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 'Dreamin' Out Loud.' He has released ten studio albums, two 'Greatest Hits' compilations, and charted over 20 singles on the Billboard country charts. Notably, he achieved Number One hits with '(This Ain't) No Thinkin' Thing,' 'Ladies Love Country Boys,' and 'You're Gonna Miss This,' released in 1997, 2007, and 2008 respectively, marking a successful and enduring career in country music.
1955: Automobile Accident
In 1955, at age 17, Trace Adkins was in a severe automobile accident where his truck hit a school bus head-on, resulting in serious injuries.
January 13, 1962: Tracy Adkins Born
On January 13, 1962, Tracy Darrell Adkins was born. He is an American country music singer and actor.
1989: Stranded on Offshore 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, highlighting a perilous experience.
1992: Moved to Nashville
In 1992, Trace Adkins moved to Nashville, Tennessee, a pivotal move in his pursuit of a music career.
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 lungs, but he survived and did not press charges.
1994: Met Rhonda Forlaw
In late-1994, Trace Adkins met Rhonda Forlaw, an executive at Arista Records Nashville, who played a crucial role in introducing him to the music industry.
2001: Entering Alcohol Rehabilitation
In 2001, Trace Adkins entered a 28-day alcohol rehabilitation facility, marking his initial step towards addressing issues with alcohol.
2001: Tractor Accident
In 2001, Trace Adkins was injured in a tractor accident, which led to the temporary cancellation of his touring schedule.
2002: Entered Rehab
Shortly after the release of his "Chrome" album, Trace Adkins entered a 28-day alcohol rehabilitation program in Nashville in 2002, marking a turning point in his personal life.
2007: Autobiography Published
In 2007, Trace Adkins' autobiography titled "A Personal Stand: Observations and Opinions from a Free-Thinking Roughneck" was released, providing insights into his life and perspectives.
March 2008: The Celebrity Apprentice Runner-Up
In March 2008, Trace Adkins was the runner-up on NBC's The Celebrity Apprentice, playing for the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network in honor of his daughter.
November 2008: Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Appearance
In November 2008, Trace Adkins appeared at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, riding with his family on the "Jimmy Dean" float and performing "You're Gonna Miss This".
October 18, 2009: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Appearance
On October 18, 2009, Trace Adkins appeared on "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" to help build a new home for the Marshall family.
January 2010: Signed with Show Dog-Universal Music
In January 2010, Trace Adkins parted ways with Capitol Nashville and signed with Show Dog-Universal Music, marking a shift in his recording career.
February 13, 2010: Tour Bus Accident
On February 13, 2010, two men died after crashing into Trace Adkins' tour bus. Adkins was not on board at the time.
October 10, 2010: Sang National Anthem at Cowboys Stadium
On October 10, 2010, Trace Adkins sang the national anthem at Dallas Cowboys Stadium.
December 18, 2010: Tribute To The Troops Performance
On December 18, 2010, Trace Adkins performed at WWE's annual "Tribute To The Troops" event, receiving an amazing reception from the soldiers in attendance.
March 2011: "Just Fishin'" Release
In March 2011, Trace Adkins released "Just Fishin'", a song featuring his daughter Trinity in the video, shot at their farm.
April 2011: Crush on Kim Mulkey Revealed
In April 2011, Trace Adkins revealed that he had a crush on Kim Mulkey, the Baylor Lady Bears' head coach, while they were in college, and dedicated his performance of "One in a Million You" to her.
May 13, 2011: SmackDown Appearance
On May 13, 2011, Trace Adkins appeared on an episode of SmackDown live from Nashville, Tennessee, as a special member of the WWE audience.
June 4, 2011: Home Burned Down
On June 4, 2011, Trace Adkins' home in Brentwood, Tennessee, burned down.
October 20, 2011: Sang National Anthem at World Series
On October 20, 2011, Trace Adkins sang the National Anthem at game 2 of the 2011 World Series in St. Louis.
December 2011: Phone Call with Kim Mulkey
In December 2011, Kim Mulkey's sister arranged a phone call between Trace Adkins and Kim Mulkey, during which Mulkey invited him to sing at a Baylor game.
February 2012: Performance at Baylor Game Arranged
In February 2012, Trace Adkins arranged to perform the National Anthem at the Lady Bears' home game against the Texas A&M Aggies, fulfilling an invitation from Kim Mulkey.
March 2012: Visited Lady Bears
In March 2012, Trace Adkins visited the Baylor Lady Bears in Kansas City to encourage them before their NCAA Championships semi-final match, and the team later attended his concert.
2012: Endorsement of Mitt Romney and Performance at Republican National Convention
In 2012, Trace Adkins endorsed Mitt Romney and performed at the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida, showcasing his political affiliations.
September 2013: Left Showdog Roster
In September 2013, it was announced that Trace Adkins was no longer on the Showdog roster, as per the official website.
March 2014: Rehabilitation and Divorce Filing
In March 2014, Trace Adkins checked into rehabilitation for alcoholism and his then wife Rhonda filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. Later, Trace filed for divorce.
2015: Performance at Bill Haslam's Inauguration
In 2015, Trace Adkins performed the National Anthem at Tennessee governor Bill Haslam's second inauguration, marking a public appearance at a significant political event.
July 4, 2016: Surprise Appearance in Sarepta
On July 4, 2016, Trace Adkins made a surprise appearance at his hometown Independence Day celebration in Sarepta, Louisiana, performing unrehearsed songs with the Backbeat Boogie Band.
2016: Performance at Republican National Convention
In 2016, Trace Adkins performed during candidate Donald Trump's nomination at the Republican National Convention, marking a public appearance at a significant political event.
October 12, 2019: Marriage to Victoria Pratt
On October 12, 2019, Trace Adkins married Canadian actress Victoria Pratt in New Orleans, Louisiana, signifying a new chapter in his personal life.
August 24, 2023: Divorce Finalized
On August 24, 2023, Trace Adkins' divorce was finalized by the Tennessee Court of Appeals, concluding a lengthy legal process.
