History of Trace Adkins in Timeline

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: Partnerships with Pilot Flying J and Firestone

In 2012, Trace Adkins became the spokesman for Pilot Flying J, a truck stop chain. Adkins also lent his voice to Firestone for the "Drive a Firestone" campaign.

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.

April 6, 2015: Signs with Broken Bow Records

On April 6, 2015, Trace Adkins signed with Broken Bow Records, under the Wheelhouse imprint.

August 2015: Signs with Wheelhouse Records

In August 2015, it was announced that Trace Adkins was one of the first artists signed to Wheelhouse Records, a new imprint of Broken Bow Records.

2015: Performs at Tennessee Governor's Inauguration

In 2015, Trace Adkins performed the National Anthem at Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam's second inauguration.

January 18, 2016: Releases "Jesus and Jones"

On January 18, 2016, Trace Adkins' first single for Broken Bow Records, "Jesus and Jones", was released to country radio.

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July 4, 2016: Surprise Appearance in Hometown

On July 4, 2016, Trace Adkins made a surprise appearance at his hometown Independence Day celebration in Sarepta, Louisiana, joining the Backbeat Boogie Band on stage for several unrehearsed songs.

July 25, 2016: Releases "Lit"

On July 25, 2016, Trace Adkins released "Lit" to country radio, but it failed to chart.

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2016: Performs at Republican National Convention

In 2016, Trace Adkins performed during candidate Donald Trump's nomination at the Republican National Convention.

March 31, 2017: Releases album Something's Going On

On March 31, 2017, Trace Adkins released his album "Something's Going On" via Wheelhouse Records, and its title track became a video.

October 12, 2019: Marries Victoria Pratt

On October 12, 2019, Trace Adkins married Canadian actress Victoria Pratt in New Orleans, Louisiana.

2019: Collaborations with Hardy and Blake Shelton

In 2019, Trace Adkins appeared on Hardy's album, Hixtape Volume 1, on the song "Redneck Tendencies" with Joe Diffie. Also in 2019, Adkins reunited with Blake Shelton on the song "Hell Right" in Shelton's album, Fully Loaded: God's Country.

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