Jason Aldean is an American country star, born Jason Aldine Williams on February 28, 1977, in Macon, Georgia. He broke through with his platinum 2005 self-titled debut and single "Hicktown," and became one of country's top-selling, rock-tinged headliners behind hits like "Dirt Road Anthem" and "Big Green Tractor."
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Aldean took his stage name from his given middle name, Aldine. He signed with Broken Bow Records and released his self-titled debut in 2005; early singles "Hicktown" and "Amarillo Sky" established his small-town, rock-tinged country sound. Over the next two decades he became one of country music's biggest touring and recording acts, with dozens of No. 1 country singles and multi-platinum albums.
His accolades include three consecutive ACM Entertainer of the Year wins (2016, 2017, 2018) and the ACM Artist of the Decade award (2019). His sound blends traditional country storytelling with arena-rock production and occasional hip-hop cadence — most famously on "Dirt Road Anthem."
Two events shaped his wider public profile: he was on stage at the Route 91 Harvest festival in Las Vegas when a gunman opened fire on October 1, 2017; and in 2023 his single "Try That in a Small Town" drew national controversy before becoming his first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1.
What is Jason Aldean's real name?
Jason Aldine Williams. His stage surname comes from his middle name, Aldine.
Where is Jason Aldean from?
He was born and raised in Macon, Georgia.
How old is Jason Aldean?
He was born on February 28, 1977.
How tall is Jason Aldean?
About 6 feet (1.83 m).
What awards has Jason Aldean won?
Among many honors, he won ACM Entertainer of the Year three years running (2016–2018) and was named ACM Artist of the Decade in 2019.