Gretchen Wilson: Biography in Details
Who is Gretchen Wilson?
Gretchen Wilson is a Grammy Award-winning American country artist. Gretchen is known for her Award wining single Redneck Woman.
Her five singles have reached the Top Ten on the Billboard country charts.
As of November 2019, Gretchen attended and performed at the 2019 CMA Awards.
Gretchen Wilson: Age, Parents, Ethnicity
Gretchen Frances Wilson was born on 26th June 1973 in Pocahontas, Illinois, US. As of 2021, she is 48 years old.
She was raised by a single mother after her father left them when she was 2 years old. Her mom would travel from one place to another for living and raise her in several trailer parks.
Similarly, she has a step-brother Josh Malter.
Her grandfather’s name is Vernon Heuer and her grandmother’s name is Frances Heuer.
In which school did Gretchen Wilson attend?
Gretchen Wilson attended Bond County Community High School in Greenville, Illinois. However, she did not complete her education, she dropped out in ninth grade to pursue a music career.
Gretchen Wilson: Professional life, Career
Albums
In the year 2003, Gretchen Wilson signed with Epic Records and recorded Here for the Party within a year.
In early 2004, she released her first single Redneck Woman. It reached the top of the Hot Country Songs chart and No.22 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
After that, Gretchen Wilson released Here for the Party which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Chart.
On 27th September 2005, Gretchen released her second album All Jacked Up and on 15th May 2007, she released her third album, One of the Boys.
Similarly, on 2nd April 2013, she released an album of her original songs Right on Time.
Politics
On 3rd September 2008, Gretchen Wilson sang the National Anthem to a national audience at the Republican National Convention.
Similarly, Gretchen Wilson and her band performed at a rally for Republican presidential candidate John McCain and vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin on 22nd October 2008.
Philanthropy
Gretchen Wilson is an active supporter of children’s charities, adult education, and the fight against obesity. Some of her work includes:
- Raising $1.5 million for children’s charities
- Serving as a national speaker for national obesity education
- Adult education
Awards, Honors
- 2005: Grammy Award
- 2005: CMA Female Vocalist of the Year
- 2004: ACM Top Female Vocalist
- 2004: ACM Top New Artist
- 2004: CMA Horizon Award
In 2009, she was honored with the National Coalition for Literacy Leadership Award for adult education funding.
How much is the net worth of Gretchen Wilson?
Gretchen Wilson has around $4 million US net worth. As an American singer, Gretchen earns around $21,518 – $207,085 US.
Moreover, she owned a 340-acre Wilson County estate worth $2.9 million, which she sold in 2011 post her Uncle Vernon Heuer’s uncertain demise.
Gretchen Wilson: Contr0versy
On 21st August 2018, Gretchen Wilson was arrested for a minor disturbance after she reportedly became belligerent during their on-tarmac interview. She was charged with breach of peace.
Body Measurements: Height, Weight
Gretchen Wilson is a brown eyed-brunette. She is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs around 58 kg.
Social Media
Gretchen Wilson has around 1.35 million followers on Facebook, 42.2k on Instagram, and 101.1k on her Twitter account. Similarly, she has gained 132k subscribers on the YouTube channel.
Gretchen Wilson’s Birthday Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | June | Wednesday |
| 2025 | June | Thursday |
| 2026 | June | Friday |
| 2027 | June | Saturday |
| 2028 | June | Monday |