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10 Things You Didn't Know About Carrie Underwood

Billy Dukes — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:40:03 +0000

Carrie Underwood is the most successful 'American Idol' singer of all time. She's married to NHL player Mike Fisher, and she loves her dogs Ace and Penny. These things you likely know, but the 10 items on this Things You Didn't Know About Carrie Underwood list will leave you shocked, amused and maybe a little terrified.

Carrie Underwood Not Ready for Kids Yet

Christina Vinson — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:55:22 +0000

Now 30, Carrie UnderwoodÂ has a thriving career, a bursting bank account and an incredibly supportive hockey playing husband — and she’s content to bask in the joy of her almost three-year marriage… without kids. For now, anyway. “I don’t feel old enough to have kids,” the singer — who was recently named the new ‘Sunday [...]

Carrie Underwood's 'The Sound of Music' to Air This Winter

Megan Pacella — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:00:53 +0000

News about Carrie Underwood‘s role in the upcoming NBC adaptation of the musical ‘The Sound of Music’ has been swirling for months, and now, we have a premiere date. On December 5, we’ll finally get to see how Underwood plays the role of the iconic Maria Von Trapp on live television. Mary Martin originated the [...]

Hilarious! Carrie Underwood Pranks Hunter Hayes

Rob Banks — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:45:35 +0000

Honestly, I got a good laugh out of this. There’s been this thing called “goating”, where sometimes a singer sounds a tad like a goat, so people replace their voice with a goat sound. If you don’t know what I’m talking about — check out Carrie Underwood pranking Hunter Hayes on his last show on her [...]

Carrie Underwood Admits Her Flaws, Swears She's Not a Sociopath in Marie Claire Cover Issue

Christina Vinson — Wed, 15 May 2013 05:40:35 +0000

Carrie Underwood's celebrity status makes her seem almost untouchable, but she's not afraid to admit that, just like every other human being, she has flaws. The singer recently opened up in the cover issue of Marie Claire and explained just exactly what her idiosyncrasies are -- and why they don't make her a sociopath.

Carrie Underwood Celebrates Governor's Veto of Tennessee 'Ag-Gag' Bill

Billy Dukes — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:00:20 +0000

Tennessee governor Bill Haslam will veto legislation that required anyone who films animal cruelty to turn the footage in to authorities within 48 hours, much to the delight of celebrities like Carrie Underwood. The singer was involved in a heated public exchange with the so-called ‘Ag-Gag’ bill’s sponsor last month, and she’s celebrating today. “Great [...]

Country Stars and Their Moms

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:49:42 +0000

There are dozens (if not hundreds) of country songs about moms, and many country singers are even mothers themselves. For this reason, the Mother's Day holiday is sure to be one that is surely not going to be overlooked on any humble artist's calendar. Take a look at the women who helped shape the ladies and gents of country music -- the ones that give us so much wonderful music year after year -- in this list of Country Stars and Their Moms.

Carrie Underwood To Take Over Sunday Night Football Theme

Rob Banks — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:39:27 +0000

Her husband may be in the running to be the face on the cover of NHL ’14, but she’s going to be the new face for Sunday Night Football. Carrie Underwood will take over Faith Hill’s spot every Sunday night starting September 8. “I am thrilled to be a part of NBC’s Sunday Night Football and [...]

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood Sued Over 'Remind Me'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 06 May 2013 04:52:19 +0000

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood are staring down a lawsuit levied at them by a Dallas songwriter who claims that the twosome stole their 2011 hit ‘Remind Me’ from her. According to the Nashville City Paper, Amy Bowen once lived in Nashville and performed as Lizza Connor. She claims she wrote the song in 2007 [...]

Carrie Underwood's Dog Had Allergic Reaction to Eating What?

Rob Banks — Wed, 01 May 2013 05:11:14 +0000

Carrie Underwood takes her dog Penny around everywhere that she can. But, Penny got herself into some hot water this past weekend when she ate something. Carrie tweeted: Attn. pet owners: make sure to have Benadryl handy in case your dog gets stung. This is miss Penny before and after. I mean, what dog eats [...]

Carrie Underwood Is 'Out in Left Field' Says Tennessee Ag-Gag Bill Sponsor

Christina Vinson — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:45:05 +0000

Tennessee State Representative Andy Holt has said he's on the same side as country star Carrie Underwood, but he has stated that he will not back down from his earlier heated comments, which advised the 'Blown Away' singer to stick with singing instead of lawmaking. Underwood expressed her disapproval of the Livestock Cruelty Prevention Act, known as the Ag-Gag Bill.

Carrie Underwood Will Put Her Own Spin on 'The Sound of Music'

Christina Vinson — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:05:04 +0000

While everyone is preparing to be "blown away" by Carrie Underwood's role as Maria von Trapp in the upcoming live television broadcast of 'Sound of Music,' she is making sure it's clear that she's not trying to take the place of the iconic Julie Andrews. Instead, she's going to put her own spin on it.

Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw + Taylor Swift Among People's Most Beautiful

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 04:50:01 +0000

People magazine has issued a preview of its upcoming yearly Most Beautiful People list, and this year's roundup includes several of country's top stars. Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift were all named to the list in 2013. The magazine asked each of the stars to explain what they've learned about themselves that makes them feel beautiful.

Carrie Underwood Responds to 'Stick to Singing' Blast From Tennessee State Representative

Billy Dukes — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:19:54 +0000

Carrie Underwood has responded to a suggestion made by Tennessee State Representative Andy Holt that she should stick to singing instead of politics and lawmaking. At issue is the Livestock Cruelty Prevention Act, known as the Ag-Gag Bill to critics like the country singer, the ASPCA and the Humane Society of the United States.

Carrie Underwood Makes Wish Come True for Teen With Brain Tumor

Megan Pacella — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:20:55 +0000

On Saturday, Carrie Underwood made a very special teenager’s dreams come true. Through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Hayley Gort had the privilege of flying to Jacksonville, Fla., with friends and family to meet the popular country singer in person. Gort definitely earned the opportunity to have her dreams come true. After being diagnosed with a brain [...]

Carrie Underwood Dishes on Disagreements With Husband Mike Fisher

Billy Dukes — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 06:35:11 +0000

Like any married couple, Carrie Underwood and husband Mike Fisher don't always see eye to eye. But they're not the type to have knock-down, drag-out fights that wake up the neighborhood. "I've never thrown anything," Underwood said laughing during a recent interview with Taste of Country Nights host Jeremy Robinson.

Carrie Underwood Sounds Off About Tennessee 'Ag Gag' Bill

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:00:07 +0000

Carrie Underwood is furious about a new bill that has passed in Tennessee -- and she's not afraid to say so in public. The 'Blown Away' singer took to social media Thursday (April 18) to denounce the Tennessee state legislature for passing the so-called "Ag Gag" bill, which many critics say will help factory farms get away with abusing animals.

Carrie Underwood, 'See You Again' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:00:28 +0000

Carrie UnderwoodÂ changed directions with the release of ‘See You Again’ as the fourth single from ‘Blown Away.’ The ballad is anything but dark and stormy. Instead it’s an inspirational reminder that will be especially meaningful to fans who have lost someone close recently.Â The album version begins with a thin piano and drum machine, both [...]

Carrie Underwood Revs Up 2013 ACM Awards By Performing 'Two Black Cadillacs'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:41:25 +0000

Leave it to Carrie Underwood to switch it up for her 2013 ACM Awards performance. Fresh off debuting her new single 'See You Again' on her former stomping grounds of 'American Idol' last week, she elected to perform her most recent No. 1 hit 'Two Black Cadillacs,' as opposed to repeating the song she just did a few nights prior. She likes to switch it up for her fans.

Country Stars Keep Us Updated During ACM Awards Pre-Show

Rob Banks — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 21:53:59 +0000

The 2013 ACM Awards are coming up in just over two hours! Your favorite country stars have been down in Vegas this week, playing shows gearing up for the big show, and they've been keeping us updated by the minute as they get ready to hit the red carpet!