Wynonna Judd

Wynonna Judd
Judd in 2018
Born
Christina Claire Ciminella

(1964-05-30) May 30, 1964 (age 60)
Ashland, Kentucky, U.S.
Occupations
  • Singer
  • television personality
Years active1983–present
Spouses
  • Arch Kelley III
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    (m. 1996, divorced)​
  • D. R. Roach
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    (m. 2003; div. 2007)​
  • Scott "Cactus" Moser
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    (m. 2012)​
Children2
MotherNaomi Judd
RelativesAshley Judd (half-sister)
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • guitar
Labels
Formerly ofThe Judds
Websitewynonna.com

Wynonna Ellen Judd, known simply as Wynonna (/waɪˈnoʊnə/ wy-NOH-nə; born Christina Claire Ciminella; May 30, 1964), is an American country music singer.[1] She is one of the most widely recognized and awarded female country musicians in history.[2] In all, she has had 19 No. 1 singles, including those with The Judds.[3] She first rose to fame in the 1980s alongside her mother, Naomi, in their mother-daughter country music duo, The Judds. They released seven albums on Curb Records, in addition to 26 singles, of which 14 were No. 1 hits.[4]

The Judds disbanded in 1991, and Wynonna began a solo career (also on Curb).[5] During her solo career, Wynonna has released eight studio albums, as well as a live album, a holiday album, and two compilation albums, with the releasing of more than 20 singles. Her first three singles, "She Is His Only Need", "I Saw the Light", and "No One Else on Earth" all reached No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.[6] In 1996, "To Be Loved by You" also hit number one, becoming her fourth number one and top-ten hit.[7] Three of her albums are certified multiple-times platinum by the RIAA.[8] Her most recent recording is Wynonna & the Big Noise, which was released on February 12, 2016, followed by the release of the single "Cool Ya'" that same month.[9] "Recollections" was released in 2020. Wynonna is most recognized for her musical work, although she has also pursued other interests starting in the 2000s, including writing, acting, and philanthropy.[10][11]

In 2022, Wynonna was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame as a member of The Judds.[12][13]

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  2. ^ Speaks, Faith. "Master Musicians Festival announces Kentucky-fueled lineup led by Wynonna Judd to celebrate 30th anniversary". WTLO 1480 AM/97.7 FM | Classic Hits. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  3. ^ "Wynonna is a Phenomenon at Two Step Inn Festival 2023 | Holler". holler.country. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  4. ^ "Country Music | Ken Burns | PBS | Naomi Judd and Wynonna Judd Biography | The Judds Songs | Country Music". Country Music | Ken Burns | PBS. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  5. ^ Rosenberg, Sari. "December 4, 1991: The Judds Performed Their Final Concert". Lifetime. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  6. ^ Cholst, Rachel (August 15, 2018). "Songs You Forgot You Loved: Wynonna's 'I Saw the Light'". Wide Open Country. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  7. ^ Brock, Tiffini (April 4, 2023). "Wynonna Judd To Be Loved By You (Music Video and Lyrics)". countryfancast.com. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  8. ^ Staff, The Boot StaffThe Boot (January 20, 2023). "28 Years Ago: Wynonna Judd's Self-Titled Album Certified Quadruple Platinum". The Boot. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  9. ^ "Review: Wynonna & The Big Noise, 'Wynonna & The Big Noise'". NPR.
  10. ^ "Wynonna receives philanthropy award in Nashville". The Herald-Dispatch. September 2, 2010. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  11. ^ Azzopardi, Chris (April 26, 2023). "'Wynonna Judd: Between Hell and Hallelujah' Review: The Show Must Go On". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
  12. ^ Williams, Chris (May 1, 2022). "Judds Inducted Into Country Hall of Fame in Tearful Ceremony a Day After Naomi's Death". Variety. Archived from the original on May 2, 2022. Retrieved May 1, 2022.
  13. ^ "Ray Charles, The Judds to join Country Music Hall of Fame | The Seattle Times". Archived from the original on August 16, 2021.