Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 2003 Joe Nichols set a Grand Ole Opry precedent while performing "Brokenheartsville" at the Ryman Auditorium?

It's true! A green bra was tossed from the seats as he sang, supposedly the first time an undergarment has ever been thrown on stage in show history!

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Here are 5 interesting facts about Joe Nichols.

  • His first job was when he was 12-years-old picking blueberries for $1.50 a bucket with his brother.
  • His favorite food is Sushi.
  • His guilty pleasure is staying up until 5:00am and eating Skittles.
  • His favorite sports team is the Razorbacks of Arkansas.
  • He loves to cook steak.

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