Alan Jackson was born on October 17, 1958, in Newnan Georgia. Alan Jackson is a country music singer and songwriter. Jackson is known for his take on traditional country music. People love Alan Jackson because no matter how much fame and popularity he has received, he has stayed true to his roots. Jackson has been performing since 1983. He has received two Grammy awards and 16 CMA awards. Jackson is also a member of the Grand Ole Opry which is a prestigious title given to Country music performers that have shown respect for the history of country music. Jackson has recorded 16 studio albums and three greatest hits albums. Alan Jackson signed a record deal in 1990 after a series of rejections. Jackson has had tremendous success throughout his career. Two of Jackson’s albums Don’t Rock the Jukebox (1991) and A Lot About Livin’ (and a Little ’Bout Love) (1992) had five no.1 singles on each album. The release of his fifth album Who I Am (1994) reached over 10 million sales. Jackson has received over 45 awards throughout his 39-year career.
Alan Jackson started dating his wife, Denise Jackson, in high school. Alan Jackson and Denise Jackson got married in 1979. Denise encouraged her husband to follow his passion and try to make it in the music industry “I just want to thank her because she’s held me up all these years and she’s my best friend. And she gave me a wonderful family.” (Alan Jackson).
Jackson was diagnosed with Charcot-MarieTooth Disease almost a decade ago but didn’t go public with it until September of 2021. “Charcot-Marie-Tooth is a hereditary disorder that affects the nervous system, causing progressive loss of muscle tissue and loss of sensation in the arms and legs. Patients may also experience trouble balancing and difficulty walking.” There is no cure for this disease. Jackson kept the diagnosis private until it became more noticeable and painful to continue touring. As of right now, Alan Jackson has decided to take a break from touring to focus on his health.
