Gayle Thompson

Gayle Thompson has been a daily contributor for The Boot since it began in 2008. In addition, she has written for Rolling Stone, Country Weekly, CBS Radio and several other outlets. Besides writing, she loves traveling, cooking, entertaining and anything else that involves her husband and little boy.

36 Years Ago: Randy Travis Hits No. 1 With ‘Forever and Ever, Amen’

On June 13, 1987, "Forever and Ever, Amen" reached the top of the charts, where it stayed for three weeks.

18 Years Ago: Carrie Underwood Makes Her Grand Ole Opry Debut

On June 10, 2005, Underwood made her debut on the Grand Ole Opry, shortly after she won Season 4 of 'American Idol'.

26 Years Ago: Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Reach No. 1 With ‘It’s Your Love’

On June 7, 1997, McGraw and Hill soared to the top of the charts with their duet, "It's Your Love," from McGraw's 'Everywhere' album.

32 Years Ago: Alan Jackson Becomes a Grand Ole Opry Member

On June 7, 1991, Jackson officially became a member of the Grand Ole Opry.

12 Years Ago: Shania Twain Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

On June 2, 2011, Twain received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

41 Years Ago: The Bluebird Cafe Opens in Nashville

In June of 1982, the famous Bluebird Cafe opened its doors in Nashville, Tenn.

31 Years Ago: Billy Ray Cyrus Hits No. 1 With ‘Achy Breaky Heart’

On May 30, 1992, Cyrus' debut single, "Achy Breaky Heart," from his freshman album, 'Some Gave All', soared to the top of the charts.

31 Years Ago: Brooks & Dunn Earn First Gold Album With ‘Brand New Man’

On May 26, 1992, Brooks & Dunn earned their first gold-selling album, for their freshman record, 'Brand New Man'.

21 Years Ago: Alan Jackson Hits No. 1 With ‘Drive (For Daddy Gene)’

On May 25, 2002, Jackson earned his 20th No. 1 hit with "Drive (For Daddy Gene)."

42 Years Ago: Rosanne Cash Earns First No. 1 Single With ‘Seven Year Ache’

On May 23, 1981, Cash earned her first No. 1 hit with "Seven Year Ache."