Childhood and Education Journey of Randy Travis in Timeline

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

Randy Travis is an American country and gospel singer, songwriter, and actor. He began his career in 1979 and has since released over 20 studio albums. Travis has achieved significant success on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, with over 50 singles charted, including 16 number-one hits. He is a prominent figure in the country music genre.

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May 4, 1959: Randy Travis's Birth

On May 4, 1959, Randy Bruce Traywick, known professionally as Randy Travis, was born. He is an American country and gospel music singer, songwriter, and actor.

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1968: First Public Performance

In 1968, Randy Travis and his brother Ricky performed publicly for the first time at a talent show held at the local elementary school.

May 31, 1991: Marriage to Lib Hatcher

On May 31, 1991, Randy Travis and Lib Hatcher secretly married and bought a house on Maui soon afterward.

1992: Touring Hiatus Due to Exhaustion

In 1992, Randy Travis took a hiatus from touring due to exhaustion. Travis and Hatcher chose to spend time at their property in Maui.

October 2010: Divorce from Lib Hatcher

In October 2010, Randy Travis and Lib Hatcher divorced, citing incompatibility, though Hatcher continued to serve as his manager at the time.

July 2013: Travis Suffers Stroke and Heart Failure

In July 2013, Randy Travis was hospitalized in Dallas, Texas, for viral cardiomyopathy. He suffered congestive heart failure and a stroke that affected the left side of his brain, impacting movement on the right side of his body, his ability to speak and sing, and his vision. He was placed on life support.

2013: Travis's Stroke

In 2013, Mary Davis tended to Randy Travis's medical needs during his stroke.

2013: Randy Travis Suffers a Stroke

In 2013, Randy Travis suffered a near-fatal stroke, significantly impacting his singing and speaking abilities.

March 21, 2015: Marriage to Mary Davis

On March 21, 2015, Randy Travis married Mary Davis, and the couple resides at Chrysalis Ranch near Tioga, Texas.

May 4, 2019: 60th Birthday Party at the Grand Ole Opry

On May 4, 2019, Randy Travis appeared during his 60th birthday party hosted by the Grand Ole Opry.

March 2025: Announcement of Forever and Ever, Amen Biographical Movie

In March 2025, Randy Travis joined Clay Walker onstage at the Grand Ole Opry to announce the release of an upcoming biographical movie called Forever and Ever, Amen.

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March 19, 2025: 100th Birthday Celebration of the Grand Ole Opry

On March 19, 2025, the 100th birthday of the Grand Ole Opry was celebrated with tributes to country music icons including Randy Travis. Carrie Underwood sang several of Travis's songs and shared the ending lyrics of “Forever and Ever, Amen" with him.

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