American neotraditional country singer songwriter and multiinstrumentalist born April 27, 1957 in Norman, Oklahoma.He was lead singer from 1978 - 1981 in the group Pure Prairie League. Married to Contemporary Christian singer, Amy Grant.
His ex-wife, Janis Oliver , with her sister, Kristine Arnold , are the Sweethearts of the Rodeo.
(12 March 2001) Daughter Corrina Grant Gill born weighing 7lbs. 9oz.
He began writing "Go Rest High on that Mountain" for Keith Whitley who died of alcoholism, but completed it after his brother died as a tribute to both men. He wrote "It wont be the same this year", a Christmas song, about his brother, and "The Key" about his father.
Was asked to join the band Dire Straits but declined to pursue his own solo career.
Inducted into the Hall of Great Western Performers of the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in 1997.
Sister: Gina
Brother: Bob (deceased 1993)
Parents: Jerene Gill, Homemaker and J. Stanley "Stan" Gill (deceased 1997), a federal administrative law judge
Daughter, Jennifer (Jenny) Jerene Gill (Jenny Gill ) born May 5, 1982.
Before becoming a successful country singer, from 1979 to 1983 he was the lead singer for the country-rock band Pure Prairie League , which had a top 10 pop hit in the summer of 1980 with "Let Me Love You Tonight".
Began his music career playing bluegrass music.
Avid golfer. In high school, had to decide if he wanted to pursue a career as a golfer or a musician. Hosts "The Vinny" Pro-Am Celebrity Golf tournament in Nashville, Tennessee to benefit Junior Golf of Tennessee. At one point had a handicap of 1.
Ex-brother-in-law of Kristine Arnold.
Stepfather of Matt Chapman , Millie Chapman and Sarah Chapman.
Has a band, with Rodney Crowell , called the Notorious Cherry Bombs.
Middle name is the same as his wifes maiden name.
His hometown is Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Has a grandson Wyatt Gill Van Valkenberg on August 4, 2014.
