Country Pop Bites: George Strait – September 30
Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 2006 George Strait lifted the Jamey Johnson-penned "Give It Away" to the top of the Billboard chart?
It's true! Check out the video!
Here are 5 interesting facts about George Strait.
- Member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association.
- In 1986, his 13-year-old daughter Jenifer was killed in a motorcycle crash. He dedicated his CMA Male Vocalist of the Year award that year to her memory.
- Made People's most beautiful list in 1990.
- Acted in a handful of projects, including 1992's Pure Country in which he played a troubled country singer.
- As of 2007, he has received 16 CMA Awards — including two as Entertainer of the Year and five for Male Vocalist of the Year — and 15 Academy of Country Music Awards.