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Carrie Underwood Moves Audience at Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Anniversary
Carrie Underwood delivered a heartfelt performance at the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th anniversary celebration on Wednesday evening.
The event, titled “Opry 100: A Live Celebration,” was a tribute to country music icon Randy Travis, who notably inducted Underwood as a member of the Opry 17 years ago in 2008.
Underwood began her tribute by recalling her childhood memories, specifically how her sister owned a cassette tape of Travis’ music. She humorously shared that once she borrowed it, she “never” returned it.
Carrie Underwood was welcomed into the Grand Ole Opry by Randy Travis back in 2008. (Photo by Rick Diamond/WireImage)
Tragically, in 2013, Travis suffered a stroke that severely impacted his ability to perform.
Emotional Performances
At the centennial celebration, Underwood honored Travis by performing two of his most beloved songs, “Three Wooden Crosses” and “Forever and Ever, Amen.” The highlight of the night came towards the end of “Forever and Ever, Amen,” when Underwood walked into the audience, handed Travis the microphone, and invited him to sing the closing “Amen,” a moment that moved many audience members to tears.
“Randy Travis everybody,” Underwood announced, embracing the country legend. This provoked a standing ovation from the audience, reflecting the profound respect and affection held for both artists.
Audience reactions flooded social media, with one user expressing their emotions by tweeting, “IM NOT CRYING YOU ARE,” alongside a clip of the touching moment.
Another fan shared their sentiments after hearing “Three Wooden Crosses,” stating, “I was NOT ready,” posting crying emojis to illustrate their feelings.
Celebration and Nostalgia
A user remarked, “Wow. Tears everywhere as Randy Travis closes with Carrie Underwood,” highlighting the emotional impact of the performance.
The Grand Ole Opry itself commemorated the occasion, posting a memory of Travis inducting Underwood into the Opry family in 2008, showcasing the legacy of their relationship.
Underwood, who gained fame after winning “American Idol” in 2005, launched her debut album “Some Hearts” that same year, featuring the hit “Before He Cheats.” Her career has continued to flourish, solidifying her status in the country music genre.
Event Highlights
Hosted by country superstar Blake Shelton, the “Opry 100: A Live Celebration” aired live on NBC. Shelton and fellow artist Gwen Stefani were among the attendees at the Nashville event.
The Grand Ole Opry officially celebrates its 100th anniversary this November, and events commemorating this milestone are planned to unfold throughout the year.
Underwood’s elegant appearance at the celebration featured a striking one-shoulder black gown, accented by a sheer bottom and a dramatic train, complemented by eye-catching earrings.
Additional performances at the ceremony included notable artists such as Jelly Roll, Reba McEntire, Post Malone, Trace Adkins, Lainey Wilson, and Kelsea Ballerini, showcasing the diverse talent within the country music community.
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