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Trace Adkins details surviving ‘kill shot’ from ex-wife in 1994
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Adkins has since moved on from the incident and gone on to release music, including his debut album "Dreamin' Out Loud" in 1996.
Country music star Trace Adkins recently discussed a past incident in which he was shot by an ex-wife. The shooting occurred in 1994 during a separation from his second wife, Julie Curtis. The incident reportedly stemmed from an argument, with Adkins' drinking being a factor.
" Further details about the incident are available from various news sources, including an interview with Adkins on a podcast. Adkins has since moved on from the incident and gone on to release music, including his debut album "Dreamin' Out Loud" in 1996.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Country music star Trace Adkins recently discussed a past incident in which he was shot by an ex-wife. The shooting occurred in 1994 during a separation from his second wife, Julie Curtis. The…
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