Biography
Who is Blake Shelton?
Early life and music beginnings
Blake Tollison Shelton was born in Ada, Oklahoma, on June 18, 1976. His mother, Dorothy Ann, ran a beauty salon while his father, Richard Lee Shelton, worked in car sales. Blake showed an interest in music during his childhood and learned to play the guitar from his uncle when he was twelve years old. By the age of fifteen, he had written his first original song. His early talent was recognized in his home state when he received a Denbo Diamond Award at sixteen. Tragedy struck the family in 1990 when his older brother, Richie Shelton, died in a car accident.
Rise to country music stardom
Blake Shelton released his debut single, Austin, in 2001. The track spent five weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and helped his self-titled first album earn a platinum certification. He followed this success with albums like The Dreamer in 2003 and Blake Shelton's Barn & Grill in 2004. These records produced several hits, including The Baby and Some Beach. His fourth studio effort, Pure BS, featured a popular cover of the song Home by Michael Bublé. By 2008, he released Startin' Fires, which included a duet with his future wife, Miranda Lambert.
Television career and The Voice
Beyond his recording career, Blake became widely known through his work on television. He served as a judge on Nashville Star and Clash of the Choirs before joining the original coaching panel of NBC's The Voice in 2011. He remained a central figure on the singing competition for twenty-three seasons, eventually departing the show in 2023. During his tenure, he became known for his competitive spirit and his ability to mentor rising talent, leading nine different contestants to victory across his many years on the program.
Spouses and personal life
Blake Shelton has had high-profile relationships within the music industry. He was previously married to fellow country star Miranda Lambert, and the pair collaborated on several musical projects during their time together. Following their divorce, he began a relationship with pop singer Gwen Stefani, whom he met while they were both working as coaches on The Voice. The couple eventually married, and they continue to be a prominent duo in the entertainment world.
Birthday and age
Blake Shelton was born on June 18, 1976, which makes Blake 50 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Blake shares the date with 65 other famous people.
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