Born Name
Samuel Timothy McGraw
Nick Name
Tim
Sun Sign
Taurus
Born Place
Delhi, Louisiana, United States
Nationality
Education
Tim McGraw went to the Northeast Louisiana University (rebranded as University of Louisiana at Monroe) on a baseball scholarship. After his chance of pursuing baseball career came to an end due to a knee injury, he dropped out of college.
Later, he got enrolled at the Florida Community College at Jacksonville. However, he dropped out after studying for one term.
Occupation
Singer, songwriter, and actor
Family
- Father – Frank Edwin McGraw Jr. (Played as pitcher for Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets)
- Mother – Elizabeth Ann D’Agostino
- Siblings – Mark McGraw (Half-Brother), Mathew McGraw (Half-Brother), Cari Velardo (Half-Sister)
- Others – Horace Smith (Stepfather), Frank Edwin McGraw (Paternal Grandfather), Mable McKenna (Paternal Grandmother), John Joseph D’Agostino (Maternal Grandfather), Annie Catherine Welch (Maternal Grandmother)
Note – He grew up believing that his stepfather was his real father. He realized that Frank was his real father at the age of 11 after finding his birth certificate. However, Frank denied he was his son till Tim turned 18 after he noticed how much Tim resembled him.
Manager
Tim McGraw is represented by Red Light Management.
Genre
Country
Instruments
Vocals and guitar
Labels
Curb, Big Machine Records, Arista Nashville
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft or 183 cm
Weight
81 kg or 178.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Tim McGraw has dated
- Faith Hill (1996-Present) – Tim McGraw and Faith Hill fell for each other while on the Spontaneous Combustion tour in 1996. Their relationship at that time caused quite an uproar with Faith copping a lot of criticism as she was engaged to record producer Scott Hendricks at that time. Not bothered by the criticism, they moved ahead quickly and by October 1996, they had got engaged. About two months later, she announced that she was pregnant with their first child. In 1997, she gave birth to a daughter Gracie Katherine. In 1998, they went on a music tour and decided to name their tour bus, Love Bus. That year, they welcomed their second daughter, Maggie Elizabeth. In 2001, Hill gave birth to their third daughter, Audrey Caroline. Their marriage had to endure some rocky moments as his alcoholism and love for partying proved to be too much for her. However, after she warned him, he overcame his love for the bottle and they were solid once again.
Race / Ethnicity
White
On his mother’s side, he has Italian and Irish ancestry.
While, on his father’s side, he is of English, Scots-Irish, Swiss, Scottish, Dutch, Czech and German descent.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Loves wearing cowboy hat
- Prefers French goatee
Measurements
His body specifications may be –
- Chest – 42 in or 107 cm
- Arms / Biceps – 14.5 in or 37 cm
- Waist – 32 in or 81 cm
Shoe Size
Unknown
Brand Endorsements
Tim McGraw has appeared in the TV commercials for
- Music streaming app, Spotify
- Bud Light Beer
- Pennzoil
Religion
Tim was raised a Baptist and has often hinted that Christianity has had a major impact on his life. However, it can’t be ascertained how strong his faith is.
Best Known For
- Being one of the most popular and successful modern country singers. About 10 of his music albums have managed to reached top of the Country album charts.
- Being cast in the supporting role in successful films such as Friday Night Lights (2004) and The Blind Side (2009).
First Album
In April 1993, Tim released his debut studio album, Tim McGraw. It couldn’t make it to rank in the music charts.
First Film
In 2004, Tim made his first film appearance in an important role in drama flick, Black Cloud.
First TV Show
In 1997, Tim made his TV show debut in the Feud for Thought episode of comedy TV series, The Jeff Foxworthy Show.
Personal Trainer
After being warned for his partying lifestyle by his wife, Tim McGraw decided to go for a healthy and fit lifestyle. He eventually managed to get rid of the beer induced gut and carved out a shredded physique, thanks to his grueling and regimented workout routine. He hired Roger Yuan, who created a CrossFit style workout routines for him.
While on the tour, he attaches 40 pounds of weight around his ankles and gets running up and down the hill at 11 AM. Then, at the lunch break, about dozen other individuals from his staff join for CrossFit exercises. They perform about 12 circuits of various exercises that include hammering tractor tire, rattling heavy battle ropes and other bodyweight moves such as burpees.
He also occasionally performs a special workout that is a mixture of martial arts elements and water resistance exercises.
As per diet, he usually watches what he eats for 3 to 4 days a week and allows himself to indulge on rest of the days.
However, if he has to model for a photoshoot or prepare for a movie role, he shifts to a stricter diet. His typical diet plan is like –
- Breakfast – Oatmeal with walnut, dried cherries, and maple syrup.
- Lunch – Avocado, tuna, apples, eggs, some chilies, and walnuts.
- Dinner – His preferred choice is grilled chicken breast with polenta or spinach and sweet potato, steamed broccoli or asparagus.
In between these meals, he curbs his hunger with protein shakes. And, just before bed, he likes to have yogurt with granola.
Tim McGraw Favorite Things
- Food – Italian
- Grooming Product – Razor
- Songs – Viva La Vida (By Coldplay), You Found Me (By The Fray), Here with Me (By Holly Williams)
- Own Music Album – Everywhere
Source – Glamour, Oprah
Tim McGraw Facts
- He has got about half a dozen tattoos. He got the first one at the age of 21 and after he had got drunk. It features leprechaun with a cowboy and is on his thigh.
- His collection of hats in legendary in the music industry and it was fueled by his insecurity about his forehead, which he believes is too big.
- In 1994, he started hosting the annual Swampstock event. It started out with charity softball game and has evolved to include celebrity softball game and multi-artist concert. The funds from the event have provided a scholarship to students and funded construction of Little League parks.
- He has established Tim McGraw Foundation, which aims to raise funds to assist children and adults diagnosed with brain tumor.
- In 2008, he collaborated with packaged foods giant, Frito Lays to launch exclusive McGraw’s Spicy Jalapeno Fritos corn chips, which had Tim’s favorite distinct Southern flavor.
- In 2008, Tim launched his exclusive perfume line under his surname. Over the years, he has added McGraw Southern Blend, McGraw Silver, Soul 2 Soul, and Soul 2 Soul Vintage fragrances to his merchandise.
- McGraw has been a longtime supporter of the charity MusiCares, which works to support struggling musicians. He even designed T-shirts which were sold through Angelwear to raise funds for the foundation.
- While growing up, his idol was Tug McGraw and he even had his baseball card taped to his bedroom wall. He later found out that Tug was his biological father, who had a summer affair with his mother.
- He recorded Live Like You Were Dying as a tribute to his father Tug, who passed away in January 2004. At the 2004 CMA Awards, the single won song of the year as well as single of the year gongs.
- In aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Tim and his wife held several charity concerts to raise funds for those who were affected by the hurricane. They also established Neighbor’s Keeper Foundation to provide funds for humanitarian activities.
- He has a private pilot license and is the owner of single-engine Cirrus SR22.
- He is a member of the American Red Cross National Celebrity Cabinet. He lends his time and fame to raise awareness about Red Cross’ efforts and special initiatives.
- In June 2010, Tim and his wife hosted a benefit concert named Nashville Raising. The concert aimed to raise $2 million to provide assistance in aftermath of the devastating flood that caused damage of more $2 billion and 22 deaths.
- Previously, he served as a minority owner of the Arena Football League’s outfit Nashville Kats.
- In October 2006, he was honored with his Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at the famous Hollywood Boulevard.
- Visit his official website @ timmcgraw.com.
- Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Myspace, and iTunes.
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