Years Ago

On Oct. 24, 1991, Brooks made history when his album 'No Fences' became the first country record to sell more than 5 million copies.

On Sept. 18, 2006, Nelson was arrested for possession of marijuana and narcotic mushrooms.

Country legend Williams was born on Sept. 17, 1923.

On Sept. 14, 1979, Rogers received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

On Sept. 12, 2003, Cash passed away after suffering complications from diabetes.

On Sept. 12, 1994, Jones had triple bypass surgery, on his 63rd birthday, at Baptist Hospital in Nashville, Tenn.

On Sept. 10, 1994, Yearwood's single "XXX's and OOO's (An American Girl)" became her second No. 1 hit.

Sept. 9, 1989, was a bittersweet day for friends and family of the late Whitley.

On Aug. 31, 1994, Walker earned his first platinum record with his self-titled debut album.

On Aug. 28, 1982, Strait earned his first No. 1 hit with his single "Fool Hearted Memory."