing his single "Come Fly with Me." This single was included as a bonus track on a special Starbucks edition of his album "It's Time."
2005: Final Gabereau Show Appearance
In 2005, Michael Bublé appeared on the final episode of Vicki Gabereau's talk show, alongside guests Jann Arden and Elvis Costello.
2005: Meeting Emily Blunt
Michael Bublé met English actress Emily Blunt at Australia's Logie Awards in 2005 and they began dating.
2005: "It's Time" Released
Michael Bublé released his second studio album, "It's Time," in 2005, achieving international success.
2006: Grammy Nomination
Michael Bublé received his first Grammy nomination in 2006 in the category Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for his album "It's Time." However, he lost to Tony Bennett.
2006: Juno Award Wins
Michael Bublé had a successful night at the Juno Awards in 2006, winning four awards: Album of the Year and Pop Album of the Year for "It's Time," Single of the Year for "Home," and Artist of the Year.
2006: Top Jazz Album
"It's Time" was Billboard's Top Jazz Album in 2006.
May 1, 2007: Release of "Call Me Irresponsible"
Michael Bublé's third studio album, "Call Me Irresponsible," was released on May 1, 2007. The album featured a mix of classic and contemporary songs, including "Always on My Mind," "Dream," "I've Got the World on a String," and "Comin' Home Baby" (a duet with Boyz II Men). The album was a commercial success, debuting at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and reaching number one in its second week.
2007: "Call Me Irresponsible" Tops the Charts
Bublé's album "Call Me Irresponsible" reached number one on several international music charts in 2007, including the US Billboard 200.
2007: Grammy Nomination and Juno Nomination
In 2007, Michael Bublé was nominated for another Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album, this time for his album "Caught in the Act." He again lost to Tony Bennett. In the same year, he received a Juno nomination for Fan Choice but lost to Nelly Furtado.
July 2008: Breakup with Emily Blunt
Michael Bublé and Emily Blunt ended their relationship in July 2008.
December 2008: Vancouver Giants Co-ownership
A lifelong fan of hockey, Michael Bublé became a co-owner of the Vancouver Giants in December 2008.
February 12, 2009: Black Saturday Bushfires Donation
Michael Bublé pledged A$50,000 to the victims of the Black Saturday bushfires in Victoria, Australia, during a charity concert at Lakeside Secondary School on February 12, 2009.
August 31, 2009: Release of "Haven't Met You Yet"
"Haven't Met You Yet," the lead single from Michael Bublé's album "Crazy Love," was released on August 31, 2009. The song became a hit, reaching number one on Billboard's Canadian Adult Contemporary chart.
October 9, 2009: Early Release and Oprah Performance
"Crazy Love" saw an early release in the United States on October 9, 2009. On the same day, Bublé appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," performing the album's lead single, "Haven't Met You Yet."
October 10, 2009: Bublé's Early Aspirations
During an interview with Oprah Winfrey on October 10, 2009, Michael Bublé shared that he had dreamed of being a famous singer since he was two years old.
October 13, 2009: Release of "Crazy Love"
Michael Bublé's fourth studio album, "Crazy Love," was officially released on October 13, 2009.
October 17, 2009: Interview on "The Hour"
On October 17, 2009, Michael Bublé was interviewed by George Stroumboulopoulos on the Canadian news program "The Hour" to promote his new album "Crazy Love."
November 2009: Engagement to Luisana Lopilato
Michael Bublé and Argentine actress Luisana Lopilato got engaged in November 2009.
December 22, 2009: Appearance on "The Glenn Beck Program"
Michael Bublé was a guest on "The Glenn Beck Program" on December 22, 2009, where he discussed his album "Crazy Love."
2009: "Crazy Love" Debuts at Number One
Michael Bublé's album "Crazy Love" debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 in 2009 and stayed there for two weeks.
2009: Appearance on "My Musical Brain" and "The X Factor"
In 2009, Michael Bublé appeared on the television program "My Musical Brain" with neuroscientist Daniel Levitin. The program was inspired by Levitin's book "This Is Your Brain on Music." During the same year, Bublé participated in the sixth season of the UK singing competition "The X Factor." He mentored the finalists during week three and performed a duet with contestant Stacey Solomon on the finale.
April 18, 2010: Juno Award Wins
Michael Bublé won four Juno Awards on April 18, 2010: Juno Fan Choice Award, Single of the Year for "Haven't Met You Yet," Album of the Year for "Crazy Love," and Pop Album of the Year for "Crazy Love."
September 7, 2010: Release of "Hollywood"
"Hollywood," a single from the re-released "Crazy Love: Hollywood Edition," was released globally on radio and iTunes on September 7, 2010. The song was co-written by Bublé and Toronto-based songwriter and pianist Robert G. Scott.
October 15, 2010: "Crazy Love: Hollywood Edition" Release in Europe
The "Crazy Love: Hollywood Edition" was released earlier in Europe on October 15, 2010, featuring bonus tracks including the single "Hollywood."
October 25, 2010: "Crazy Love: Hollywood Edition" Release in US
On October 25, 2010, Michael Bublé re-released his album "Crazy Love" as "Crazy Love: Hollywood Edition" in the US. This special edition included bonus tracks, including the single "Hollywood."
2010: Vancouver Winter Olympics Performances
Michael Bublé participated in the torch relay for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. He also performed on the "Today Show" on February 12, the opening day of the games, and during the broadcast from Grouse Mountain. Additionally, the introduction to his rendition of "Cry Me a River" was used as the theme music for the BBC's coverage of the event.
2010: Vancouver Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony
Michael Bublé joined other Canadian celebrities for the closing ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics. During his performance, he sang "Maple Leaf Forever" dressed as a Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer, later tearing off the uniform to reveal a white tuxedo.
2010: Appearance on "The Colbert Report"
In 2010, Michael Bublé appeared on "The Colbert Report" as a guest during Stephen Colbert's coverage of the Vancouver Winter Olympics.
February 23, 2011: Narrator for "Song Stories: My Way"
Michael Bublé took on the role of narrator for BBC Radio 2's "Song Stories: My Way" which aired on February 23, 2011. The episode focused on the history and different interpretations of the iconic song "My Way."
March 2011: Marriage to Luisana Lopilato
Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato married in Buenos Aires in March 2011.
October 2011: Release of "Christmas"
In October 2011, Michael Bublé released his fifth studio album, "Christmas." The album topped the charts in the US and the UK and has consistently been a top seller during the holiday season in Australia since its release.
2011: "Christmas" Dominates the Charts
Bublé's 2011 holiday album, "Christmas," topped the Billboard 200 for five weeks, spanning 2011 and 2012.
February 25, 2013: Release of "It's a Beautiful Day"
The lead single from Michael Bublé's album "To Be Loved," titled "It's a Beautiful Day," was released on February 25, 2013.
April 15, 2013: Release of "To Be Loved"
"To Be Loved," Michael Bublé's seventh studio album, was released on April 15, 2013 in certain regions. The album marked his fourth consecutive number-one album on the Billboard 200 chart.
April 2013: "To Be Loved" Release
In April 2013, Michael Bublé released his album "To Be Loved."
June 30, 2013: "Michael Bublé's Day Off" Documentary
Michael Bublé was featured in an ITV documentary titled "Michael Bublé's Day Off," which gave viewers a glimpse into his life offstage. The documentary aired on June 30, 2013.
December 18, 2013: 3rd Annual Christmas Special
On December 18, 2013, Michael Bublé hosted his third annual Christmas special on NBC. The show featured guest appearances by Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah, and David Foster.
2013: Birth of First Son
Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato's first son was born in 2013.
March 22, 2015: Conclusion of the "To Be Loved" Tour
The "To Be Loved Tour," Michael Bublé's fifth concert tour, concluded on March 22, 2015, in Johannesburg, South Africa. The tour, which supported his album "To Be Loved," had kicked off on June 30, 2013, with a series of concerts at The O2 Arena in London.
August 19, 2016: Release of "Nobody but Me" Single and Perfume Launch
The title track from Michael Bublé's album "Nobody but Me," featuring Black Thought of The Roots, was released on August 19, 2016. That same month, Bublé launched his own fragrance line, which was made available in 30 countries.
October 2016: "Nobody but Me" Release
Michael Bublé released "Nobody but Me" in October 2016.
October 21, 2016: Release of "Nobody but Me"
Michael Bublé released his seventh studio album, "Nobody but Me," on October 21, 2016.
2016: Birth of Second Son
Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato welcomed their second son in 2016.
2016: Son's Cancer Diagnosis
Michael Bublé's eldest son was diagnosed with hepatoblastoma in 2016. This led to the singer canceling his tour to be with his son.
September 27, 2018: Release of "When I Fall in Love"
"When I Fall in Love," the first single from Michael Bublé's album "Love," was released on September 27, 2018.
November 2018: "Love" is Released
"Love," Michael Bublé's album, was released in November 2018.
November 16, 2018: Release of "❤️" ("Love")
Michael Bublé's eighth studio album, titled "Love" (represented by the heart emoji, ❤️), was released on November 16, 2018.
December 15, 2018: "Strictly Come Dancing" Performance
Michael Bublé was the musical guest for the finale of the sixteenth season of the BBC's "Strictly Come Dancing" on December 15, 2018.
2018: Birth of First Daughter
The first daughter of Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato was born in 2018.
2018: Son's Recovery and Discussion with James Corden
Michael Bublé's son fully recovered from hepatoblastoma. Bublé discussed this experience with James Corden in 2018.
2018: N/A
Michael Bublé's last album release prior to "Higher" was in 2018, when he released "Love."
January 17, 2019: Bubly Sparkling Water Super Bowl Commercial
It was announced on January 17, 2019, that Michael Bublé would be featured in a Super Bowl commercial for Bubly sparkling water.
February 13, 2019: Start of "An Evening with Michael Bublé" Tour
On February 13, 2019, Michael Bublé kicked off his "An Evening with Michael Bublé" tour in Tampa, Florida. The tour was in support of his album "Love."
January 29, 2022: Announcement of "Higher" Album
On January 29, 2022, Michael Bublé announced his ninth studio album, "Higher," which would be his first since 2018's "Love."
October 24, 2022: Michael Bublé Night
On October 24, 2022, "Michael Bublé Night" was celebrated on Dancing With The Stars on Disney+, with Bublé himself serving as a guest judge and performing two songs, including Higher.
2022: Birth of Second Daughter
Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato's second daughter was born in 2022.
May 13, 2024: The Voice Coach Announcement
It was announced on May 13, 2024, that Michael Bublé would be featured as a coach on the 26th season of The Voice.