Vince Gill
Born: April 12, 1957
Birthplace: Norman, Okla.
Notable Achievements: One of country music's most successful artists
Vincent Grant Gill was born April 12, 1957, in Norman, Okla. Growing up, Vince's father encouraged him to learn to play a variety of musical instruments. He was the front man for several country music bands before going solo in 1983. Vince has sold more than 26 million albums and earned 18 CMA awards, including Entertainer of the Year in 1993 and 1994, and is tied for having won the most CMA Male Vocalist Awards. He is currently second only to Brooks and Dunn for accumulating the most CMA awards in history.
Gill is a member of the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame, and has received 19 GRAMMY awards to date, the most of any male country artist. Besides being known for his talent as a performer, Vince is regarded as one of country music's best known humanitarians, participating in hundreds of charitable events throughout his career.
Vince is married to country singer Amy Grant.
Sources: vincegill.com, Wikipedia
