Tanya Denise Tucker is one of the best country music singers. The American celebrity has been in the music sector for many years, enabling her to establish her presence and earn a good income.
Tanya began her music career in the 70s but she rose to fame in 1972 after her song Delta Dawn went viral. She was only 13 when she released the song and went on to become one of the few child performers of that time.
Tucker has been one of the few performers who have grown to adulthood without losing relevance and their fanbase. Over the years, she has earned numerous awards and nominations, which have continued to help her stay relevant. Moreover, she has released numerous country music albums, making her one of the best country singers.
Early Life and Rise to Fame
Tanya Tucker was born on October 10, 1958, as the youngest of three children born to Alma Juanita and Jesse Melvin.
Tanya’s father was a heavy equipment operator which prompted him and the family to move a lot due to seeking better work. She spent her early days in Willcox, Arizona, where she listened to KHIL, the only radio station that played country music.
The Tuckers were into country music and it enabled them to attend concerts of country stars including Ernest Tubb and Mel Tillis. Tanya’s sister LaCosta was born a performer, and she began attending events as a child. She won her first talent at the age of four, setting the stage for a better career.
Apart from Tanaya’s sister attending beauty pageants and talent shows, she began singing with Tanaya in a band called Country Westerners. When Tanaya was only eight years old, she told her father that she also wanted to be a country singer when she grew up.
Tanaya began trying her hand at acting role but settled on singing. She was a featured performer at country singer Judy Lynn’s show, and it allowed her to start her singing career.
Singing Career
Tanya made her debut with Mel Tillis. Mel was so impressed by Tanya’s talent that he invited her on stage to perform. The family moved to Henderson, Nevada, enabling Tanaya to perform regularly.
Tucker recorded her demo tape that attracted the attention of Dolores Fuller. Dolores sent the tape to Billy Sherril of CBS Records and he was so impressed with the tape, that he signed the teenage vocalist under Columbia Records.
Tanya released her debut track in 1972 and it became a hit instantly, peaking at number 6 on the country chart. Her second single also was top ten, and she continued becoming recognized all over the globe.
Despite Tanaya achieving huge success in the 70s, her sales started declining by the end of the 70s. She only had two singles which were performing well and her drinking habit was becoming a problem, She went back to the top of the charts in 1986.
What is Tanya Tucker’s Net Worth and Sources?
Tanya Tucker’s net worth is $60 million according to Celebrity Net Worth. Tanaya Tucker began singing in the 1970s, and the numerous hits she has released over the years, have contributed greatly to her income.
