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Gypsy Rose Is Pregnant, Expecting First Child With Ken Urker
Gypsy Rose Blanchard is pregnant and expecting her first child with boyfriend Ken Urker, who is also her ex-fiancé. Gypsy announced the big news on her YouTube channel on Tuesday (July 9) in a video titled "I'm Pregnant, My Journey So Far." "I know the rumors have been flying...
Oak Ridge Boys Singer Joe Bonsall Dead at 76
Joe Bonsall, a tenor singer and longtime member of the Oak Ridge Boys, died on Tuesday (July 9) of complications from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS.) He was 76 years old. His death was announced in a statement from the band's publicity team. Bonsall announced his retirement from touring back in January due to the progression of his illness.
Here’s the First Lyric of Shaboozey’s ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’ Explained
It's one thing to get a Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 song after you have put a few out that didn't quite get there. But, if you're country newcomer, Shaboozey, getting to that top spot on your first major song released must be an incredible feeling. Now that the song...
Mark Chesnutt Shares a Health Update After Emergency Heart Surgery
Mark Chesnutt is on the mend after undergoing emergency quadruple bypass surgery last month. The singer checked in on social media over the weekend, giving fans a brief health update and admitting he's itching to get back out on the road. Chesnutt posted a clip filmed at one of his shows, which shows the crowd roaring in excitement during his set.
Carly Pearce Has Not One, But Two New Loves in Her Life [Exclusive]
Carly Pearce's career seems to be on a one-way rocket ship to outer space. She has had mass success in the past few years, and has made many new fans and some money along the way. Carly Pearce Has Not One, but Two New Loves in Her Life. Pearce was...
Devin Dawson + Leah Sykes Welcome Their First Child — See Pics!
The country singer-songwriter and his wife Leah Sykes welcomed their first child, a daughter named Iris Everlaine Durrett, in Nashville last Thursday (July 4.) Little Iris was born on Independence Day, and in his social media announcement, Dawson says his daughter made her grand arrival at 9:13 PM, "as the fireworks lit up the Nashville sky."
Unveiling Toilet Row: A New Era Of Ballpark Luxury
Every fan hates to miss any action on the field when they have to run to the bathroom, but this may be taking it a bit too far. The Lake County Captains, the High-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians, have installed a "Roto-Rooter Row" at their home park right behind home plate. The eight "high-end toilet seats" are obviously not your normal seats.
Luke Bryan Now Has His Own Hospital Wing
Luke Bryan and his family are the proud financial backers of a new hospital wing at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, Tenn. While that doesn't mean the country singer will be the doctor at your next visit, it does mean more medical care options are now available for those in the area.
Vince Gill Fan Drains Her Savings After Falling For Online Scam
A Vince Gill fan in Massachusetts has fallen prey to an online scam so devastating that it drained her retirement and savings accounts and fractured her relationship with friends and family. In a recent episode of the podcast Scammer Stories, a woman who identifies herself only as Jackie shares her...
Toby Keith’s Daughter Shares a Birthday Message For Her Late Dad [Photo]
Toby Keith would have turned 63 on Monday (July 8), and his friends and family are celebrating his birthday for the first time since he died on Feb. 5, 2024. The country star's daughter Krystal Keith — who is a country performer in her own right — shared a brief remembrance of him on social media. "Happy Birthday to our Popster," she wrote, alongside a photo of her dad grinning on a baseball field and holding up a card that reads, "Keep Smiling."
Morgan Wallen Made Country Music History in the U.K.
Morgan Wallen just made country music history during his July 4 show at BST Hyde Park in London. The singer performed in front of a sold-out crowd of 50,000 people making it the largest country concert ever held in the United Kingdom. Morgan Wallen's Historic Show at BST Hyde Park.
Here Are the Lyrics to Carly Pearce’s ‘Truck on Fire’ [Listen]
Carly Pearce is no stranger to cheatin' songs, but in her new single, "Truck on Fire," she breaks out the pyrotechnics. Fans have seen Pearce sing about heartbreak, loss, betrayal and moving on with hits like "What He Didn't Do" and "Never Wanted to Be That Girl," but this time around, she's showing a more vengeful streak. This song could be right up there with the most searing woman-scorned anthems from Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood.
The Best Covers of Toby Keith’s ‘Should’ve Been a Cowboy’
Both country music fans and artists alike were shaken when news broke of Toby Keith's passing on Feb. 5, 2024. The man was a pillar in the genre and left a legacy that extended beyond his music career. Since his death, the world seems to have latched onto his 1993...
The Heartbreaking Reason Bunnie Xo Wasn’t With Her Dad When He Died
Over the past year, fans of Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo have gotten to know and love her dad, Bill. As he battled Stage IV cancer, Bill moved from Texas to Tennessee to be closer to his daughter and her country superstar husband, and the family documented much of his journey dealing with his illness. He died in May, and given how involved Bunnie had been with his treatment and day-to-day life, some fans were surprised to learn that she wasn't with him when he died.
Wynonna Judd Reveals Vegas Residency With a Little Help From Her Farm
The country legend is celebrating 40 years in country music this year, and to celebrate, she's set for a three-date Las Vegas residency at the city's Venetian Resort. Billed as Wynonna Judd: The Greatest Hits, the three-night affair will feature songs from all eras of her catalog and revisit some of the biggest hits she recorded as one-half of the mother-daughter duo The Judds.
Willie Nelson is All Smiles As He Returns to the Road After Illness [Photo]
Willie Nelson returned to the stage of his traveling Outlaw Music Festival on Sunday night (July 7), playing his second show since returning to the stage after a bout of illness. The 91-year-old country legend has missed eight Outlaw Music Festival dates over the past month due to unspecified health...
Jelly Roll Plans + Executes Epic Day Date For His Wife [Watch]
Jelly Roll and his wife, Bunnie Xo, have quite the love for one another. Their love story is as original as a fingerprint and heart-filling to watch. When you've been with someone for as long as Jelly and Bunnie, it can be challenging to think of unique date ideas to keep the spark alive. But Jelly Roll planned out a fun adventure for his wife when they had some down town.
How to Mow Breathtaking Patterns Into Your Lawn
Your house can be the showstopper on the block with the right equipment and a few hours of work on your lawn. Eye-catching patterns mowed into lawns have become popular thanks to a series of recent tutorials shared on social media. Some of these patterns were only thought to be...
Mary Martin, Veteran Manager Who Championed Keith Urban, Dead at 85
Mary Martin, a longtime artist manager and A&R executive in the country, folk and rock & roll formats, has died, according to a statement posted to social media by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. She was 85 years old. Martin played a pivotal role in the careers...
Luke Combs’ Son’s Birthday Cake is a Country Kid’s Dream [Photo]
Looks like Luke Combs and his wife Nicole have a bona fide country boy on their hands. The couple's oldest son, Tex, turned two years old last month, and the family celebrated with a birthday cake fit for any budding little farmer. It was decorated in John Deere green icing, and embellished with mini crop patches, ears of corn and a toy front end loader.
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