Kenny Chesney

Country music icon Kenny Chesney is renowned for his number-one singles and beachy aesthetic. Here is a summary of his life and career, along with some interesting information:

Early Life and Career

In Knoxville, Tennessee, on March 26, 1968, Kenny Chesney was born. He started performing at neighborhood taverns and clubs while he was a student at East Tennessee State University, where he played football. Chesney made his first recording agreement with Capricorn Records in 1993 after relocating to Nashville in 1990. He didn't achieve significant success, though, until he signed with BNA Records in 1995.

Breakout Success

The 1996 release "Me and You" by Chesney featured the smash title single and served as his breakthrough album. After the album received a platinum certification, Chesney quickly rose to prominence in the country music industry. There were four top 10 songs on his 1999 album "Everywhere We Go," including "How Forever Feels" and "You Had Me From Hello."

Career Highlights

With more than 30 number one songs and 30 million albums sold globally, Kenny Chesney has released 20 studio albums over the years. Throughout his career, he has received numerous honors, including four times as Entertainer of the Year from the Country Music Association. Chesney received the Crystal Milestone Award from the Academy of Country Music in 2013 for selling 10 million tickets across his tours.

Personal Life

Kenny Chesney has been married twice. He married actress Renee Zellweger in May 2005, but the couple annulled their marriage just four months later. Chesney married his longtime girlfriend, Mary Nolan, in 2008, but the couple divorced in 2010.

Interesting Facts

• Chesney's love of the ocean and beach-inspired lifestyle is reflected in many of his songs, including "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem" and "Beer in Mexico."
• In addition to his music career, Chesney is also a successful businessman. He owns a line of rum, Blue Chair Bay, and has partnered with Costa Sunglasses to create a signature line of sunglasses.
• Chesney has been an advocate for marine conservation, and his Love for Love City Foundation has helped to rebuild communities in the U.S. Virgin Islands after Hurricane Irma in 2017.

Country music icon Kenny Chesney has made an enduring impression on the genre. Millions of people around the world have become fans of his catchy songs and beach-themed lifestyle, and his many awards are proof of his brilliance and diligence. Fans will continue to connect with Kenny Chesney's songs for years to come, whether he sings about love, loss, or life on the beach.