Quick Info
| Profession | Cook, Actor, Singer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 15/10/1969 |
| Age | 57 years |
| Birthplace | Cornelia, Georgia, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Kimberly Schlapman
14/09/2026
Little Big Town announced a theater-focused tour, the For The Art Of It Tour, to promote its new record. The group plans to perform at historic venues such as Atlanta's Fox Theatre and a historic Chicago theater. Schlapman said the setlist would mix new songs with fan favourites.
20/05/2026
Kimberly Schlapman spoke publicly about caring for her mother, who has Parkinson's disease, as part of AbbVie's 'Changing the Tune of Parkinson's Disease' campaign. She also took part in the World Parkinson Congress in Phoenix to highlight the experience of caregivers. The interview also covered her balancing of touring, parenting and marriage.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Summary | Kimberly Schlapman is an American country music singer, television personality, and cookbook author, best known as a founding member of the Grammy Award–winning group Little Big Town. Born in Cornelia, Georgia, she grew up in a musical family and began playing piano at a young age. Alongside her music career, she has hosted a cooking show, authored multiple cookbooks and children's books, and appeared in film and television projects such as 'Forever My Girl' and the series 'Monarch'. In 2026 she has also been publicly active as an advocate for caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" (168 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Lavender Gray |
| Hair Color | Extra Light Ash Blonde |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama |
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| Educational Qualification | Music Major |
Personal Life
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 28/11/2006 |
| Previous Husband | Steven Roads (Deceased) |
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| Spouse | Stephen Schlapman |
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Career
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Favourites
| Film | 'It's A Wonderful Life' (1946) |
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| Song | 'Roses In The Snow' (1980) by Emmylou Harris |
| TV Shows | 'I Love Lucy' (1951) |
| Cartoon Character | Foghorn Leghorn |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Raised in a middle-class household, Kimberly's family emphasized music and creativity. | |
| 2. Moved to Cornelia shortly after birth and started playing piano at the age of 8. | |
| 3. Took charge as the church pianist at 11 years old and entered talent competitions by age 12. | |
| 4. Inspired to pursue music at a young age, she balanced her dreams with a love for cooking. | |
| 5. Dropped out of kindergarten due to fear of fire drills. | |
| 6. Met Karen Fairchild at university, together they sang and formed 'Little Big Town.' | |
| 7. After her first husband's passing, she found love again with her friend Stephen and they married the following year. | |
| 8. Struggled with fertility and experienced multiple failures with IVF before adopting their second daughter. | |
| 9. Enjoys sharing moments with her pet dog on social media, reflecting her love for animals. | |
| 10. The phrase 'Oh, Gussie' became associated with her during childhood for its versatility. |
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