george strait

On Jan. 18, 2013, Strait kicked off his farewell trek in Lubbock, Texas.

With "She Let Herself Go," George Strait tied a record held by Conway Twitty.

Believe it or not, lots of your favorite performers actually have a dedicated name for the musicians who play alongside them.

Whether you're a country fan or not, these albums are must-listens!

On Jan. 5, 1985, Strait was starting the new year on a high note.

Including George Strait's rock roots, secret marriage and why he's not in the Grand Ole Opry.

Strait and his wife Norma are high school sweethearts, married since the early '70s.

Nearly five decades together and still going strong!

There's nothing quite like a live country music show ... but the next best thing might just be a live country music album.

He honored his friend and fellow country icon with a fun memory.

Keith Whitley also passed on releasing this song, although the decision wasn't his.

These 15 country stars were nominated for New Artist of the Year at the CMA Awards, but they didn't win.