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George Strait is an iconic country music singer, songwriter and performer. He has released over 60 albums and sold more than 100 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. His signature style of traditional country music has earned him numerous awards and accolades throughout his career.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1952</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>George Strait is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On May 18th, 1952, George Harvey Strait was born in Poteet, Texas.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut Album is Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>Strait released his self-titled debut album, which included the single "Unwound".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>1st Number One Song</div><div class='timeline-text'>George Strait earns his first number one song with "Fool Hearted Memory".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Grammy Award for Best Country Vocal Performance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Strait wins a Grammy Award for Best Country Vocal Performance for his song "Baby's Gotten Good at Goodbye".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Opens His Own Record Label</div><div class='timeline-text'>Strait opens his own record label, MCA Records, and releases his first album on it, Chill Of An Early Fall.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame</div><div class='timeline-text'>George Strait is inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Final Tour</div><div class='timeline-text'>George Strait announces plans for his final tour, The Cowboy Rides Away Tour.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Legend</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>George Strait is one of the most iconic country musicians in history. His songs have been timeless classics that remain popular to this day. He has an impressive collection of over 60 number one hits and continues to perform live shows.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He Has a Distinctive Voice</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>George Strait has a distinctive voice that is instantly recognizable. His smooth vocal style has made him one of the most beloved country singers of all time, with his signature song “The Cowboy Rides Away” being a fan favorite.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's Still Relevant</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>George Strait has remained relevant in the music industry despite his age. He still regularly tours and performs live concerts, and his music still resonates with fans both young and old. He is an inspiration to many aspiring performers.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Male Country Artist to Reach Diamond Status</h3><p class='facts-text'>George Strait was the first male country artist to reach diamond status, with his album “Pure Country” selling more than 10 million copies.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started in a Band</h3><p class='facts-text'>Before he became a solo artist, George Strait started out as the lead singer of a band called Ace in the Hole.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Most No.1 Hits in Any Genre</h3><p class='facts-text'>George Strait holds the record for having the most number 1 hits in any genre, with 44 top singles since 1981.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Appeared in a Movie</h3><p class='facts-text'>George Strait made an appearance in the movie "Pure Country" playing the lead character of Dusty Chandler.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2006, George Strait was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. He is one of only three artists to have been inducted while still actively recording music.</p></div></div>
George Harvey Strait, a revered American country singer and songwriter, was born on May 18, 1952, and is currently 71 years old. Known as the "King of Country," the Grammy Award winner has released more than 60 albums and over 85 singles. He also holds the record for the most number one hit singles in the history of the Billboard Country Charts.
George Strait is estimated to have a net worth of $300M. His wealth comes from his many successful albums and singles as country music royalty, as well as his various real estate investments and endorsements.
