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Date Of BirthMay 24, 1988
FactHe likes the New York Mets and the Nashville Predators.


Billy Gilman is an American singer who rose to fame as a country music artist in the early 2000s. He was born on May 24, 1988, in Westerly, Rhode Island, to parents Barbara and William Gilman Sr. He has two older sisters, Bethany and Danielle. Gilman began singing at a young age and was inspired by country music artists such as Garth Brooks and George Strait. He released his debut album, One Voice, in 2000, when he was just 12 years old. The album was a huge success, reaching the top of the country music charts and selling over two million copies.

Gilman followed up his debut with the release of his second album, Dare to Dream, in 2002. The album was another commercial success, reaching the top of the country music charts and selling over one million copies. Gilman’s third album, Something to Say, was released in 2004 and was another commercial success, reaching the top of the country music charts and selling over one million copies. Gilman’s fourth album, Billy Gilman, was released in 2006 and was another commercial success, reaching the top of the country music charts and selling over one million copies. Gilman has released a total of five albums, all of which have been commercial successes.

He has sold over eight million albums worldwide and is one of the most successful country music artists of all time. Gilman has won numerous awards, including two Grammy Awards, four Country Music Association Awards, and four Academy of Country Music Awards. He has also been nominated for three Golden Globe Awards and three Academy Awards. Gilman is currently married to Jessica Gilman and they have two children together. ..

General Info

Full NameBilly Gilman
Date Of BirthMay 24, 1988
Height1.7 m
ProfessionSinger
NationalityAmerican

Family

ParentsFran Gilman, Bill Gilman
SiblingsColin Gilman

Accomplishments

AwardsAmerican Music Award for Favorite Country New Artist
NominationsGrammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance, Academy of Country Music Award for New Male Vocalist of the Year, Academy of Country Music Award for Song of the Year, Academy of Country Music Award for Album of the Year, Billboard Music Award for Country Album Artist of the Year
MoviesMichael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration
TV ShowsThe Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon, The Voice

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Quotes

#Quote
1I had no idea what the music industry was about.
2I was doing so much - 90 plus concerts a year, television appearances, recording in the studio, and tons of interviews. I was in constant motion and because of my voice change, I went from doing all of that to doing absolutely nothing at all. It wasn't as if I made the decision to leave my music career to go back to being 'normal.' Being in music and singing is 'normal' for me. I've been singing since I was two years old. It was my life and this was pretty traumatizing for me."
3I honestly did not think I would record again. But by the grace of God and thanks to all of those who had patience, faith and confidence in me, I was able to overcome some personal insecurities - which are really quite normal for a kid my age!
4My immediate thought was 'why so soon?' I was just learning how to use my voice, getting it all down and feeling comfortable with my career - being in the spotlight - and doing what I needed to do. I went to Vanderbilt Voice Clinic in Nashville - one of the world's best voice centers and they told me 'no singing, no talking.' They may have well have just said, 'stop breathing.' " With the voice change - a life change - came the fear that he may never sing again.
5I look back now over those two years and I'm grateful for the time and wisdom I gained. It was a good time to rest, re-group, think of the future and make a decision as to my long term commitments. Just as most kids at my age are getting their lives started, I was forced to face a possible career change! Being on vocal rest gave me the time to search my heart and my priorities and make a full commitment to my music and getting back to it."
6I think 'Everything and More' is a more mature version of 'One Voice.' The music is fun and includes all aspects of the country genre (including bluegrass, pop, country rock, and traditional ballads) and every song is about a new aspect in my life. One song is about the trying times that I went through with my voice change and my fear that I may never sing again. Another song, 'I'm Not Me Anymore,' is about how I've grown and changed - it's my favorite. This time, I had a say in what I wanted to record and I'm so proud of this project because it's a reflection of who I am today as a young adult. I think the lyrics of each and every song create a picture - just as if you were at the movies. I really hope everyone enjoys my personal 'photo' album!

Facts

#Fact
1He was chosen Youth Ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association after being recommended for the post by 14-year-old poet Mattie J.T. Stepanek. [August 2003]
2His first compact disc in 3 years is due out in May, 2005. A selection from this new recording has been sent to radio stations throughout America. [April 2005]
3He has a dog and a cat.
4His favorite book is "the Hobbit".
5He likes the New York Mets and the Nashville Predators.
6He enjoys the movies "Grumpier Old Men", "Perfect Storm", and "Just Married".
7'One Voice' went Gold in Canada - June 9, 2001.
8In the same week, his debut album was released, his first single soared to #1 on the Billboard Country Singles Sales Chart on June 19, 2000 and stayed there for 5 weeks.
9November 13, 2000 - With both 'One Voice' and 'Classic Christmas' albums in Billboard's Top 10, and a combined sales of about 65,000 per week, he was the biggest selling artist in Country music at the end of November and beginning of December.
10September 12, 2000 - Twelve weeks to the day of its release, his 'One Voice' album received Platinum certification from the RIAA, signifying One Million albums shipped. At age twelve, he was the youngest solo artist ever, in any type of music, to be certified Platinum.
11Sang a song called "Count On Me" for the Stuart Little 2 (2002) soundtrack.
12Holds the record of youngest Grammy nominee, 12 years and 273 days old the night of the 2001 Grammys held on February 21 that year. At the 2001 American Music Awards (held on January 8 that year) he won the award for Best New Country Artist.
13On his newest CD, 'Music through Heartsongs', worked with poet Mattie J.T. Stephanek
14He has 1 younger brother, Colin
15Billy sang a song called "Count On Me" for the Stuart Little 2 soundtrack.

Pictures

Movies

Actor

TitleYearStatusCharacter
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Self

TitleYearStatusCharacter
75th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade2001TV MovieHimself
Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration2001TV Special documentaryHimself
An American Celebration at Ford's Theatre2001TV MovieHimself
The 28th Annual American Music Awards2001TV SpecialHimself
'Twas the Night Before Christmas2000TV SpecialHimself
Christmas in Washington2000TV SpecialHimself
The Rosie O'Donnell Show2000TV SeriesHimself
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno2000TV SeriesHimself
Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 20002000TV SpecialHimself
The Voice2016TV SeriesHimself - Contestant
The Artists Music Guild Presents: The 2014 AMG Heritage Awards2014TV SpecialHost-Himself
Entertainment Tonight2014TV SeriesHimself
Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon2003-2009TV SeriesHimself - Co-Host / Himself / Himself - Performer / ...
Contemporary Mysteries: Super Brain Kids and Mysterious Dolphins2006DocumentaryHimself Segment 1
Fox and Friends2005TV SeriesHimself
Billy Gilman: The Making of Everything and More2005Documentary shortHimself
Our Country2003Documentary shortHimself
The 2001 Billboard Music Awards2001TV SpecialHimself
The 27th Annual People's Choice Awards2001TV SpecialHimself
Hollywood Squares2001TV SeriesHimself

Archive Footage

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Entertainment Tonight2014TV SeriesHimself
MTV News2001TV SeriesHimself

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