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Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Country Singer Announces His Grand Ole Opry Return After Fatal Tragedy
Country Singer Announces His Grand Ole Opry Return After Fatal Tragedy originally appeared on Parade. Conner Smith is preparing to take the stage at the Grand Ole Opry less than two months after his involvement in a fatal car accident. The country singer, 24, announced via his Instagram Story that he will appear at the iconic Nashville, Tennessee, venue on Wednesday, July 30, marking his first performance since the tragedy. 'Grateful to step back on stage Wednesday,' he wrote. 'Thankful to the church of country music.' Smith's Opry return comes after he struck and killed a woman in Nashville last month. Smith was driving a pickup truck on June 8 when he hit 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins as she crossed the road inside a crosswalk, according to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department. The victim was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she died. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 'The preliminary contributing factor for this crash appears to be Smith failing to yield the right of way to the pedestrian,' police said. 'He showed no signs of impairment.' At the time, Smith's attorney confirmed to People in a statement that he was 'involved in a car accident that tragically claimed a life.' 'His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins' family during this incredibly difficult time,' the statement added. 'Mr. Smith continues to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.' On July 10, the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department confirmed that Smith was charged with a misdemeanor for failure to yield the right of way resulting in death. The following day, Smith broke his silence on the tragedy in a statement via Instagram. 'Not a day has gone by that I haven't grieved, prayed and mourned for Ms. Dobbins and her family. My heart is broken in a way I've never experienced, and I still struggle to fully process the weight of it all,' he said. 'I ask that you continue to lift the Dobbins family up in prayer by name, asking for God's peace to surround them each day.' He continued: 'Out of respect for everyone involved and to give space for grieving, I made the decision to step away from shows these past few weeks. I have always found that making music and playing shows is a place of healing for me — but for this moment, it was important for me to take time away. I'm thankful to serve a God who is near to the brokenhearted, and I have leaned on Him every step of the way. Through tragedy, I have learned that God is more faithful than I could have ever known before.' Country Singer Announces His Grand Ole Opry Return After Fatal Tragedy first appeared on Parade on Jul 26, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Country Singer Speaks Out for First Time Since Fatal Accident
Country Singer Speaks Out for First Time Since Fatal Accident originally appeared on Parade. Country singer Conner Smith is speaking out for the first time since his tragic accident last month in which his pickup truck struck and killed 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins in Nashville. In a statement shared on Instagram on Friday, July 11, Smith, 29, expressed his deep sorrow over the incident. "Four weeks ago, I was involved in a tragic vehicle accident that resulted in the loss of a life," Smith wrote. "Not a day has gone by that I haven't grieved, prayed, and mourned for Ms. Dobbins and her family. My heart is broken in a way I've never experienced, and I still struggle to fully process the weight of it all." Smith, who had been performing in the weeks leading up to the accident, said he made the decision to step away from shows. 'I made the decision to step away from shows these past few weeks. I have always found that making music and playing shows is a place of healing for me - but for this moment, it was important for me to take time away,' the statement read. Fans were quick to comment on the post, letting the 'Creek Will Rise' singer know they're in his corner. 'Love you brother. I'm honored to walk alongside you,' one wrote, while another said, 'Takes a big man to respond the way you have.' A third noted, 'The hardest battles are put on the strongest people. Been praying for everyone involved.' 'You're a good man, Conner,' another stated. 🎬 🎬 Smith's post comes a day after he received a misdemeanor citation from the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department in connection with the fatal crash. According to Smith's attorney, the singer has fully cooperated with the investigation. The accident occurred on June 8 when Smith's Chevrolet Silverado struck Dobbins as she was crossing a marked sidewalk. Authorities indicated that Smith's failure to yield was the primary cause of the incident, though there were no signs of impairment at the scene. first appeared on Parade on Jul 12, 2025
Daily Mail
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Country singer Conner Smith charged after deadly car accident with elderly pedestrian
Country star Conner Smith has been charged after he struck and killed an elderly woman with his vehicle on the night of Sunday, June 8. The 24-year-old singer hit a woman identified as Dorothy Dobbins, 77, with his Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck in Nashville. Smith — who is signed to a subsidiary of Big Machine Records, Taylor Swift's old label — hit Dobbins when she was walking in a marked crosswalk. Dobbins was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center and died there, according to police, who noted that she lived near the crosswalk where Smith hit her. According to a statement released by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department on July 10 Smith has been charged with Failure to Yield the Right of Way Resulting in Death (a Class A misdemeanor). Smith has been issued a misdemeanor state citation. He is to appear for booking on the citation on August 7. As a misdemeanor instead of a felony, the charge underscores a lack of criminal intent, a source told Smith's attorney, Worrick G. Robinson IV said in a statement: 'Conner is incredibly grateful to the MNPD for their time and efforts to carefully investigate this tragic accident and has continued to cooperate at all times. 'His thoughts remain with Ms. Dobbins' family, and he remains committed to honoring her memory with compassion by supporting efforts to improve pedestrian safety and help prevent future tragedies.' Smith posted his own statement to Instagram which read: 'Four weeks ago, I was involved in a tragic vehicle accident that resulted in the loss of a life. Not a day has gone by that I haven't grieved, prayed, and mourned for Ms. Dobbins and her family. 'My heart is broken in a way I've never experienced, and I still struggle to fully process the weight of it all. I ask that you continue to lift the Dobbins family up in prayer by name, asking for God's peace to surround them each day.' 'Out of respect for everyone involved and to give space for grieving, I made the decision to step away from shows these past few weeks. I have always found that making music and playing shows is a place of healing for me – but for this moment, it was important for me to take time away. 'I'm thankful to serve a God who is near to the brokenhearted, and I have leaned on Him every step of the way. Through tragedy, I have learned that God is more faithful than I could have ever known before.' Sources said Smith was 'not under the influence or distracted by his phone at the time of the crash.' They added Smith 'is encouraged by Nashville's efforts to improve safety at the crosswalk where the accident occurred, because since the incident, multiple signs have been installed to clearly indicate the crosswalk for both drivers and pedestrians, and a tree that had significantly obstructed the view of the crosswalk has been removed.' TMZ first reported that Smith had allegedly struck and killed Dobbins. Sources at the scene added that police quickly released the singer as he allegedly didn't show signs of obvious impairment The deadly incident occurred on the final day of CMA Fest 2025 in Nashville's Riverfront Park. Smith had performed at the festival on its Chevy Riverfront stage on Saturday, June 7, the day before the crash. Smith is a recording artist for Big Machine Records' sub-label Valory. He's best known for the viral hit I Hate Alabama, which was released in late 2021 and became a sensation with TikTok users. Buzz from the song led to his record deal, which he inaugurated with his 2022 EP Didn't Go Too Far. His 2023 singles Take It Slow and Creek Will Rise have both been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), and the latter run also became a top-20 hit on Billboard's US Country Airplay chart.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Country music star charged with misdemeanor in fatal crash
Country music singer Conner Smith is facing a charge after being involved in a fatal crash on June 8 in Nashville, according to a statement from the city's police department on Thursday. Smith, who is 24, drove a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck into pedestrian Dorothy Dobbins, 77, police wrote. He is being charged with Failure to Yield the Right of Way Resulting in a Death, a Class A misdemeanor. He was also issued a state misdemeanor citation, police wrote. Dobbins was crossing the street in a marked crosswalk when she was hit by Smith's truck, police said. After she was hit, Smith ran to her to render aid until Nashville Fire Department paramedics arrived. Dobbins was rushed to a local hospital, where she died, police wrote. Officers found no evidence of impairment or distracted driving. Smith released a statement on his Instagram page on Friday expressing remorse over the crash. 'Four weeks ago, I was involved in a tragic vehicle accident that resulted in the loss of a life,' he wrote. 'Not a day has gone by that I haven't grieved, prayed, and mourned for Ms. Dobbins and her family. My heart is broken in a way I've never experienced, and I still struggle to fully process of the weight of it all.' Smith continued that he has stepped away from performing the past few weeks. 'I have always found that making music and playing shows is a place of healing for me — but for this moment, it was important for met to take time away.' He referenced Psalm 91 from the Bible as he signed his message. Smith rose to prominence in 2022 with hits like 'I Hate Alabama,' 'Learn From It,' and 'Take it Slow.' Since then he has received a nomination for New Male Artist of the Year from the Academy of Country Music and recently released an album called 'The Storyteller.' Popular 2000s country artist loses younger brother in Texas floods Country singer 'in a bit of shock' after losing 2 family members on same day Legendary classic rock band cancels penultimate ever gig because of illness R&B icon slams 'misconception' she's 'too important to care' about being late Pop band's lead guitarist almost lost all his money after group's breakup Read the original article on MassLive.
Fox News
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Rising country star cancels multiple shows to grieve after facing misdemeanor charge in deadly Nashville crash
In the wake of a tragic accident that left a 77-year-old woman dead, rising country music star Conner Smith has been issued a misdemeanor citation for failure to yield, resulting in a fatality. The 24-year-old artist, who was behind the wheel during the deadly Nashville crash in June, took to social media to break his silence as he grieved and mourned the loss of Dorothy Dobbins. "Four weeks ago, I was involved in a tragic vehicle accident that resulted in the loss of a life," Smith penned in an Instagram post on July 11. "Not a day has gone by that I haven't grieved, prayed, and mourned for Ms. Dobbins and her family." The "Creek Will Rise" singer leaned on his faith as he expressed the emotional toll of the accident. "My heart is broken in a way I've never experienced, and I still struggle to fully process the weight of it all," he wrote. "I ask that you continue to lift the Dobbins family up in prayer by name, asking for God's peace to surround them each day." In the aftermath of the accident, Smith made the decision to cancel multiple shows in Ohio. He explained that he needed time to grieve and focus on his emotional well-being. While he pointed out that performing has often served as a source of healing for him, he acknowledged that this moment required him to take a step back. "Out of respect for everyone involved and to give space for grieving, I made the decision to step away from shows these past few weeks. I have always found that making music and playing shows is a place of healing for me – but for this moment, it was important for me to take time away. Smith, who has been open about his faith and how it's shaped his response to the tragedy, continued to reflect on how God's presence has helped him through this difficult time. "I'm thankful to serve a God who is near to the brokenhearted, and I have leaned on Him every step of the way," Smith wrote. "Through tragedy, I have learned that God is more faithful than I could have ever known before." The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) issued Smith a misdemeanor citation Thursday for failure to yield, resulting in a fatality. Smith's attorney released a statement to Fox News Digital, expressing the country singer's deep gratitude for the MNPD's careful investigation. The statement additionally highlighted Smith's ongoing commitment to supporting Dobbins' family while working to prevent future tragedies. "Conner is incredibly grateful to the MNPD for their time and efforts to carefully investigate this tragic accident and has continued to cooperate at all times," the statement read. "His thoughts remain with Ms. Dobbins' family, and he remains committed to honoring her memory with compassion by supporting efforts to improve pedestrian safety and help prevent future tragedies." Last month, Smith struck and killed Dobbins, who was crossing the street near her home when the incident occurred. He was driving a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck when he hit the elderly woman as she was crossing the street in downtown Nashville, according to a press release shared by the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department at the time. Dobbins was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she died.
