Born November 21, 1962 in Paducah, Kentucky, Steven Curtis Chapman is one of the most prolific singers in the Christian music industry. He has won five Grammy awards and 56 Dove Awards, including seven Dove “Artist of the Year” awards. He and his wife Mary Beth have been married since 1984 and are outspoken advocates of adoption. They have three biological and three adopted children. In 2008, his youngest son accidentally ran over the youngest daughter, Maria, who died as she was being airlifted to the hospital. Steven and Mary Beth talk publicly about the loss and how their faith brought them through it. They also have donated money to build a medical care center in China in Maria’s honor.
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Christian Music: Steven Curtis Chapman
Contains the biography and discography of Steven Curtis Chapman. Also links to news and other notes of interest which are relevant.
http://christianmusic.about.com/od/alprofiles/p/prscc.htm
The Internet Movie Database contains this section about Steven Curtis Chapman, featuring photographs and videos as well as news article pertinent to the star. Additionally discusses his life and career including Dove, Grammy, and other awards.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0152526/
Official website for Steven Curtis Chapman, musician and song writer. Lyrics and samples of Chapman's songs such as The Great Adventure, Real Life Conversations are available.
http://www.stevencurtischapman.com
