Skip to content
NorthFactsFacts first, Canada's reference desk
People

Sara Evans

What is sara evans?

· James MacDonald

Key facts

Birth name Sara Lynn Evans[1]
Born February 5, 1971[1]
Birth place Boonville, Missouri, U.S.[1]
Occupation singer, songwriter, record producer, author, actress[1]
Albums sold over six million[1]
Debut album Three Chords and the Truth[3]

Sara Evans is an American country music singer and songwriter.

Context

Sara Evans is known for her contributions to country music, having released her debut album, Three Chords and the Truth, in 1997 [3]. She has achieved significant success, with five of her songs reaching number one on the Billboard country songs chart [1]. Beyond her music career, she has also ventured into acting and writing, showcasing her versatility as an artist.

Documented claims

  • She had five songs reach number one on the Billboard country songs chart. [1]
  • She won a Country Music Award for Video of the Year for “Born to Fly” in 2001. [3]
  • She has been married to Jay Barker since June 14, 2008. [2]
  • She was previously married to Craig Schelske. [2]

Questions and answers

What is Sara Evans' most famous song?

One of her most famous songs is “Born to Fly,” which won her a Country Music Award for Video of the Year in 2001 [3].

Is Sara Evans still married?

Yes, she has been married to Jay Barker since June 14, 2008 [2].

Sources

  1. Sara Evans Biography, Celebrity Facts and Awards - TV Guide — tvguide.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Willing to Sacrifice - Chapter 16 — chapter16.org (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Sara Evans | Encyclopedia.com — encyclopedia.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People