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Tributes & Remembrance

Tributes to the country stars we have lost, memorial performances, and artists honoring the people who shaped them.

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Scotty McCreery Delivered A Seamless Medley Of Country Songs At The Opry In Honor Of His Idols

Scotty McCreery dropped by the Grand Ole Opry in 2017 and paid tribute to heaps of his idols with an impeccable mix of classic tracks.

Legendary Cowboy And Longtime Horse Trainer Buster Welch Died At Age 94

The death of Buster Welch came months after a new generation got to know him following his appearance on an episode of Yellowstone Season 4.

Randy Owen’s Mother Has Passed Away; Alabama’s Weekend Concerts Have Been Rescheduled

The lead singer of Alabama, Randy Owen, is grieving over the death of his mother, Martha Alice Teague Owen – who died on the morning of June 2, 2022.

Remembering The Death Of Ralph Stanley, The Younger Half Of The Stanley Brothers

On June 23, 2016, Bluegrass Hall of Famer Ralph Stanley died, after a long battle with skin cancer. Still, his signature voice with its mournful sounds will live on.

Chris Young Honored Charley Pride With An Emotion-Filled Performance Of “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin'”

Chris Young made sure to honor Charley Pride with a mesmerizing, emotion-filled rendition of "Kiss An Angel Good Mornin'" during his Grand Ole Ole Opry performance.

Wynonna Judd Honors Her Promise By Releasing New Song “Other Side” After Her Mother’s Death

Last May 24, Wynonna Judd released a new song, "Other Side," in collaboration with indie artist Waxahatchee. Listen to it here.

Texas Shooting: 19 Children Among The Dead In Another Horrifying Spree Of Gun Violence 

An 18-year-old gunman opened fire at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas – killing nineteen children and two teachers.

Willie Nelson Poked Fun At Death Rumors He’s Faced In The Music Video For “Still Not Dead”

In 2017, Willie Nelson cleverly fired back at the death rumors he has faced through the years with a video for his song "Still Not Dead."

Dolly Parton Delivered a Poignant Rendition of “Sweet Music Man” In Honor of Kenny Rogers

In 2020, Dolly Parton was one of the many country icons who joined the CMT tribute for Kenny Rogers, where she honored her longtime friend with "Sweet Music Man."

Jesse Keith Whitley Is Thrilled To See His Father Honored by Country Music Hall Of Fame 

Jesse Keith Whitley – Keith Whitley's namesake and only son – took to social media to express how thrilled he is seeing his father inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame.

Details For Mickey Gilley’s Memorial Plans Announced

Memorial plans for the late country singer and pioneer of the Urban Cowboy movement, Mickey Gilley, have been announced. Catch all the details here.

Maggie Peterson of ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ Passes Away At 81

Actress Maggie Peterson who played Charlene Darling in the comedy TV series “The Andy Griffith Show,” passed away last May 15.

Whey Jennings And Jenni Eddy Jennings Duet To “Storms Never Last” As Tribute To Waylon And Jessi

Watch Waylon Jennings’ grandson and Jessi Colter’s daughter team up for a duet of “Storms Never Last.” The talent is definitely overflowing.

Ashley Judd Reveals The Cause of Her Mother Naomi Judd’s Death

Ashley Judd, who has been tight-lipped about the details of Naomi Judd’s death, finally broke her silence. Catch the details here.

Randy Travis Posts A Heartfelt Message For Mickey Gilley To Honor The Singer’s Death

Randy Travis shares with fans a heartfelt message for the late singer Mickey Gilley. Aside from that, he also let us in on a little ‘secret’!

Remembering The Death Of Jimmie Rodgers, The First Nationally-Known Country Music Star

On May 26, 1933, the world of country music lost the man who started it all – Jimmie Rodgers, who was regarded with great respect as the Father of Country Music.

Dolly Parton Honors Her Late Mother With A Performance Of An Unreleased Song

In 2020, Dolly Parton shared a very sentimental piece of her childhood - a song that her mama wrote down when the only thing she could do was sing.

Tune In To Naomi Judd’s Televised Public Memorial Service

The Judds fans will have a chance to celebrate the life and death of Naomi Judd this Sunday evening, May 15, on CMT. Catch the details here.

Naomi Judd’s Life Celebrated Through Performances In Private Funeral Service

Friends and family of Naomi Judds gathered in Nashville for a private funeral service that the late singer actually planned herself. Take a look.

Mike Fisher Shares Never-Before-Seen Photos Of Carrie Underwood In Honor Of Mother’s Day

Carrie Underwood's husband, Mike Fisher, often posts rare snapshots to celebrate the mama that she is in honor of Mother's Day. And we can't get enough of them!

Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town Honor The Late Naomi Judd With “Grandpa”

Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town delivered a heartfelt tribute with their performance of "Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout the Good Old Days)."

Wynonna Judd Shares Mother’s Day Tribute For Naomi With A Throwback Photo On Instagram

Wynonna Judd took to Instagram to remember her recently departed mother, Naomi Judd, with a throwback photo and short and sweet message.

Death Of “Urban Cowboy” Star And Legendary Icon Mickey Gilley Is A Sad Moment For The Country Music Community

Mickey Gilley, who was known as one of the pioneers of country music, dies at 86, and his death definitely left a hole in the community.

Remembering The Death Of June Carter Cash, Who Helped Pioneer Country Music

June Carter Cash died on May 15, 2003, at the age of 73 – with her husband, Johnny Cash, by her side. The country legend suffered complications from heart surgery.

Kid Rock And The Trews Collaborate For “Highway Of Heroes” In Honor Of Fallen Soldiers

Five years ago, Kid Rock was featured in The Trews’ “Highway of Heroes” in honor of all those who have sacrificed in service of the country.

Keith Urban Covers “Love Can Build A Bridge” As Touching Tribute To Naomi Judd

Keith Urban is the latest in the country music community to pay tribute to singer Naomi Judd with his short cover of “Love Can Build A Bridge.”

Carrie Underwood Paid Tribute To Naomi Judd At Stagecoach In An Emotional Performance

Carrie Underwood paid tribute to Naomi Judd during the Stagecoach 2022 Festival at the iconic Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, where she sang "See You Again."

Country Music Hall Of Fame Inducts The Judds As Members In A Tear-Filled Ceremony A Day After Naomi Judd’s Death

The Judds’ induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame was filled with tears as Wynonna and Ashley paid tribute to their mom Naomi Judd.

Naomi Judd Spoke Up About Her Mental Health Battle Before Her Death

Naomi Judd, one-half of the Grammy-winning duo The Judds, passed away at 76. But before her death, she bravely spoke about her mental health battle.

Death Of Legendary Singer Naomi Judd Announced A Day Before Her Country Music Hall Of Fame Induction

Country music legend Naomi Judd died April 30, 2022, near Nashville, Tennessee. This is just one day before her induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.