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 a celebrated American singer-songwriter. Her career is defined by her prominent role in the legendary band Fleetwood Mac, where she contributed significantly to their iconic sound and success through her songwriting and distinctive vocals. Beyond her work with Fleetwood Mac, Nicks has also enjoyed a successful solo career, marked by numerous hit songs and albums. Her signature style, characterized by mystical lyrics, flowing bohemian attire, and captivating stage presence, has made her a lasting icon in music and pop culture.

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May 26, 1948: Stevie Nicks is born

On May 26, 1948, Stephanie Lynn Nicks, known professionally as Stevie Nicks, was born. She would later become a successful American singer-songwriter celebrated for her work as a solo artist and with the band Fleetwood Mac.

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1967: Meets Lindsey Buckingham

In mid-1967, Stevie Nicks met Lindsey Buckingham during her senior year at Menlo-Atherton High School. She joined him in harmony after seeing him playing "California Dreamin'" at the Young Life club, and he later asked her to replace the lead singer in the band Fritz.

1968: Fritz opens for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin

From 1968 until 1970, Fritz, the band Stevie Nicks joined, opened for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. Nicks credits both acts as inspiring her stage intensity and performance.

1970: Fritz opens for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin

From 1968 until 1970, Fritz, the band Stevie Nicks joined, opened for Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. Nicks credits both acts as inspiring her stage intensity and performance.

1972: Fritz disbands

In 1972, after Fritz disbanded, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham continued to write as a duo.

1976: Relationship with Buckingham ends

In 1976, while Fleetwood Mac began recording their follow-up album, Rumours, Stevie Nicks ended her personal relationship with Lindsey Buckingham, though they continued to work together professionally. They also sang back-up on Warren Zevon's eponymous second album.

October 1978: Mick Fleetwood leaves his wife for Sara Recor

By October 1978, Mick Fleetwood left Jenny Boyd for Sara Recor, who was a friend of Stevie Nicks.

1979: Solo project demos and founds Modern Records

During the Tusk sessions in 1979, Stevie Nicks wrote and recorded demos for a solo project and also founded Modern Records with Danny Goldberg and Paul Fishkin to record and release her solo material.

1979: Abortion after becoming pregnant by Don Henley

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

1981: Built home in Paradise Valley, Arizona

In 1981, Stevie Nicks built a home in Paradise Valley, Arizona.

1982: Friend's death and marriage to Kim Anderson

In 1982, after her friend Robin Anderson died of leukemia, Stevie Nicks married Robin's widower, Kim Anderson, believing that Robin would want her to care for the baby. They divorced three months later.

1983: Marriage to Kim Anderson and subsequent divorce

In 1983, Stevie Nicks married Kim Anderson, the widower of her best friend Robin Anderson, soon after Robin's death from leukemia. They divorced after only three months. The Bella Donna album was on top of the charts during this time.

1986: Nicks' Stay at Betty Ford Center Inspires "Welcome to the Room...Sara"

In 1986, following her stay at the Betty Ford Center, Stevie Nicks was available for a few weeks to work on Fleetwood Mac's 'Tango in the Night'. Her time at the center inspired the song "Welcome to the Room...Sara".

1987: Prescription of Klonopin

In 1987, a psychiatrist started prescribing Stevie Nicks ever-increasing amounts of Klonopin, in an attempt to prevent her from relapsing into cocaine abuse, a dependency which would last until 1994.

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

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

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1993: Nicks Reunites with Fleetwood Mac for Clinton's Inaugural Gala

In 1993, Stevie Nicks rejoined the classic 'Rumours' lineup of Fleetwood Mac, including Buckingham, to perform "Don't Stop" at Bill Clinton's inaugural gala. She faced criticism for her weight gain, attributed to Klonopin use.

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1993: Nicks' Forehead Injury Leads to Detox

In 1993, Stevie Nicks tripped over a box at a baby shower, cutting her forehead. Realizing it was due to Klonopin, she underwent a 47-day detox in a hospital.

1994: Writing for Trouble in Shangri-La Begins

In 1994, Stevie Nicks began actively writing for 'Trouble in Shangri-La' as she emerged from her Klonopin dependency.

1994: End of Klonopin Prescription

In 1994, Stevie Nicks' Klonopin prescription, which began in 1987, came to an end.

1995: Writing for Trouble in Shangri-La Continues

In 1995, Stevie Nicks continued writing for 'Trouble in Shangri-La'. Tom Petty convinced her to write music again. She resumed recording songs with Sheryl Crow, who produced and performed on several tracks before a scheduling conflict forced her to drop out.

1997: The Dance Tour

In 1997, Stevie Nicks rejoined Fleetwood Mac for 'The Dance', a successful tour coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the release of 'Rumours'. She started working with a voice coach and adopted a healthier lifestyle to prepare for the tour.

July 2007: Putting Paradise Valley home up for sale

In July 2007, Stevie Nicks announced that her Paradise Valley, Arizona home would be put up for sale for a reported $3.8 million.

2007: Stevie Nicks discusses her marriage to Kim Anderson

In 2007, Stevie Nicks told the Telegraph that they were all in such insane grief they were completely deranged after the death of Robin Anderson, which led to Nicks marrying Anderson's widower Kim Anderson.

2009: Stevie Nicks discusses cocaine use

In 2009, Stevie Nicks told Chris Isaak that she started using cocaine because they were told that it was recreational and not dangerous.

December 27, 2013: Officiated wedding of John McCauley and Vanessa Carlton

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