Mar 10, 1983
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Muskogee, OK
42 years old
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Country Singer
🎤 Carrie Underwood: From Small-Town Roots to Country Music Icon
🧔 Full Name and Early Life
Carrie Marie Underwood was born on March 10, 1983, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and raised on her family's farm in Checotah, a rural town with a population of just over 3,000. She is the youngest of three sisters, born to Carole, an elementary school teacher, and Steve Underwood, a paper mill worker. From a young age, Carrie showcased her vocal talents, singing at her local church, First Free Will Baptist Church, and participating in local events like Old Settler's Day and the Lions Club. At 14, she auditioned for Capitol Records in Nashville, but the deal fell through due to management changes. She graduated as salutatorian from Checotah High School in 2001 and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in mass communication with an emphasis in journalism from Northeastern State University in 2006, graduating magna cum laude.
🎶 Rise to Fame
In 2005, Carrie auditioned for the fourth season of "American Idol." Her powerful vocals and humble demeanor resonated with audiences, leading her to win the competition. Her debut single, "Inside Your Heaven," made her the first country artist to debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Her debut album, "Some Hearts," released the same year, became the best-selling debut album by a solo female country artist, featuring hits like "Jesus, Take the Wheel" and "Before He Cheats."
📀 Musical Career and Discography
Carrie's discography includes:
"Some Hearts" (2005)
"Carnival Ride" (2007)
"Play On" (2009)
"Blown Away" (2012)
"Storyteller" (2015)
"Cry Pretty" (2018)
"My Gift" (2020)
"My Savior" (2021)
"Denim & Rhinestones" (2022)
She has sold over 85 million records worldwide and is recognized as the highest-certified female country artist in RIAA history.
🏆 Awards and Achievements
Carrie Underwood's accolades include:
8 Grammy Awards
16 Academy of Country Music Awards
17 American Music Awards
25 CMT Music Awards
12 Billboard Music Awards
She was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2008 and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018.
🎤 Tours and Residencies
Carrie has headlined several tours, including:
"Blown Away Tour" (2012–2013)
"Storyteller Tour: Stories in the Round" (2016)
"Cry Pretty Tour 360" (2019)
"Denim & Rhinestones Tour" (2022–2023)
She began her Las Vegas residency, "Reflection," at Resorts World Theatre in 2021, which continues through April 2025.
📺 Television and Other Ventures
Beyond music, Carrie has ventured into television and business:
She has been the voice of NBC's "Sunday Night Football" theme since 2013.
In 2020, she released her fitness book, "Find Your Path," which became a New York Times bestseller.
She launched her fitness app, fit52, in 2020.
In 2023, she introduced her SiriusXM channel, CARRIE’S COUNTRY, along with two additional channels.
💍 Personal Life
Carrie married former NHL player Mike Fisher in 2010. The couple has two sons: Isaiah Michael Fisher, born in 2015, and Jacob Bryan Fisher, born in 2019. They reside in Tennessee.
Carrie Underwood's journey from a small-town girl to an international country music superstar is a testament to her talent, resilience, and dedication. Her contributions to music and entertainment continue to inspire fans around the world.
