2009

soccer

In 2009, Cristiano Ronaldo was at a defining inflection point in his career. After five transformative years at Manchester United, where he became a global superstar, he complet...

music-biography

By 2009, Robin Thicke had established himself as a seasoned R&B songwriter and performer after several years in the music industry. His early work as a writer and background voc...

biography

In 2009, Kris Jenner stood at the center of a rapidly expanding media empire, balancing her role as a mother, manager, and reality television powerhouse. This profile breaks dow...

music-awards

The Grammy Awards 2009 honored recordings released during the eligibility year and took place on February 8, 2009, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. This profile explains ma...

Music Awards & Recognition

The Recording Academy’s Best New Artist honor recognizes recording artists who have released a first recording during the eligibility period and have not previously establishe...

Celebrity Profiles

John Mayer was born October 16, 1977, which made him 31 years old for most of 2009, turning 32 late in the year. In 2009, Mayer was an established singer-songwriter and guitaris...

sports media history

The 2009 ESPN Body Issue stands as a landmark edition of the annual magazine that spotlights elite athletes in dynamic poses and revealing photo essays. Released in mid-2009, th...

people

In 2009, Ashlee Simpson was navigating a transitional period that reflected both personal and professional shifts. Following the mixed reception of her earlier projects and publ...

Celebrity Profiles

In 2009, Nick Carter existed in a transitional zone between peak teen stardom and an intentional recalibration of his public presence. This profile explains his professional sta...

pop-culture

2009 was a pivotal year in pop culture, defined by the ascendance of digital platforms, the final season of a beloved sitcom, and some of the decade’s most enduring music and...