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Express Tribune
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Carrie Underwood honours Randy Travis at Opry 100 with heartfelt tribute
Carrie Underwood left country music fans in tears with a deeply emotional performance during Opry 100: A Live Celebration at the Grand Ole Opry's Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. The 42-year-old music icon paid tribute to her longtime mentor Randy Travis with a heartfelt medley of his classic hits. Underwood sang "Three Wooden Crosses" and "Forever and Ever, Amen," moving the audience with her soaring soprano. The performance reached its emotional peak when she walked into the crowd and handed the microphone to Travis, 65, for the final "Amen." Despite his limited speech due to aphasia following a 2013 stroke, Travis delivered the last word with a smile, sparking a standing ovation and emotional reactions across the venue. The touching moment honoured a nearly two-decade-long connection between the two Grammy-winning artists. In 2008, it was Travis who inducted Underwood into the Grand Ole Opry, welcoming her into the revered country music family. On this night, the student gave back to the teacher. Social media lit up with praise from fans. 'I'm not crying, you are!' wrote one user, sharing the clip of Travis's appearance. Others described the tribute as 'beautiful,' and 'sweet.' Oh man I turned the opry 100 show on just in time for @carrieunderwood to sing Randy Travis 😮💨😮💨😮💨😮💨😮💨 My pregnant ass can't 😭 — ✨Paige✨ (@paigesuriano) March 20, 2025 Carrie underwood just crushed it at the Grand Ol — Peter (@PETE90X1993) March 20, 2025 Omg I was literally bawling!! So sweet! Loved Randy Travis' voice. It was so unique & beautiful! 😢🩵😊 — TK (@Tamaraincanada) March 20, 2025 Omg! That is the sweetest thing I've ever seen!!! Randy Travis lit up with joy and was so happy to sing the final 'amen'!!! I'm a puddle over here!!! — 🇺🇸 ☀ Crystal Powell ☀ 🇺🇸 (@Sunshine7978) March 20, 2025 Underwood, who stunned in a black and gold gown by stylists Courtney Webster and Marina Toybina, was joined by husband Mike Fisher at the event. The couple, who have been married for 14 years, share two sons and continue to support each other's careers on and off the stage. Carrie's tribute not only celebrated Travis's legacy but also spotlighted the enduring bond between generations of country music artists. It was a moment that reminded everyone of the genre's emotional depth and the power of musical mentorship.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher Make Rare Red Carpet Appearance for Opry 100
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The Opry is celebrating its 100th anniversary, and the biggest stars of country music came out for the special occasion. Blake Shelton hosted the event, and celebrities like Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood, and Lainey Wilson took the stage to perform. But before the main event, the celebrities walked the red carpet. Carrie Underwood, who has had a full schedule with the new season of American Idol and her Las Vegas residency (not to mention tending to the animals on her farm), stepped out for the occasion. Carrie is no stranger to the red carpet, but this time she brought a special guest: Her husband Mike Fisher! Carrie and Mike have been married for almost 15 years, but the former professional hockey star does not often accompany Carrie on the red carpet. In fact, their last appearance was for the CMA Awards back in 2022. She was asked about her husband's whereabouts at the 2023 CMT Awards, and Carrie said, "My husband's got the kiddos. He's always holding down the fort while I'm out doing stuff like this." But the couple made it a date night for the Opry milestone! During the broadcast, Carrie took the stage to perform a tribute to country music icon Randy Travis, who invited Carrie to become a member of the Opry 17 years ago. Randy suffered a stroke in 2013 and has since suffered from aphasia. Carrie sang "Three Wooden Crosses" and "Forever and Ever, Amen" and finished the performance by joining Randy in the crowd, where he sang the final "Amen" and received a standing ovation. Carrie told the audience that she borrowed her sister's Randy Travis cassette tapes when they were kids. She said, "From the first time I heard him sing—his traditional country voice and those songs,—I knew my sister wasn't getting those tapes back. The first time I met him, I cried. I never could've imagined that I'd be recording songs with him, or that Randy would become my good friend." If you missed any of Opry 100: A Live Celebration, you can stream it on Peacock. You Might Also Like 70 Impressive Tiny Houses That Maximize Function and Style 30+ Paint Colors That Will Instantly Transform Your Kitchen
Fox News
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Carrie Underwood's tribute to Randy Travis moves Grand Ole Opry audience to tears
Carrie Underwood moved the crowd at the 100th anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry on Wednesday night. Underwood took the stage at the event, titled Opry 100: A Live Celebration, to honor Randy Travis, who welcomed her to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry 17 years ago in 2008. Underwood kicked off her tribute to Travis by sharing a story about her childhood. She said that her sister had a cassette tape of Travis' and once she got her hands on it, she "never" gave it back to her. Five years after that, Travis had a stroke that made him nearly unable to sing. On Wednesday night, Underwood performed Travis' "Three Wooden Crosses" and "Forever and Ever, Amen." At the end of "Forever and Ever, Amen," Underwood walked over to Travis in the crowd and gave him the microphone to sing the closing, "Amen," which moved the crowd to tears. "Randy Travis everybody." "Randy Travis everybody," Underwood said, before hugging the country music legend. The crowd immediately stood to their feet and gave Underwood and Travis a standing ovation. Fans took to social media to weigh in on the moving performance. "IM NOT CRYING YOU ARE," one user wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter, while including a clip of Underwood and Travis' moment. "THREE WOODEN CROSSES. I was NOT ready," another user wrote, adding crying emojis. A third added, "Wow . Tears everywhere as Randy Travis closes with Carrie Underwood." The Grand Ole Opry shared a post about Travis inducting Underwood into the family 17 years ago. "We'll never forget the moment Randy invited Carrie into the family," the account wrote, including a photo from 2008. Underwood rose to fame after winning "American Idol" in 2005. Her debut album, "Some Hearts," was released that same year and included the hit "Before He Cheats." Country superstar Blake Shelton hosted the event, titled the "Opry 100: A Live Celebration," on March 19, airing on NBC. The official 100th anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry is in November, and the country music house will be celebrating all year long. Underwood attended the country music ceremony in a lavish, one-shoulder black gown. The bottom of the dress was sheer and had a dramatic train. The country music legend accessorized her look with a pair of statement earrings. The country music ceremony also included performances by Jelly Roll, Reba McEntire, Post Malone, Trace Adkins, Lainey Wilson and Kelsea Ballerini.
