Childhood and Education Journey of Stevie Nicks in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Stevie Nicks. A timeline of key moments.

Stevie Nicks, born Stephanie Lynn Nicks, is an iconic American singer-songwriter. She gained fame as a key member of Fleetwood Mac, contributing significantly to their success with her distinctive vocals and songwriting, including hits like "Rhiannon" and "Landslide." Simultaneously, she launched a successful solo career, producing popular songs such as "Edge of Seventeen" and "Stand Back." Nicks is known for her mystical stage persona, bohemian style, and powerful vocal delivery, making her a highly influential figure in music and pop culture. She has received numerous accolades, including Grammy Awards, and is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame both as a member of Fleetwood Mac and as a solo artist.

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May 26, 1948: Stevie Nicks Born

On May 26, 1948, Stephanie Lynn Nicks, known professionally as Stevie Nicks, was born. She is an American singer-songwriter recognized for her work with Fleetwood Mac and as a solo artist.

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1978: Nicks stops wearing black due to rumors of witchcraft

In 1978, Nicks stopped wearing black because of the rumors of her being a witch and the harassing letters she was receiving.

1979: Abortion After Pregnancy by Don Henley

In 1979, Stevie Nicks had an abortion after becoming pregnant by Don Henley.

1981: Built Paradise Valley home

In 1981, Stevie Nicks had a home built in Paradise Valley, Arizona, where she lived with her brother, his wife, and their daughter.

1982: End of Nicks' not wearing black because of rumors of witchcraft

In 1982, Nicks' stopped wearing colors such as apricot and sea foam green and went back to wearing black again.

1982: Married and Divorced Kim Anderson

In 1982, following the death of her friend Robin Anderson, Stevie Nicks married Robin's widower, Kim Anderson, and divorced him three months later.

1983: Nicks discusses disliking being called a witch

In 1983, Nicks stated that she didn't like people thinking about her being a witch.

1983: Marriage to Kim Anderson

In 1983, Stevie Nicks married Kim Anderson, the widower of her best friend Robin Anderson, shortly after Robin's death from leukemia. The marriage, intended to care for Robin's baby, ended in divorce after three months due to being rooted in grief rather than love.

1986: Stay at Betty Ford Center

In 1986, Stevie Nicks stayed at the Betty Ford Center, which inspired the song "Welcome to the Room...Sara".

1987: Psychiatrist Prescribes Klonopin

Starting in 1987, a psychiatrist prescribed Stevie Nicks ever increasing amounts of Klonopin, in an attempt to keep her from regressing to her former abuse of cocaine.

1992: Bill Clinton Uses "Don't Stop" as Campaign Theme Song

In 1992, Bill Clinton used the Fleetwood Mac hit "Don't Stop" as his presidential campaign theme song.

1993: Performance at Clinton's Inaugural Gala

In 1993, Stevie Nicks rejoined the classic Rumours lineup of Fleetwood Mac to perform "Don't Stop" at Bill Clinton's inaugural gala.

1993: Accidental Injury and Detox

In 1993, while hosting a baby shower, Stevie Nicks tripped and cut her forehead, leading her to realize the severity of her Klonopin dependency and undergo a 47-day detox.

1994: End of Klonopin Prescription

Stevie Nicks was prescribed Klonopin by a psychiatrist between 1987 and 1994 to prevent her from returning to cocaine abuse.

1995: Allure interview on platform boots

In 1995, Stevie Nicks told Allure that she kept wearing platform boots because she didn't want to go back to being 5 feet 3 inches in heels.

2004: Visiting Wounded Service Members

In 2004, Stevie Nicks began visiting Army and Navy medical centers in Washington, D.C. and providing wounded service members with autographed iPod Nanos loaded with personally selected music.

July 2007: Paradise Valley Home for Sale

In July 2007, Stevie Nicks announced she would put her Paradise Valley, Arizona home up for sale, citing downsizing and a focus on charity work as the reasons.

2007: Nicks Discussed Grief

In 2007, Stevie Nicks told The Telegraph about the "insane grief" she experienced following the death of Robin Anderson.

December 27, 2013: Officiated Wedding

On December 27, 2013, Stevie Nicks, an ordained minister with the Universal Life Church, officiated the wedding of Deer Tick singer John McCauley and singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton.

2013: Nicks discusses rumors of witchcraft

In 2013, Stevie Nicks told the Los Angeles Times about threatening mail accusing her of witchcraft.

October 2017: Final Performance of Stop Draggin' My Heart Around with Tom Petty

In October 2017, Stevie Nicks' performance with Tom Petty at the British Summer Time festival became their final performance of "Stop Draggin' My Heart Around" before Tom Petty's death.