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Carrie Underwood Pranks Hunter Hayes at His Last Blown Away Tour Show

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:09:21 +0000

Hot young country newcomer Hunter Hayes got the opportunity of a lifetime when he opened up for superstar Carrie Underwood on her Blown Away Tour this year. He wrapped up his dates with Underwood at a performance in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on Saturday night (May 18) -- but she wasn't going to let him get away without a proper sendoff, pulling an onstage prank that really got his goat.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Carrie Underwood

Billy Dukes — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:09:03 +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 18:37:22 +0000

Now 30, Carrie Underwood 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 — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:03:53 +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 [...]

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

Christina Vinson — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:39:35 +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 — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:11:20 +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 [...]

Carrie Underwood Celebrates Five Years as an Opry Member

Christina Vinson — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:03:18 +0000

Country superstar Carrie Underwood has seen much success since her 'American Idol' days, with six gleaming Grammy awards to commemorate her career achievements. Underwood has also earned her way into country's inner circle as a member of the Grand Ole Opry, and she is marking five years as a member of that iconic institution.

Carrie Underwood to Replace Faith Hill as 'Sunday Night Football' Opener?

Billy Dukes — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:05:55 +0000

Pieces seem to be falling into place to have Carrie Underwood participate in the opening theme for NBC's 'Sunday Night Football.' The singer has promised to make a big announcement on Tuesday, just as NBC Sports is said to be making a major announcement regarding a talent addition to the broadcast at 4PM ET.

Carrie Underwood Announced as New 'Sunday Night Football' Opening Singer

Billy Dukes — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:23:09 +0000

Carrie Underwood has been announced as the Faith Hill's replacement to sing the introduction to NBC's 'Sunday Night Football' broadcast this fall. The country superstar will sing the weekly introduction to the broadcast, beginning with the Sept. 8 matchup between the N.Y. Giants and Dallas Cowboys.

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood Sued Over 'Remind Me'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 06 May 2013 11:03:19 +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 Will Put Her Own Spin on 'The Sound of Music'

Christina Vinson — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:07:04 +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 Is 'Out in Left Field' Says Tennessee Ag-Gag Bill Sponsor

Christina Vinson — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 21:43:05 +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, Tim McGraw + Taylor Swift Among People's Most Beautiful

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:11:01 +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.

George Jones Photo Album – Stars Share Their Favorite Pictures With the Possum

Billy Dukes — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:09:50 +0000

Meeting George Jones was a career highlight for almost every country singer. Even legends like Randy Travis and Reba McEntire treasure the photos they have with the singer. Today, stars have been sharing their favorite moments with Jones, who died at the age of 81 years old this morning.

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 — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:35:55 +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 14:03:11 +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, 'See You Again' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 11:13:28 +0000

Carrie Underwood 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. The album version begins with a thin piano and drum machine, both [...]

Carrie Underwood's Blown Away Tour Sells Out Every 2013 Date

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:07:53 +0000

Country superstar Carrie Underwood has completely sold out — her concerts, that is. The ‘Good Girl’ hitmaker has not played to a single empty seat over the course of her 2013 Blown Away Tour, comprising 22 shows in North America so far this year. Underwood recently returned from Europe, where she performed a string of [...]

Carrie Underwood Would Quit Music for Mike Fisher

Christina Vinson — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 20:00:49 +0000

Superstar Carrie Underwood has seen tremendous success over the course of her career, with a total of ten ACM Awards, six Grammys, and all four of her albums debuting at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums Chart. Yet, if her busy lifestyle began to divide her marriage, she'd walk away from it all -- as long as husband Mike Fisher was by her side.