The Boot Staff

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. 13, 2009, Swift's acceptance speech at the MTV Video Music Awards for "You Belong With Me" was infamously interrupted by Kanye West.

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

On Sept. 11, 2004, Clark earned her second No. 1 hit in the United States with her single "Girls Lie Too."

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 Sept. 2, 2009, Aldean's single "Big Green Tractor," from his 'Wide Open' album, earned gold status.

On Sept. 1, 1979, Nelson and Russell hit the No. 1 spot with their remake of the Elvis Presley hit "Heartbreak Hotel."

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

On Aug. 31, 1974, Jones earned a No. 1 hit with his song "The Grand Tour," which was the title track of his 41st studio album.

On Aug. 23, 2003, Adkins was officially inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.