Childhood and Education Journey of Tim McGraw in Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Tim McGraw. From birth to education, explore key events.
Tim McGraw is a highly successful American country singer and actor. He has released 16 studio albums, with 10 reaching number one on the Top Country Albums charts. His 1994 album, Not a Moment Too Soon, was the top country album of that year. McGraw's albums have generated 65 singles, 25 of which have topped the Hot Country Songs or Country Airplay charts, solidifying his status as a major figure in country music.
1966: Parents Met
In 1966, Tim McGraw's parents, Elizabeth D'Agostino and Tug McGraw, met while Tug was playing baseball in Jacksonville.
May 1, 1967: Birth of Samuel Timothy McGraw
On May 1, 1967, Samuel Timothy McGraw was born. He later became known as an American country singer and actor.
1987: Move to Jacksonville, Florida
In 1987, Tim McGraw followed his mother back to Jacksonville, Florida, and attended Florida Community College at Jacksonville.
1989: Dropped Out of College
In 1989, on the day of Keith Whitley's death, Tim McGraw dropped out of college and moved to Nashville to pursue a music career.
1994: Established Swampstock Event
In 1994, Tim McGraw established the annual Swampstock event to raise money for hometown little league programs.
October 6, 1996: Marriage to Faith Hill
On October 6, 1996, Tim McGraw married Faith Hill after she broke off her engagement with Scott Hendricks.
1996: Married Faith Hill
In 1996, Tim McGraw married fellow country singer Faith Hill.
2000: Scuffle with Police in Buffalo
In 2000, Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney were arrested after a scuffle with police officers in Buffalo, New York. McGraw was charged with assault, but was acquitted in 2001.
September 11, 2001: Response to September 11 Attacks
On September 11, 2001, Tim McGraw released "Comfort Me" with Kim Carnes as a response to the September 11 attacks.
2004: Death of Tug McGraw
In 2004, Tim McGraw's biological father, Tug McGraw, passed away. The two had a close relationship after Tug acknowledged Tim as his son.
2005: NFL Season Song and Arena Football Owner
Throughout the 2005 NFL season, Tim McGraw sang an alternate version of "I Like It, I Love It" every week and became a minority owner of the Arena Football League's Nashville Kats.
2006: Expressed Interest in Running for Public Office
In a 2006 interview, Tim McGraw stated he would like to run for public office as a Democratic Party candidate in Tennessee.
2008: Identified as a Blue Dog Democrat
In a 2008 interview, Tim McGraw referred to himself as a "Blue Dog Democrat" and stated that he and his family support Barack Obama.
2009: ACM Awards Cancellation
In 2009, Tim McGraw was set to debut a new song at the ACM Awards but then canceled his performance.
2015: Estimated Annual Income
In 2015, Forbes estimated Tim McGraw's annual income at $38 million.
December 2019: End Well Symposium
In December 2019, Tim McGraw spoke at the End Well Symposium about why he wrote "Live Like You Were Dying" and his struggles with caregiving for his dying father.
October 9, 2021: Confronted Heckler at Performance
On October 9, 2021, Tim McGraw confronted a heckler at a performance in Sparks, Nevada, after forgetting the words to his song "Just to See You Smile". He explained he had been filming a movie and had a lot on his mind.
April 2023: Gifted Guitar to Brandon Davis
In April 2023, Tim McGraw surprised rising country star Brandon Davis with a new guitar after his gear was stolen.
2023: Lepshi Wins Best of Breed at Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
In 2023, Tim McGraw's Bracco Italiano named Lepshi won Best of Breed at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
