Carrie Underwood

American country music performer, songwriter, and actor Carrie Underwood. She has over 70 million records sold globally and has garnered various accolades, including seven Grammy Awards. Here is a look at this accomplished artist's life and career.

Early Life and Education

Carole and Stephen Underwood welcomed Carrie Marie into the world in Muskogee, Oklahoma, on March 10, 1983. She was up on a farm in Checotah, Oklahoma, where she discovered her passion for both music and animals. She participated actively in the school's softball team while she was a student at Checotah High School. After graduating from high school, Underwood attended Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, where she earned a degree in mass communication in 2006.

Rise to Fame

In 2005, Underwood tried out for the fourth season of the reality competition "American Idol." She won the competition after making an impression on the judges with her powerful voice. Shortly after her victory, she dropped her debut single, "Inside Your Heaven," which quickly became popular.

The fastest selling debut country album in history, "Some Hearts," by Underwood, was published in 2005. Hit songs from the album were "Jesus, Take the Wheel" and "Before He Cheats."

Career Highlights

Since the release of her debut album, Underwood has released several other successful albums, including "Carnival Ride" (2007), "Play On" (2009), "Blown Away" (2012), and "Storyteller" (2015). She has had numerous hit singles, including "All-American Girl," "Cowboy Casanova," and "Something in the Water."

Underwood has won several awards for her music, including seven Grammy Awards, 11 Billboard Music Awards, 14 ACM Awards, and 9 CMA Awards. She was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2008 and was also inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2017.
Aside from her music career, Underwood has also appeared on television shows and films. She made her acting debut in 2010 in the film "Soul Surfer" and has also appeared in television shows such as "How I Met Your Mother" and "The Sound of Music Live!".

Interesting Facts

• Vegetarian Underwood is actively involved in groups that support animal rights.
• She has two sons and is married to former NHL player Mike Fisher.
• Because she is a devoted Christian, Underwood frequently uses religious themes in her songs. 
• Together with Toby Keith and Sam Presti, two other Oklahoma natives, she was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2017.
• On the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Underwood has a star.

One of the best-selling country music performers of all time is Carrie Underwood. She has captured the hearts of millions of fans all over the world with her strong voice, catchy melodies, and captivating stage presence. Underwood continues to utilize her platform to support causes that are important to her despite her success.