Country Singer

Alan Jackson

Alan Eugene Jackson is an American singer-songwriter known for "neotraditional country" and 16 studio albums.

Full Name
Alan Eugene Jackson
Age
66
Zodiac
Libra
Height
6′ 4″
Fame Level
% of people who know them
78%
Liked by
65%
Neutral
21%
Disliked by
14%

Alan Jackson is an American singer and songwriter, known as one of the best-selling and most awarded artists in country music. His hits include 'Remember When', 'Chattahoochee' and 'Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)', which established him as one of the most popular country music artists of all time.

Alan Jackson Timeline

1958
Alan Jackson is Born
On October 17, 1958, Alan Eugene Jackson was born in Newnan, Georgia.
1976
Moves to Nashville
After graduating high school, Jackson moves to Nashville to pursue a career in music.
1989
Signed to Arista Records
Alan signs with Arista Records and releases his debut album "Here in the Real World".
1992
Wins CMA Awards
Receives two Country Music Association Awards for Entertainer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year.
1995
Grammy Award Winner
Wins Grammy Award for Best Country Song for "I Don't Even Know Your Name".
2003
Inducted into Grand Ole Opry
Inducted into the Grand Ole Opry by Vince Gill and Reba McEntire.
2011
Receives Kennedy Center Honors
Named one of the five Kennedy Center Honorees at a ceremony in Washington D.C.

5 Interesting Facts about Alan Jackson

1.

Won Two Grammys

Alan Jackson has won two Grammy Awards, including one for Best Country Song for “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning).”

2.

Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame

In 2017, Alan Jackson was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. He is only the third artist in history to receive the honor while still actively recording music.

3.

Had a Record Breaking Debut Album

Alan Jackson's debut album, 'Here in the Real World', became a record breaking success. It sold more than 3 million copies in its first year and went on to be certified 5x platinum.

4.

Wrote Songs About His Family Members

Alan Jackson wrote songs about his family members such as “Grandpa (Tell Me ‘Bout The Good Old Days)” and “Remember When” which spoke of his wife Denise.

5.

Ranked as Top Country Artist of All Time

Alan Jackson is ranked as the third top country artist of all time according to Billboard Magazine, behind only George Strait and Garth Brooks.

When is Alan Jackson birthday?

Alan Jackson is an American country singer who was born on October 17, 1958 and is currently 64 years old. He is an icon of the country music genre and has produced many hit songs, including "Remember When" and "Chattahoochee." He is best known for his traditional country sound and chart-topping success.

What is the Net Worth of Alan Jackson?

Alan Jackson has an estimated net worth of $150M. He is a renowned country music singer-songwriter with a successful career spanning over thirty years. He has made his wealth through his international music releases, TV and movie projects, touring, and other business ventures.

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