NBC’s Opry 100: A Live Celebration brought some of country music’s hottest stars together for a night of unforgettable performances. The star-studded concert happened at the historic Nashville concert hall and lasted for three wholesome hours. It commemorated a century of country music heritage and the visionaries who made it happen.
Blake Shelton hosted the event, which featured performances by Carrie Underwood, Post Malone, Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Kelsea Ballerini, and more. Every artist appeared to pay tribute to the Grand Ole Opry’s remarkable legacy, performing a mix of classic favorites and contemporary favorites. As the night went on there was one moment that stood out for everyone.
Reba McEntire honors country queens at the Grand Ole Opry
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Reba McEntire kicked off the evening with a powerful tribute to her musical heroes, Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn. Stepping onto the stage, she silenced the crowd with an acappella rendition of “Cline’s Sweet Dreams (Of You)”.
Taking a moment to savor the moment, McEntire talked about how much she appreciated being included in the milestone event. She gave credit to Cline and Lynn for opening the door for her own career. Following her first performance, McEntire transitioned smoothly into another performance of “You Ain’t Woman Enough”, one of Lynn’s biggest hits.
Fans respond to Reba McEntire’s performance
McEntire’s performance stole the hearts of the audience, with fans also praising her work on Instagram. One fan admitted that they were floored, thanking her for a beautiful tribute to two wonderful women. …the duet of Georgia with Trisha. Absolutely perfection!” they gushed. Another fan referred to it as a knockout performance.
The nostalgic moment had other people thinking about how significant the history of the Grand Ole Opry is. “Loved this whole show… the memories were awesome…,” someone cheered. Another person was grateful to have heard McEntire singing the classic “Sweet Dreams” again.