Nashville Reporter Jimmy Carter, Who Met Elvis Twice and Interviewed Dolly Parton, Dies in His Sleep at 73
Jimmy Carter, the WSMV and WSM voice who covered Nashville's stars for decades, died in his sleep at 73. His granddaughter shared what got him up at 4 a.m.
Kyle Busch’s Son, 11, Did His Dad’s Signature Bow on Top of the No. 8 Car at His Memorial
At Kyle Busch's celebration of life, his son Brexton, 11, did a burnout in his dad's No. 8 car, then climbed on the roof and gave his father's signature bow.
Dolly Parton’s Nephew Who Announced Her Death Was Reportedly Fired From Guarding Her Properties
Bryan Seaver, who announced Dolly Parton’s death, was reportedly dismissed from guarding her properties. He accuses her estate managers of acting in bad faith.
Reba Wore Dolly Parton’s Rhinestone Earrings and Butterfly Ring During Her Emmys Tribute
Reba McEntire borrowed rhinestone earrings and a butterfly ring from Dolly Parton’s niece for her Emmys tribute, and her gown echoed Dolly’s 1983 look.
Sally Field Called Dolly Parton an Angel on Earth in Her Emmys Tribute Speech
Sally Field honored her Steel Magnolias co-star Dolly Parton at the 78th Emmy Awards, remembering her humor, humility, and the way she changed Tennessee.
Jennifer Nettles Honored the 9/11 Victims With Vince Gill’s Go Rest High on That Mountain
Jennifer Nettles performed Vince Gill's "Go Rest High on That Mountain" at the 25th Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony in New York City for the victims' families.
Budweiser’s 9/11 Tribute Aired Once During the 2002 Super Bowl and People Still Remember It
Budweiser's Clydesdale tribute to 9/11 victims aired a single time during Super Bowl XXXVI in February 2002. No dialogue, no logo until the end, and never shown again.
American Airlines Is Renumbering a Nashville Flight to 925 in Honor of Dolly Parton
American Airlines will change its daily Dallas-Fort Worth-to-Nashville flight from 1396 to 925, starting March 28, 2027, a nod to Dolly Parton's "9 to 5."
Dolly Parton Has Died at 80, and the Whole World Is Mourning the Queen of Country
Dolly Parton died Tuesday at 80 at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville after a brief battle with cancer, her family never shared publicly.
Coroner Says Hayden Panettiere’s Cause of Death Remains Pending After Autopsy
The Greenville County Coroner says Hayden Panettiere’s official cause of death remains pending after an autopsy found no signs of trauma. She was found in cardiac arrest.
Hayden Panettiere Has Died at 36 and Country Music Lost the Woman Behind Juliette Barnes
Hayden Panettiere, who played country star Juliette Barnes on Nashville for six seasons, has died at 36. Her father confirmed her passing in a statement.
Taylor Swift Got Booed When Her Tribute Video Played at Alan Jackson’s Farewell Concert
Taylor Swift's pre-recorded video tribute to Alan Jackson was met with loud boos from sections of the Nissan Stadium crowd during his farewell concert in Nashville.
Pink Tributes Flood the Arena as Rodeo Community Grieves Oaklynn Rae Domer
Pink tributes fill rodeo arenas as the community mourns 3-year-old Oaklynn Rae Domer, honoring the beloved daughter of WPRA champion Kelsie Domer with unity and heartfelt remembrance.
Rodeo World Mourns 3-Year-Old Oaklynn Rae Domer After Tragic Horse Accident
The rodeo world mourns the tragic loss of 3-year-old Oaklynn Rae Domer, daughter of WPRA champion Kelsie Domer, as arenas honor her with heartfelt pink tributes.
Wyoming Man Arrested for Allegedly Sending Death Threats to Country Singer
A Wyoming man was arrested after allegedly sending death threats to country singer Tanner Usrey ahead of a South Dakota concert, court records show.
Robert Duvall, Star of The Godfather and Tender Mercies, Dies at 95
Robert Duvall, Oscar winner for Tender Mercies and star of The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, died peacefully at 95 at his Virginia ranch.
Country Songwriter Jeffrey Steele Honors Charlie Kirk With Patriotic New Single “A Voice”
Country hitmaker Jeffrey Steele honors the late Charlie Kirk with "A Voice," a fiery new single that celebrates free speech, grit, and standing tall when the world tells you to sit down.
Jo Dee Messina Shares Sad Family News as She Mourns Her Father’s Passing
Jo Dee Messina mourns the loss of her father, Vincent Messina, with a powerful tribute video that captures their deep bond, reminding fans that no matter your age, losing a parent hits hard.
Greg Biffle’s Home Burglarized Weeks After Tragic Plane Crash That Claimed His Life and Family
Greg Biffle's home was burglarized weeks after the crash that killed him and his family, adding a cruel twist to an already heartbreaking tragedy.
Gov. Lee Proclaims January 19 as ‘Dolly Parton Day’ in Honor of Her 80th Birthday
Tennessee just made it official. Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed January 19 as Dolly Parton Day in honor of her 80th birthday, celebrating her unmatched impact on music, philanthropy, and the Volunteer State.
Wynonna Judd Remembers Bob Weir and the Incredible Thing He Did After Naomi Passed
Wynonna Judd honors Bob Weir with a heartfelt tribute, revealing how the Grateful Dead legend showed up for her after Naomi Judd's death and became more than a friend, he became family.
Kelsea Ballerini Mourns Her Dog Dibs and Calls Him the Greatest Gift of Her Life
Kelsea Ballerini says goodbye to her beloved dog Dibs after his battle with cancer and calls him her soul dog and the greatest gift of her life.
Public Memorial Announced for NASCAR’s Greg Biffle and Victims of Tragic Plane Crash
Fans will honor NASCAR legend Greg Biffle at a public memorial on January 16 following the tragic plane crash that claimed his life, his family, and close friends.
JFK’s Granddaughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, Dies at 35 After Revealing Leukemia Battle
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK and daughter of Caroline Kennedy, has died at 35 after a brave battle with leukemia. The environmental journalist and mother of two shared her journey publicly, leaving behind a powerful legacy of love, courage, and purpose.
Garth Brooks Honors KISS with Show-Stopping “Shout It Out Loud” at Kennedy Center
Garth Brooks surprised everyone at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors with a high-energy performance of KISS' "Shout It Out Loud," bringing down the house and leaving fans wondering why he did not sing for fellow honoree George Strait instead.
George Strait Gets Emotional Tribute from Country Stars at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors
George Strait received an emotional tribute at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors, with Miranda Lambert, Brooks & Dunn, and Vince Gill delivering unforgettable performances that celebrated the King of Country's legendary career.
Miranda Lambert Delivers an Emotional Rendition of ‘Run’ in Tribute to George Strait at Kennedy Center Honors
Miranda Lambert delivers a powerful tribute to George Strait with her flawless rendition of "Run" at the Kennedy Center Honors, solidifying her place as the country queen.
George Strait Declines CBS Interview for Kennedy Center Honors and Lets the Music Speak for Itself
George Strait skipped the CBS interview at the Kennedy Center Honors and let his music do the talking while country stars paid tribute during an unforgettable night.
Joe Ely, Country-Rock Trailblazer Who Defined a Generation of Texas Sound, Dies at 78
Texas country-rock legend Joe Ely has died at 78 after a powerful career that blended honky-tonk with rock and made him a touring favorite of the Clash and Rolling Stones.
Raul Malo’s Funeral Plans Have Been Announced and the Public Is Welcome to Attend
Raul Malo's funeral will be held on December 18 at the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Nashville, and the public is welcome to attend and celebrate the legendary Mavericks frontman's life and legacy.