Country Singer

Wynonna Judd

Wynonna Judd is a renowned singer with 19 No. 1 singles.

Full Name
Birthday
May 30, 1964
Age
59
Born
United States
Birth Sign
Gemini
Relationship
Height
5′ 5″
Net Worth
Death Date

About

Wynonna Judd is an award-winning American country music singer and songwriter. She rose to fame in the 1980s alongside her mother Naomi as the duo The Judds. As a solo artist, she has released seven studio albums and charted more than 20 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.

Life Timeline

January 2012
Co-founder Dan finishes the economics degree he promised his mum he’d complete, only to never use it and start his own clothing business (love you mum).
Co-founder Dan finishes the economics degree he promised his mum he’d complete, only to never use it and start his own clothing business (love you mum).

<div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1964</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Naomi Judd and Wynonna Judd Born</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>On May 30, 1964, Naomi Judd gave birth to her daughter Wynonna in Ashland, Kentucky.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1982</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Judds Formed</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Wynonna and her mother Naomi formed their country music duo, The Judds.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1984</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>The Judds Win First Grammy Award</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>The Judds win their first Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for their song “Mama He’s Crazy.”</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1991</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Naomi Retires from Music</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Naomi retires from music due to ill health and Wynonna begins her solo career.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1992</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Wynonna Wins 1st Solo Grammy Award</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Wynonna wins her first solo Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance for her song “She Is His Only Need.”</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2002</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Inducted into Grand Ole Opry</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Inducted into the Grand Ole Opry by Dolly Parton.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2016</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Reunited with The Judds</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Wynonna reunites with mother Naomi for their "The Last Encore" tour.</div></div></div></div>

Why We Love Them

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">A.</span> She's an Iconic Country Singer</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Wynonna Judd is an iconic country singer who has been making music since the 1980s. Her voice is unmistakable and her songs are timeless. She has had numerous hits throughout her career and continues to be a beloved artist in the country music community.</p></div>

    <div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">B.</span> She's an Inspirational Storyteller</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Wynonna Judd is an inspirational storyteller, through her music and personal life stories. Her lyrics tell of struggle, resilience, and hope, which have resonated with many and have helped people through difficult times. </p></div>

    <div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">C.</span> She's an Amazing Performer</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Wynonna Judd is an amazing performer who puts on a great show every time she takes the stage. Her energy and charisma are electric and make for a memorable concert experience that fans will never forget. </p></div>

Interesting Facts

<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'>Grammy Awards Winner</h3><p class='facts-text'>Wynonna Judd is a five-time Grammy Award winner, winning for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 1992 and 1993, and Best Country Collaboration with Vocals in 1999.</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'>Top Selling Female Artist of the 1980s</h3><p class='facts-text'>As part of The Judds, Wynonna was the top selling female artist of the 1980s. She has sold over 20 million records worldwide.</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'>CMA Female Vocalist of the Year</h3><p class='facts-text'>In addition to her Grammy Awards, Wynonna has won three Country Music Association awards, including CMA Female Vocalist of the Year in 1994.</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'>Broadway Debut in</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2002, Wynonna made her Broadway debut as Madame Morrible in the musical "Wicked". She later returned to Broadway in 2006 for a limited engagement as Annie Oakley in "Annie Get Your Gun".</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'>Appeared on Dancing With the Stars</h3><p class='facts-text'>Wynonna appeared on season 12 of "Dancing With the Stars" in 2012. She was paired with professional dancer Tony Dovolani and finished in fourth place.</p></div></div>

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Started Out as a Writerading

Before becoming an actor, Morgan Freeman worked as a screenwriter. He wrote scripts for The Electric Company and another children's show called Sesame Street.

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Was Arrested for DUI

In 2008, Morgan Freeman was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. He was released after several hours and later pleaded guilty to a lesser charge.

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