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Epoch Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Epoch Times
Country Singer Conner Smith Returns to Stage Following Deadly Nashville Crash
Country music artist Conner Smith made his return to the stage on July 31, nearly two months after he was involved in a fatal car accident that resulted in the death of a 77-year-old woman in Nashville. The 24-year-old singer-songwriter, known for songs such as 'Take It Slow' and 'Creek Will Rise,' performed at the Grand Ole Opry in what he called a deeply personal and faith-centered evening. Smith addressed the audience directly, sharing how the experience has shaped his perspective.
New York Post
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Country singer Conner Smith returns to the stage after tragic crash that killed elderly woman
Country music artist Conner Smith returned to the stage for the first time since a tragic car accident in June that left an elderly woman dead. His performance marked a deeply emotional and faith-filled night at the Grand Ole Opry. Sources close to Smith exclusively shared a video with Fox News Digital that showed the singer addressing the crowd, and opening up about the aftermath of the accident. Advertisement 'I've found in the darkest of moments, the Lord is so much closer than ever before. He was better than I could ever imagine every step of the way,' Smith said. The 24-year-old singer-songwriter, known for hits like 'Take It Slow' and 'Creek Will Rise,' had canceled multiple performances over the past two months as he grieved and stepped back from the spotlight. Now, in what he calls a 'second chance,' Smith returned to the stage. Before he stepped onstage, Smith addressed fans directly with a heartfelt post on his blog post titled 'The First Step.' Advertisement He candidly opened up about the emotional aftermath of the fatal crash and the private journey he's been on since then. 'The moment tragedy came, I knew that my heart had no way to process it,' Smith wrote on Substack. 'Surrounded by an incredible community, my wife, family, friends, pastors, for the first 30 days, I stayed isolated from the world. I spent most of my time with friends who had stopped by the house, or just me and Jesus. I turned off my phone, and the world, and simply guarded my mind, processing the pain with the people around me.' 3 Conner Smith performs onstage at the New Faces of Country Music Dinner during CRS 2024 at Omni Nashville Hotel on March 01, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. Getty Images 3 Smith performs during Big Machine Label Group x CMA Fest 2025 at Lainey Wilson's Bell Bottoms Up on June 07, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. Getty Images for Big Machine Label Group Advertisement During his performance at the Grand Ole Opry, Smith was introduced by fellow Christian artist Steven Curtis Chapman and performed a set filled with emotion and worship, debuting a personal new song titled 'Songs of David,' which he described as a 'version of a prayer' he'd been writing over the past two months. Smith's heartfelt performance comes after he made the decision to cancel multiple shows in the wake of the accident. He explained at the time 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. 3 Smith performs on the Chevy Riverfront stage during day three of CMA Fest 2025 at Riverfront Park on June 7, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. Getty Images Advertisement '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.' In June, Smith was behind the wheel during the deadly Nashville crash that left a 77-year-old woman dead. Earlier this month, Smith was issued a misdemeanor citation for failure to yield, resulting in a fatality. The rising country star 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 Irish Sun
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Huge rapper CANCELS all of his gigs for 2025 in emotional post as he reveals secret health battle
ONE of Britain's biggest rappers has cancelled all upcoming gigs and any public events for the rest of the year to focus on his mental health. Advertisement 3 Rapper Bru-C has cancelled all of his gigs for 2025 Credit: Instagram 3 The rapper shared in an emotional post that he was struggling with his mental health Credit: Instagram The hip hop star said, "I was really hoping I wouldn't have to" announce his need to cancel all live shows, including his Glastonbury set, for the rest of 2025. "I'm really sorry to announce I'm going to have to cancel all my upcoming show commitments for 2025/the foreseeable future," he wrote. "Many of you know I've been struggling with mental health issues for some time now and I've tried my best to bury things and keep my life and career moving forward." Bru-C explained that what he'd been going through "has got gradually worse over the last few years and I need to take another step back to try and get back to kind of stable place in my life." Advertisement music He added that it was that "last thing" he wanted to do to let down fans but he needed to take the time to take get his life "back on track." "I know a lot of people will have spent hard earned money to come out to the shows I'm booked at, and I really am sorry for the impact of this decision will have on you all," the rapper continued. "I hope you understand I have to prioritise my own mental and physical health." Bru-C continued: "I want you to know I'm seeking the right help and support, and I take none of this for granted. I just want to be better, when that will be I don't know." Advertisement Most read in Showbiz He concluded by "sending love to anyone... who's struggling right now, don't give up." Other hip hop stars reacted to Bru-C's message with their own words of support. The 15 signs a loved one is struggling with their mental health - and how to help "Brother the tunes you have are timeless. The main stage will always be ready for you! Go well king!" wrote rapper Gardna in the comments section. DJ and musician, Example added: "Take your time man. Focus on yourself. Mad respect for this post. Hopefully it helps others. Love ya x" Advertisement Toddla T, a producer and singer commented: "we love you bro. a show is a show. they aint going anywhere .. you can enter the stage again in the future if u choose.. heal up and come back match fit just like when a baller mash up his ankle… take as long as you need." Help for mental health If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support. The following are free to contact and confidential: Samaritans, CALM (the leading movement against suicide in men) Papyrus (prevention of young suicide) Shout (for support of all mental health) Mind, Rethink Mental Illness, Heads Together, Bru-C, 33, has been recording and releasing music since 2014, notching up street anthems and boasting huge collaborations with Skepsis on 'Most High' and 'Take It Slow', 'Hide The Ting' with Darkzy & Window Kid, 'What's Going On' with Darkzy, 'Don't Wanna Know' (feat. Hadean), 'Weekend Boys' with Window Kid, Jamie Duggan & Booda, and popular drum & bass single 'Wagwarn' featuring Bassboy. The rapper released his debut album, Original Sounds, in 2019 and two years later signed with Jay-Z's record label, Def Jam. "It began in Nottingham, where I'm from around 2010, after a few years writing grime and trying to get noticed in rap battles, street battles etc," he told The Sun in 2019. Advertisement "Then when my son was born in 2012, I stepped back from the game to earn money working in a clothes shop as well as being a plasterer to help support him, before ending up even deeper into it with a career as a MC and vocalist on the rave scene and doing some events with Flex Records featuring dubstep and bassline." 3 Bru-C was due to play the Arcadia stage at Glastonbury this year Credit: Getty Advertisement
The Star
12-06-2025
- The Star
Country singer Conner Smith fatally hit pedestrian with truck
Country musician Conner Smith (pic) fatally hit a pedestrian while driving his truck in Nashville over the weekend, and he currently faces no charges as an investigation continues, police said. Metro Nashville Police said Smith, 24, hit Dorothy Dobbins, 77, Sunday evening while she was crossing the road inside a marked crosswalk. Dobbins, a retired attorney, later died at a hospital. The Tennessee Bar Association posted on its website that Dobbins had been out walking her dog when she was hit. Police say Smith showed no signs of impairment. They believe the "preliminary contributing factor' appears to be that Smith did not yield the right of way to the pedestrian. Smith's attorney, Worrick Robinson, said his client is cooperating with the investigation. "His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins' family during this incredibly difficult time," Robinson said in a statement. Dobbins was a leader in the city's legal aid and family law communities, where she practiced for over 40 years, according to posts by the Bar Association and the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands. She played a "foundational role in opening Nashville's first domestic violence shelter,' according to a Facebook post from the Legal Aid Society, and she wrote the state's first order of protection legislation. Smith was a 2024 new male artiste of the year nominee at the Academy of Country Music Awards. He released his first full-length album, Smoky Mountains , in 2024. The Nashville native has had gold-certified hits with Take It Slow and Creek Will Rise, according to his label, Big Machine. Smith had performed at Nashville's CMA Fest over the weekend. – AP
