Early Life and Education of Trace Adkins: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Trace Adkins. A timeline of key moments.

Trace Adkins is an American country music singer and actor who debuted in 1996 with the album *Dreamin' Out Loud*. Signed to Capitol Records Nashville, he's released ten studio albums and two greatest hits compilations. Adkins has charted over 20 singles on the Billboard country music charts, including the Number One hits "(This Ain't) No Thinkin' Thing", "Ladies Love Country Boys", and "You're Gonna Miss This", achieving his peak popularity in 1997, 2007, and 2008.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1955: Automobile Accident

In 1955, at age 17, Trace Adkins was in an automobile accident where his 1955 Chevrolet pickup truck hit a school bus head-on, resulting in broken ribs, punctured lungs, and a partially torn-off nose.

1989: Stranded on Oil Rig During Hurricane Chantal

In 1989, Trace Adkins, along with nine coworkers, were stranded on an offshore oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico during Hurricane Chantal.

1994: Shot by Second Ex-Wife

In 1994, Trace Adkins was shot by his second ex-wife Julie Curtis. The bullet went through his heart and both lungs. He survived and chose not to press charges. They divorced after 3 years.

2001: Enters Alcohol Rehabilitation

In 2001, Trace Adkins entered a 28-day alcohol rehabilitation facility.

March 2008: Contestant on The Celebrity Apprentice

In January-March 2008, Trace Adkins was a contestant on NBC's The Celebrity Apprentice, playing for donations to the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network. He was the runner-up, losing to Piers Morgan.

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2012: Endorses Mitt Romney and Performs at Republican National Convention

In 2012, Trace Adkins endorsed Mitt Romney and performed at the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida.

March 2014: Checks into rehab and files for divorce

In early 2014, Trace Adkins checked into rehab for alcoholism after an altercation on a cruise ship. In March 2014, Rhonda filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences.