Carrie Underwood Draws a Line When It Comes to Her Sons + Singing Competitions

Carrie Underwood was a recent guest on The View alongside her fellow American Idol judges and friends Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, and she got candid about parenthood.

Underwood was asked if she would let her two sons enter into a singing competition at their current ages.

Underwood said that both of her boys can sing, and her oldest, Isaiah, is particularly drawn to music — but Underwood doesn’t think he is ready yet to go on any stage.

“He’s mini-me in so many ways, but I don’t think I would. He would need to be older and more established in himself before I would give my blessing on getting into it.”

Sounds like a firm no.

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She said, “Home is home.”

This can be interpreted as her meaning that she doesn’t mix home and work.

What’s The Difference in Carrie Underwood at Work Versus at Home?

The “Undo It” singer said, “Being on stage and being at home, those are two different people, pretty much. And I love that because they’ll come to shows and they’ll see me do what I do. And I feel that they’re proud, but then Mom makes dinner.”

At the end of the day, Underwood wants her two sons to know that her main purpose in this life is to raise them to be the best that they can be.

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♬ original sound – whisper.fameShe continued, “I hope more than anything, that’s what they take away from me. And that’s what they remember about me. She was Mom, and then every once in a while, she’d go and get on stage.”

Carrie Underwood’s Makeover Journey in 21 Pictures

It turns out Carrie Underwood has been a brunette all along! The singer revealed her natural hair color, and that requires a short look back at all of her hairstyles.

Enjoy the ups and downs (literally) of Carrie’s hair journey, beginning with her American Idol look in 2005 to her most recent makeover, in 2025.

Gallery Credit: Billy Dukes

May 2005

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May 2005

Carrie Underwood’s crimp began her hair journey. This picture was taken on the day she won American Idol in 2005.

November 2005

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November 2005

In November 2005, Carrie attended her first CMA Awards. She was not yet queen of the red carpet, but more of a princess.

April 2008

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April 2008

Between 2005 and 2008, Underwood evolved significantly. This was her first red carpet with bangs, and she looks pretty pleased with the results.

February 2009

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February 2009

In early 2009, Underwood began to appear with either shorter hair or her hair pulled back. This picture from the Grammys is casual compared to what’s on the horizon.

November 2009

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November 2009

This is probably the shortest Carrie Underwood’s hair ever has been on a red carpet. It’s approaching something of a bob.

November 2010

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November 2010

By November 2010, Underwood had the Blown Away album on her mind, and her look began to feel more fierce and temperamental. The dark eye shadow blended well with her multi-colored locks.

May 2012

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May 2012

We were pretty “blown away” by this look in 2012, and to be honest, it’s still a favorite today.

February 2013

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February 2013

This is Carrie in her famous $31 million necklace. Her hair was not what we were supposed to be looking at, and while beautiful, it’s not a signature look.

April 2013

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April 2013

The ACM Awards always presented as a country music party, so it worked for Underwood to appear with a messier hair style. The long hair is still there, but she’s got it pulled up in a way she did from time to time back then.

May 2014

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May 2014

There is something fierce about this Carrie Underwood look, as well. Her dark eyes and coiffed bangs brought an edge to the BBMAs.

December 2014

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December 2014

Carrie Underwood was pregnant with her first child in December 2014. Long blonde hair spills over her shoulder in a photo that’s arguably among her most memorable.

June 2015

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June 2015

A few months after Isaiah was born, Underwood walked the CMT Music Awards red carpet with a swoop across her forehead. The mom life makeover was beginning.

February 2016

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February 2016

This is probably the most mom-like Underwood has ever looked on a red carpet. She looks to have cut her hair for the 2016 Grammys. As anyone who’s ever parented a 1-year-old knows, that’s necessary.

May 2016

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May 2016

A short time later, Underwood added some bounce to her new short do.

April 2017

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April 2017

By April 2017, Carrie Underwood was back to looking like a queen on the carpet. This is another iconic look.

November 2018

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November 2018

Carrie Underwood was pregnant for this photo in November 2018. Her blonde hair has full curls and plenty of bounce, just like it did before Isaiah was born.

April 2019

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April 2019

This picture is an original. Underwood’s bangs are pulled back to add drama to her ACM Awards look. Spoiler alert: The look wouldn’t last long.

June 2021

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June 2021

Is this the blondest Carrie Underwood has ever been? Her hair is shockingly bright for the CMT Awards in 2021.

April 2023

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April 2023

In April 2023, Underwood just did a pony-and-go for the CMT Awards.

March 2025

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March 2025

In March 2025, Carrie Underwood appeared with straight hair at the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th birthday celebration. It’s a classic look for her.

August 2025

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August 2025

Now, all of a sudden, Carrie is a brunette. She says this is her natural hair color, and if we’re being honest, it looks great on her. We’re all for country music’s most powerful vocalist of the 21st century getting back to her roots.

20 Things Carrie Underwood Has Done Since Winning ‘American Idol’

Carrie Underwood has been, well, busy since winning Season 4 of American Idol in 2005. Since the confetti fell, the country singer has released nine albums and embarked on seven tours. She’s also tried her hand at acting and launched a handful of businesses.

Over the years she’s become one of the biggest success stories to come out of the show, winning countless awards and amassing a staggering net worth of over $100 million.

Keep scrolling to see 20 things Underwood has done since her time on the reality singing competition.

Released Nine Studio Albums

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Released Nine Studio Albums

Since her American Idol win, Underwood has released nine albums. Her first project after the show was Some Hearts, which arrived in 2005, followed by Carnival Ride in 2007 and Play On in 2009. She then dropped Blown Away (2012), Storyteller (2015) and Cry Pretty (2018). In 2020 she deviated from country music with her Christmas album My Gift, then released a Gospel covers project, My Savior, the following year. Underwood’s most recent album Denim & Rhinestones came out in 2022.

Toured Seven Times

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Toured Seven Times

After winning American Idol, the show’s alum went on her first tour, Carrie Underwood: Live in Concert in 2006, singing many songs from her debut album. She has toured in support of each of her country albums, totaling seven tours overall. Underwood did not hit the road for her My Gift and My Savior projects.

Made Her Saturday Night Live Debut

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Made Her ‘Saturday Night Live’ Debut

Like so many other country artists, Underwood has graced the iconic Saturday Night Live stage. Just two years after winning American Idol, the singer was the musical guest on the show on March 24, 2007. After being introduced by Peyton Manning, she performed her songs “Before He Cheats” and “Wasted.”

Won Eight Grammys … and Dozens of Other Awards

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Won Eight Grammys … and Dozens of Other Awards

Underwood is easily one of the most decorated artists in country music. Her greatest accomplishments are the eight Grammy Awards she has won since her time on American Idol. In addition, she has won nine CMA Awards, 16 ACM Awards, 17 American Music Awards, 25 CMT Awards and 29 BMI Awards. She’s also racked up 12 Billboard Awards, 9 People’s Choice Awards, 2 GMA Dove Awards and 12 American Country Awards!

Hosted the CMA Awards 12 Times

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Hosted the CMA Awards 12 Times

For 11 years in a row, Underwood hosted the annual CMA Awards with fellow country artist Brad Paisley. The pair were known for their zany antics and silly parody songs from 2008 through 2018. Underwood hosted the 2019 show, too, but with Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire, before retiring from the gig. Her 12 turns at host ties the record for most with Vince Gill, who’s also hosted 12 times.

Made Her Sesame Street Debut … as a Worm

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Made Her ‘Sesame Street’ Debut … as a Worm

Although she did not appear on Sesame Street in person, Underwood did offer up her beautiful vocals to a worm named Carrie Underworm. She sings a sweet song about how great it is to be a worm ahead of the worm’s biggest event of the year, the Squirmadega races.

Sang the National Anthem at Super Bowl XLIV

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Sang the National Anthem at Super Bowl XLIV

While several country artists have been selected to sing the National Anthem ahead of big sporting events, nothing compares to doing it for the Super Bowl. Underwood was selected to sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” before Super Bowl XLIV in 2010. Her performance won the approval of the fans at Miami’s Sun Life Stadium and across the nation. She has also sung our nation’s anthem at NHL games for the Nashville Predators and Chicago Blackhawks.

Been Inducted Into the Grand Ole Opry

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Been Inducted Into the Grand Ole Opry

Shortly after her American Idol victory, Underwood made her performance debut on the Grand Ole Opry stage. On March 15, 2008, Randy Travis had the honor of inviting her to become a member of the Opry. She was inducted on May 10 of that year, in a celebration hosted by Garth Brooks.

Married NHL Player Mike Fisher

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Married NHL Player Mike Fisher

Underwood tied the knot with NHL player Mike Fisher on July 10, 2010. The pair met through mutual friends who arranged for them to get together at one of her concerts in 2008. Just over a year later, the two were engaged. In 2024, Underwood and Fisher live with their two sons on a farm just outside of Nashville.

Played Tiffany on How I Met Your Mother

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Played Tiffany on ‘How I Met Your Mother’

In March 2010, Underwood made an appearance on the popular show How I Met Your Mother in an episode titled “Hooked.” Her character Tiffany, a medical sales rep, develops a relationship with the main character, Ted. It was her first acting role and it resulted in the show’s second-highest rated episode for Season 5.

Played Sarah Hill in Soul Surfer

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Played Sarah Hill in ‘Soul Surfer’

Underwood made her big screen debut in April 2011 in the movie Soul Surfer. The movie follows the true story of surfer Bethany Hamilton as she overcomes obstacles to return to the water after a shark attack took her arm. The singer plays Sarah Hill, who was Hamilton’s church youth leader at the time.

Played Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music Live!

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Played Maria von Trapp in ‘The Sound of Music Live!’

In Dec. 2013, Underwood took on the role of Maria von Trapp in NBC’s The Sound of Music Live! The musical was performed live on television during a three-hour telecast, with Underwood in the leading role.

Sang the Sunday Night Football Opening Theme Song

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Sang the ‘Sunday Night Football’ Opening Theme Song

After taking over for Faith Hill, Underwood has been the face of Sunday Night Football since 2013. She has sung a handful of different theme songs for NBC’s night of programming. In addition to the well-known “Waiting All Day for Sunday Night” – a riff on Joan Jett’s “I Hate Myself for Loving You” – Underwood turned her duet with Miranda Lambert, “Something Bad,” into an NFL-friendly “Oh Sunday Night.” She also crafted an original song in 2018 called “Game On.”

Became a Mom to Sons Isaiah and Jacob

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Became a Mom to Sons Isaiah and Jacob

Underwood and her husband Mike share two children. Their first son, Isaiah, was born on Feb. 27, 2015, and their second boy Jacob arrived on Jan. 21, 2019. The syat suffered three miscarriages in between their births. Those heartbreaking experiences are what inspired her song “Cry Pretty.”

Launched Her Own Clothing Line, Calia

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Launched Her Own Clothing Line, Calia

As a fitness enthusiast, it’s no surprise that the country singer launched her own athletics clothing line, Calia. In a partnership with Dick’s Sporting Goods, Underwood created a line of women’s workout and leisure attire. Although the brand still exists, Underwood left Calia in 2021, with the fall line that year being her final drop.

Received a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Received a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

On Sept. 20, 2018, Underwood received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She is the proud owner of star No. 2,646. Those who were a part of her unveiling ceremony included American Idol judge Simon Cowell and fellow country singer Brad Paisley. Her husband Mike Fisher and son Isaiah were in attendance to celebrate the big moment.

Wrote a Book, Find Your Path

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Wrote a Book, ‘Find Your Path’

On March 3, 2020, Underwood became an author with her book Find Your Path: Honor Your Body, Fuel Your Soul, and Get Strong with the Fit52 Life. The book features sections about her life, healthy eating strategies and recipes, plus at-home workout plans from her trainer.

Launched Her Own Fitness App, Fit52

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Launched Her Own Fitness App, Fit52

In addition to her powerhouse vocals, Underwood is (almost) just as well-known for her killer legs. The singer is deeply passionate about fitness and launched her own Fitness App called Fit52. The name comes from a clever workout method Underwood has used for years that utilizes a deck of cards. Each suit is assigned a different exercise, with the card’s value dictating the number of repetitions. With 52 cards in a deck, you can see where the name comes from.

Developed a Green Thumb

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Developed a Green Thumb

Despite all the glitz and glamor on stage, Underwood is not afraid to get her hands dirty. The Oklahoman has developed quite the green thumb on her farm in Tennessee. It’s no surprise, given the fact that she was raised on a farm, but her crops are very impressive! She regularly shares photos of her harvests and experiments in the kitchen on social media.

Launched a Las Vegas Residency, Reflection

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Launched a Las Vegas Residency, ‘Reflection’

In Dec. 2021, Underwood launched her own Las Vegas residency, Reflection at Resorts World Las Vegas resort and casino. She was selected as the venue’s first in-house resident artist, and her show has been so popular she has renewed it several times. She now has dates extending through April 2025.