
Country Music's Youngest Grammy Queens: A Look Back
By: Brian Zwerner
Feb 6, 2025
The Grammys, often seen as a celebration of seasoned musical talent, have also crowned some remarkably young artists, particularly in the country music genre. While the stereotype of country music fans might skew older, the genre's youngest Grammy winners prove that talent knows no age. Let's take a look at the three youngest women who've taken home country gold.
Kicking off our countdown at number three is Carrie Underwood. In 2007, at the age of 24, Underwood snagged the Best Female Country Vocal Performance Grammy for her hit single, "Jesus, Take the Wheel," solidifying her place in country music history.
Coming in at number two is none other than Taylor Swift. Swift, a force now in both country and pop, captured the hearts of America and the Recording Academy in 2010 when, at just 21, she won Best Country Album for her sophomore release, Fearless.
And finally, our youngest country Grammy winner, and youngest Grammy winner of all time across all genres, is LeAnn Rimes. Back in 1997, a mere 14-year-old Rimes took the world by storm, winning Best Female Country Vocal Performance for her powerful rendition of "Blue." This remarkable achievement cemented her status as a prodigy and a true icon in the country music landscape.
These three women prove that age is just a number when it comes to musical talent and Grammy recognition.