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Gretchen Wilson

Acting

Born June 23, 1973 · Pocahontas, Illinois, US

Biography

Gretchen Frances Wilson is an American country music singer and songwriter who debuted in 2004 with the Grammy Award-winning hit “Redneck Woman”. Her music was considered overtly country at a time when the genre was leaning more towards pop. Wilson worked with Big & Rich's John Rich to create “Redneck Woman”, a song that celebrates women who aren't the “Barbie doll type”.

Awards & recognition

  • Country Music Association AwardFemale Vocalist of the Year · 2005
  • American Music AwardNew Artist of the Year
  • The Masked Singer
  • Grammy AwardBest New Artist · 2005 · nominated

Filmography4 titles