Early Life and Education of Shania Twain: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Shania Twain. A timeline of key moments.

Shania Twain is a highly successful Canadian singer and songwriter, renowned as one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Having sold over 100 million records, she holds the distinction of being the best-selling female artist in country music history. Often dubbed the "Queen of Country Pop," Twain spearheaded the country-pop crossover movement of the 1990s, according to Billboard.

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

August 28, 1965: Shania Twain's Birth

On August 28, 1965, Eilleen Regina "Shania" Twain was born. She is a Canadian singer and songwriter who has achieved global success in the music industry.

1981: Return to Jerry

In 1981, after a stay in a homeless shelter in Toronto, Shania Twain's mother returned to Jerry with Shania and her siblings.

June 1983: Graduation from Timmins High

In June 1983, Shania Twain graduated from Timmins High School, eager to pursue and expand her musical career.

November 1, 1987: Death of Twain's Parents

On November 1, 1987, Shania Twain's mother and adoptive father died in a car accident near Wawa, Ontario. She then moved back to Timmins to take care of her younger siblings.

1991: Recording Contract and Immigration Status

In 1991, Shania Twain received a recording contract in Nashville and applied for immigration status to the United States. Through her adoptive father, she became legally registered as having 50 percent indigenous American blood.

June 1993: Meeting Mutt Lange

In June 1993, Shania Twain met producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange at Nashville's Fan Fair and they became close after speaking on the phone for many months.

December 28, 1993: Twain and Lange's Wedding

On December 28, 1993, Shania Twain and Robert John "Mutt" Lange got married after becoming close within weeks of meeting.

August 12, 2001: Birth of Son Eja

On August 12, 2001, Shania Twain and Mutt Lange had a son, Eja (pronounced "Asia").

January 1, 2010: Olympic Torch Relay

On January 1, 2010, Shania Twain carried the Olympic Torch through her hometown as part of the 2010 Winter Olympics torch relay.

June 9, 2010: Finalization of Divorce from Mutt Lange

On June 9, 2010, Shania Twain's divorce from Mutt Lange was finalized.

December 20, 2010: Engagement to Frédéric Thiébaud

On December 20, 2010, it was reported that Shania Twain was engaged to Swiss Nestlé executive Frédéric Thiébaud.

2010: Shania Kids Can Charity

In 2010, Shania Twain established Shania Kids Can, a charity focused on supporting neglected children who are often underserved by existing social assistance programs.

January 1, 2011: Marriage to Frédéric Thiébaud

On January 1, 2011, Shania Twain married Frédéric Thiébaud in Rincón, Puerto Rico.

2011: Return with 'Today Is Your Day' and Autobiography

In 2011, Shania Twain returned to the music scene with her first single in six years, "Today Is Your Day", and published her autobiography, 'From This Moment On', chronicling her vocal rehabilitation.