- Today in 1980, actor George Burns hit the country charts with “I Wish I Was 18 Again.”
- Today in 1982, the “Christmas” album by Kenny Rogers was certified gold and platinum.
- Today in 1982, Juice Newton’s album, “Juice,” was certified platinum.
- Today in 1994, the album, “Honky Tonk Angels,” featuring Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette and Loretta Lynn was certified gold.
- Today in 1994, Alan Jackson’s video, “Livin’, Lovin’, And Rockin’ That Jukebox” was certified gold.
- Today in 1995, Jeff Foxworthy’s album, “You Might Be A Redneck If …,” was certified platinum.
- Today in 1995, Faith Hill’s debut album, “Take Me As I Am,” went platinum.
- Today in 1995, Wade Hayes released his debut album, “Old Enough To Know Better.”
- Today in 1999, Shania Twain’s “You’re Still The One” received GRAMMY noms for Record and Song of the Year, while “Come On Over” was up for Album of the Year. The Dixie Chicks were finalists for Best New Artist. It was the first time country acts made each of the top four Grammy categories in one year.
- Today in 2007, Jo Dee Messina began her first USO tour: she performed for American G.I.s in Italy over a five-day period.
- Today in 2009, James Otto had shoulder surgery for a torn rotator cuff and bone spurs.
- Today in 2010, Carrie Underwood’s “Cowboy Casanova” went gold.
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