Richie McDonald

Quick Facts

Full Name	Richie McDonald
Occupation	Country Singer
Date Of Birth	Feb 6, 1962(1962-02-06)
Age	62
Birthplace	Lubbock
Country	United States
Birth City	Texas
Horoscope	Aquarius

Richie McDonald Biography

Richie McDonald is one of the most popular and richest Country Singer who was born on February 6, 1962 in Lubbock, Texas, United States. American singer-guitarist who was also the leader of the country band Lonestar. The band’s #3 charting album, Lonely Grill, was released by him and his band.

He and He and John Rich were in Lonestar together, but McDonald fired Rich. were together at Lonestar, but Rich was fired by McDonald’s.

Richard Vance McDonald (born February 6, 1962) is an American country music singer and songwriter. From 1998 until his departure in 2007, he was the lead singer of the group Lonestar, which recorded seven studio albums on BNA Records during his tenure as lead vocalist. For the first seven years of the band’s existence, he alternated with then-bassist John Rich as vocalist. McDonald became the sole lead vocalist of Lonestar following Rich’s departure. McDonald co-wrote several of the band’s singles, and sang lead on all but one of them; he would rejoin the band in 2011. Outside Lonestar, he has charted twice as a guest vocalist on others’ songs, in addition to releasing two independent albums and four solo singles.

McDonald has sung duet or backing vocals on several artists’ albums, including “Maybe He’ll Notice Her Now”, a single from Mindy McCready’s 1996 debut Ten Thousand Angels (a song which peaked at No. 18 on the Hot Country Songs charts in early 1997), “Outside Looking In” on Kellie Coffey’s 2002 debut When You Lie Next to Me, and “Havin’ a Good Time” on Tommy Shane Steiner’s 2002 debut Then Came the Night.

With Lorie, he has three children.

Richie McDonald Net Worth

Richie McDonald is one of the richest Country Singer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Richie McDonald 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a background singer for country artists such as Mindy McCready’s “Maybe He’ll notice Her Now”.

His album I Turn to You charted at #6 in the U.S. Christian Charts.

Richie McDonald was born on February 6, 1962, in Lubbock, Texas He founded the band Lonestar in 1992. He served as the band’s lead vocalist, with other members comprising bass guitarist John Rich (who left in 1998 and was never officially replaced), drummer Keech Rainwater, keyboardist Dean Sams and guitarist Michael Britt. Lonestar signed to BNA Records in 1995, and with McDonald as lead vocalist, they released seven studio albums, a Christmas album, and a greatest hits package, and 27 chart singles.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Richie McDonald height 6 ft 0 in Richie weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Richie McDonald Dating?

According to our records, Richie McDonald married to Lorie Ellis McDonald. As of December 1, 2023, Richie McDonald’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Richie Ranked on the list of most popular Country Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Richie McDonald celebrates birthday on February 6 of every year.

Top Facts about Richie McDonald

1. Richie McDonald is an American country music singer-songwriter.
2. He was the lead vocalist of Lonestar from 1992-2007.
3. McDonald has released four solo albums since leaving Lonestar.
4. His biggest solo hit is “God’s Still in America” (2019).
5. McDonald has co-written many of his own songs.
6. He has also written songs for other artists, including Kenny Chesney.
7. In 2018, McDonald was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame.
8. He has won multiple awards, including a Grammy with Lonestar.
9. McDonald continues to tour and perform across the United States.
10. He is known for his powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics.

Why did Richie McDonald leave Lonestar again?

In March 2021, McDonald announced that he would again be leaving Lonestar to pursue a career as a member of The Frontmen of Country , which also consists of Tim Rushlow and Larry Stewart, the former lead singers of Little Texas and Restless Heart, respectively.

What happened to the original lead singer of Lonestar?

Celebrated vocalist Richie McDonald has departed the country group Lonestar for a second time , he says, leaving a band he helped lead to chart-topping success in the 1990s and 2000s. He will be replaced by former Sons of the Desert front man Drew Womack.

Where is Richie McDonald from?

Lubbock, TX

How old is Richie McDonald?

60 years (February 6, 1962)

Who is the current lead singer of Lonestar?

Lead singers