Fan mail address
Carrie Underwood
XIX Entertainment
9000 W Sunset Blvd.
Penthouse
West Hollywood, CA 90069
USA
Address information
XIX Entertainment
(Talent Management Company)
9000 W Sunset Blvd.
Penthouse
West Hollywood, CA 90069
USA
Phone: (310) 746-1919
Phone: (310) 394-5700
Carrie Underwood, born on March 10, 1983, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, is an American country music singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame as the winner of American Idol Season 4 in 2005. Raised in the small rural town of Checotah, Oklahoma, Underwood grew up on a farm, learning traditional values and developing an early love for music. She began singing in her church and performing locally from a young age, supported by her parents, who encouraged her passion for music while also stressing the importance of education.
Underwood attended Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, where she studied broadcast journalism with a fallback plan to work in television if music didn’t work out. However, her life changed forever when she auditioned for American Idol in 2004. Her powerful, clear voice and natural stage presence quickly captivated both the judges and audiences, propelling her through the competition. Known for her ability to effortlessly transition between powerful ballads and country anthems, Underwood’s versatility became a defining trait. She won the competition in May 2005, marking the beginning of a career that would quickly establish her as one of the leading artists in country music.
Following her American Idol victory, Underwood released her debut single, “Inside Your Heaven,” which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100—a rare achievement for a new artist. Later that year, she released her debut album, Some Hearts, which included hit singles like “Jesus, Take the Wheel” and “Before He Cheats.” The album became a massive success, eventually being certified eight times platinum and becoming the best-selling solo female debut album in country music history. Some Hearts earned Underwood numerous awards, including multiple Grammy Awards, CMA Awards, and ACM Awards, solidifying her as a breakout star with crossover appeal.
