Stevie Nicks was born in Phoenix, Arizona, to Barbara and Jess Nicks. She has a younger brother and was nicknamed 'Stevie' as a toddler due to her inability to pronounce her given name, Stephanie.

Nicks attended Menlo-Atherton High School in Atherton, California, where she met future Fleetwood Mac guitarist and vocalist Lindsey Buckingham. They performed together at a church gathering, singing 'California Dreamin'.'

Nicks joined Lindsey Buckingham's band, Fritz, playing psychedelic and bluesy rock. They left Fritz to form a musical duo called Buckingham Nicks, releasing a self-titled album in 1973 that was minimally successful.

Mick Fleetwood, Fleetwood Mac's drummer and cofounder, invited Buckingham to join the band, stipulating that Nicks also be included. They joined Fleetwood Mac at the beginning of 1975, marking a pivotal moment in the band's history.

Nicks released her solo debut album, Bella Donna, which topped the Billboard 200 chart and reached multiplatinum status. The album featured hits like 'Edge of Seventeen' and duets with Tom Petty and Don Henley.

Nicks released her second solo album, The Wild Heart, which went double platinum and featured three hit singles. This period was also marked by personal challenges, including her brief marriage to Kim Anderson, the widower of her friend Robin Anderson.

Nicks reunited with Fleetwood Mac's Rumours-era lineup for a performance at President Bill Clinton's inauguration. This marked the beginning of a series of reunions and tours with the band.

Stevie Nicks was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Fleetwood Mac, recognizing her contributions to the band's success.

Nicks became the first woman to be inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this time as a solo artist, acknowledging her significant solo career achievements.

Nicks continues to tour as a solo artist and collaborate with other musicians, maintaining her status as a legendary figure in rock music.