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Vince Gill
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Vince Gill is a singer from Norman, Oklahoma, known for "When I Call Your Name" and "Go Rest High on That Mountain." He was named CMA Entertainer of the Year in 1993 and 1994, and he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007.

Born
April 12, 1957
Hometown
Norman, Oklahoma
Grand Ole Opry
Member since 1991

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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.

Lainey Wilson Joins Musical Legend Vince Gill in Honoring Dolly Parton at Opry Goes Dolly

Lainey Wilson and Vince Gill teamed up at Opry Goes Dolly for a powerhouse tribute to Dolly Parton that had the crowd on its feet and feeling every note.

Dolly Parton Says She Won’t Attend Her 80th Birthday Celebration at the Grand Ole Opry

Dolly Parton will miss her 80th birthday bash at the Grand Ole Opry, but the country queen is still sending love as fans celebrate with music, Dolly-themed fun, and a whole lot of sparkle in her honor.

Taylor Swift Joined Vince Gill at the CMAs 12 Years Ago and Earned Newfound Respect From Country Fans

Twelve years ago at the CMAs, Taylor Swift stunned country fans with a stripped-down version of "Red" alongside Vince Gill and Alison Krauss, earning newfound respect and silencing the doubters.

George Strait’s Rare CMA Appearance Honored Vince Gill as He Accepted the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award

George Strait made a rare CMA appearance to honor Vince Gill, who accepted the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award with heart, humor, and history.

Vince Gill Set to Receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 CMAs

Vince Gill will receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 CMA Awards, honoring his five-decade legacy of heartfelt songs, record-breaking accolades, and timeless influence on country music.

Rare Footage Shows Chris Stapleton, Vince Gill and Keith Urban Slaying “Nobody to Blame” in 2016

In rare 2016 footage from an iHeart Country event, Chris Stapleton, Vince Gill, and Keith Urban teamed up for "Nobody to Blame." One lyric slipped, but the magic did not.

Vince Gill’s Daughter Jenny Recalls the Day Her Dad Skipped His Opry Debut for a Talent Show She’ll Never Forget

Vince Gill once skipped his Grand Ole Opry debut to play guitar for his daughter's school talent show, and Jenny Gill's retelling proves why family came before fame.

Vince Gill Breaks Down in Tears Singing “Go Rest High on That Mountain” at George Jones’ Funeral

Vince Gill broke down in tears while singing "Go Rest High on That Mountain" at George Jones' funeral, delivering one of country music's most emotional tributes ever.

Vince Gill and Lainey Wilson Perform ‘Go Rest High on That Mountain’ in a Heartbreaking Emmys Tribute

Vince Gill and Lainey Wilson delivered a soul-stirring performance of "Go Rest High on That Mountain" during the Emmys In Memoriam, honoring late legends with a powerful, emotional tribute.

Vince Gill Marks 30 Years of “Go Rest High on That Mountain” With a Powerful New Extended Version

Vince Gill marks 30 years of "Go Rest High on That Mountain" with a powerful new extended version, adding a long-awaited verse that makes his timeless country ballad finally feel complete.

Vince Gill and Lainey Wilson Are About to Break Hearts With Their Emotional Emmy Tribute

Lainey Wilson and Vince Gill will perform "Go Rest High on That Mountain" during the 2025 Emmy Awards In Memoriam, delivering country's most emotional moment of the night.

Grandson Breaks Down Singing “Go Rest High on That Mountain” at His Grandad’s Funeral

A grandson's tearful graveside performance of Vince Gill's "Go Rest High on That Mountain" for his grandad has gone viral, showing the raw power of country music.

Carrie Underwood Honors Vince Gill With a Stunning Cover of “Go Rest High on That Mountain”

Carrie Underwood honored Vince Gill with a soul-shaking performance of "Go Rest High on That Mountain," leaving the country legend in tears during his CMT tribute.

Opry 100 Crowd Thought It Was Over Then 50 Country Legends Sang “Will the Circle Be Unbroken”

Opry 100 had its jaw-dropping finale when 50 country legends surprised the crowd with "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" and brought the house down in tears.

Vince Gill’s Granddaughter Everly Steals the Show with Surprise Grand Ole Opry Debut

Vince Gill's 7-year-old granddaughter Everly made her surprise Opry debut alongside him and her mom Jenny Gill, singing "Jenny Dreamed of Trains" in a touching family moment.

Chris Stapleton Sings “Whenever You Come Around” in Front of Vince Gill and Brings the House Down

Chris Stapleton delivers a stunning performance of Vince Gill's "Whenever You Come Around" during CMT Giants, turning a beloved classic into a masterclass in heartfelt tribute.

Steve Earle Stunned With Grand Ole Opry Invitation During Live Set

Steve Earle was left speechless when Vince Gill surprised him with an emotional Grand Ole Opry invitation after performing "Copperhead Road" live onstage.

Carrie Underwood and Vince Gill’s “How Great Thou Art” Still Echoes Like a Prayer

Carrie Underwood and Vince Gill's powerful duet of How Great Thou Art remains one of country music's most moving and unforgettable televised moments

10 Things About Vince Gill Even Hardcore Fans Might Not Know

Vince Gill's life offstage is full of surprises—from turning down Dire Straits to playing dive bars for fun and confronting hate with calm wit. Here's what fans rarely hear.

Vince Gill Says It’s Fine to Sit at His Shows Because “They’re All Old”

Vince Gill says it's totally fine if his fans sit through his concerts—because most of them are "old." In a recent interview, the country legend explained why comfort, not chaos, rules his shows.

Vince Gill’s Voice Trembled at the Opry as He Sang “Go Rest High” for His Mama

Vince Gill's tribute at Opry 100 made "Go Rest High on That Mountain" more than a song—it became a quiet message to the woman who shaped his life.

Vince Gill’s “The Price of Regret” Is a Timeless Call for Unity

Vince Gill's "The Price of Regret" delivers a heartfelt message about unity, compassion, and healing, proving why he remains a timeless voice in country music.

Vince Gill and Patty Loveless Honor a Classic With “After the Fire Is Gone”

Vince Gill and Patty Loveless deliver a heartfelt, modern take on Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn's "After the Fire Is Gone" at the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame.

Dolly Parton and Vince Gill’s “I Will Always Love You” Duet is Pure Country Perfection

Dolly Parton and Vince Gill's "I Will Always Love You" duet adds a fresh layer of harmony and emotion to Dolly's classic, creating a timeless country masterpiece.

Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, and Keith Urban Unite for “He Stopped Loving Her Today”

Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, and Keith Urban deliver an unforgettable rendition of George Jones' "He Stopped Loving Her Today" at the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Vince Gill and Alison Krauss’ Soulful Duet of “Tryin’ to Get Over You”

Vince Gill and Alison Krauss captivate with their emotional live duet of "Tryin' to Get Over You," blending heartfelt vocals and raw emotion in a performance that resonates deeply.

Amy Grant and Vince Gill Beat the Odds in “House of Love”

It was the recording of the video of Amy Grant's "House of Love" in 1993 that led her to meet her future husband, Vince Gill.

Vince Gill Sings His Pain in “Tryin’ to Get Over You”

Vince Gill's "Tryin' to Get Over You" became a phenomenal success and topped various music charts. Here’s why.

Vince Gill Wrote “Whenever You Come Around” For His Better Half, Amy Grant

Vince Gill revealed the heart-melting tune “Whenever You Come Around” was inspired by his first meeting with Amy Grant in 1993.

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