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Carrie Underwood Celebrates Five Years as Grand Ole Opry Member

Megan Pacella — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:19:15 +0000

At just 30 years old, it's hard to believe that Carrie Underwood has already been a member of the Grand Ole Opry for five years. The Grammy-winning country singer celebrated her anniversary on Friday (June 7) by closing out the first of two performances on the infamous Opry stage with a special segment.

George Jones to Be Honored Through Future Monument, His Wife Announces

Christina Vinson — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 20:00:54 +0000

The late George Jones was a legend in country music, and his impact on the genre will live on in more ways than one. Soon, a monument will be constructed for Jones at Woodlawn Cemetery, where he is buried. In anticipation of devoted fans who will be paying their respects at his graveside — especially those who [...]

'All in the Family' Star Jean Stapleton Dies

Stephanie McMaster — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 21:41:48 +0000

Jean Stapleton, who was best known for her role as Edith -- the wife of Archie Bunker -- in "All in the Family" died on Friday at the age of 90, the LA Times reported.

Sheryl Crow Announces Debut Country Album, 'Feels Like Home'

Christina Vinson — Wed, 29 May 2013 20:00:34 +0000

Sheryl Crow has sold over 35 million records worldwide, and she’s poised to add to that number this fall with her first-ever country music album, ‘Feels Like Home.’ It’s been twenty years since the release of Crow’s first album, ‘Tuesday Night Music Club,’ and she is taking a new direction with ‘Feels Like Home.’ Not [...]

Kenny Chesney Named Hottest Guy of 2013 by People Country

Christina Vinson — Tue, 28 May 2013 22:00:06 +0000

Not only does Kenny Chesney have a huge heart and a pretty sizable bank account to match, but he also has good looks to add to his resume. Not just good looks, but really good looks -- he's recently been named the Hottest Guy of 2013 by People Country.

Blake Shelton 'Healing in the Heartland' Benefit Show Sells Out in 30 Seconds

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 25 May 2013 16:08:53 +0000

Thirty seconds. That’s all that Blake Shelton and friends needed to sell out their upcoming ‘Healing in the Heartland’ benefit show, which was designed to help the victims of the tornado that ripped through Shelton’s native Oklahoma on Monday, May 20. Shelton announced plans to do a benefit gig on Tuesday, May 21. By Friday, [...]

Kenny Chesney Brings Music to Alzheimer's Patients

Christina Vinson — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:00:34 +0000

'Pirate Flag' singer Kenny Chesney is known for his big-hearted kindness, as portrayed by his generosity to Boston and his support of grieving Newton families. Now, he's helping 'spread the love' in another impacting way, teaming up with non-profit organization Music and Memory to help bring music to Alzheimer's disease and dementia patients.

Willie Nelson Gives Big to Devastated West, Texas Area Following Explosion

Christina Vinson — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:30:43 +0000

Willie Nelson has made a lasting and memorable contribution to country music, solidifying his status as an icon. At 80, he continues to make himself known — not only in music, but also as a kind heart. The singer recently turned his birthday bash into a benefit for the victims of last month’s West, Texas fertilizer [...]

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Shares First Photo of Newborn Son Magnus

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:30:39 +0000

Sunday was the first Mother's Day for Sugarland singer Jennifer Nettles. She celebrated the holiday with another big first -- she debuted her son Magnus Hamilton Miller, born Dec. 6, 2012.

Carrie Underwood Announced as New 'Sunday Night Football' Opening Singer

Billy Dukes — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:23:09 +0000

Carrie Underwood has been announced as the Faith Hill's replacement to sing the introduction to NBC's 'Sunday Night Football' broadcast this fall. The country superstar will sing the weekly introduction to the broadcast, beginning with the Sept. 8 matchup between the N.Y. Giants and Dallas Cowboys.

Jason Aldean Issues a Statement About His Divorce

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:31:02 +0000

Just hours after the news broke that country superstar Jason Aldean and his wife Jessica Ussery have decided to divorce after 12 years of marriage, the singer has issued a statement. It was revealed that Aldean filed for divorce in Williamson Country in Tennessee on Friday (April 26), just one day after reports surfaced that [...]

George Jones' Cause of Death Revealed

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:00:21 +0000

The legendary George Jones passed away last Friday (April 26) at the age of 81, leaving behind a towering musical legacy of more than five decades. Now, the iconic entertainer’s cause of death has been revealed. Medical Daily reports that Jones died of hypoxic respiratory failure, a condition that occurs when there is too little [...]

Jason Aldean and His Wife Jessica Reportedly Separate

Billy Dukes — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:47:04 +0000

Jason Aldean and his wife Jessica Ussery have reportedly separated, less than one year after the singer was caught kissing Charlotte Bobcats dancer and former 'American Idol' singer Brittany Kerr. Ussery didn't attend the ACM Awards in Las Vegas earlier this month. Sources indicate the split may have happened as early as January.

Billy Currington Turns Himself in to Police

Billy Dukes — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 22:09:23 +0000

Billy Currington has turned himself into police after a bench warrant was issued for his arrest on Wednesday. The singer was indicted by a grand jury on terroristic threats and abuse of an elder charges stemming from an April 15 incident. He was not arrested at the time.

Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw + Taylor Swift Among People's Most Beautiful

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:30:01 +0000

People magazine has issued a preview of its upcoming yearly Most Beautiful People list, and this year's roundup includes several of country's top stars. Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift were all named to the list in 2013. The magazine asked each of the stars to explain what they've learned about themselves that makes them feel beautiful.

Dierks Bentley and Wife Expecting Third Child

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:42:08 +0000

Dierks Bentley issued a very important tweet to let his friends, fans and followers know that he and his wife Cassidy Black are expanding their family. They are expecting their third child. The baby is due in the fall and the singer even used a little football metaphor to reveal the good news. He tweets: [...]

Clay Walker Dishes on His Wife's Pregnancy Cravings

Megan Pacella — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:26:51 +0000

We’ve all heard tall tales about women’s pregnancy cravings, but in some cases those stories aren’t embellished. Clay Walker recently admitted in an interview that he came in between his wife and one of her cravings — and he definitely regrets that decision. “She’s having Thin Mints on the couch the other night,” he told [...]

Kree Harrison Lands in the Bottom Two on 'American Idol' This Week

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 01:11:47 +0000

In an astonishing reversal of fortune, standout singer Kree Harrison landed in the bottom two on 'American Idol' on the results show Thursday night (April 18), narrowly avoiding having to sing for her life after the votes from Wednesday night's performances were tallied.

Legendary Broadcaster Pat Summerall Dead at 82

Danny Merrell — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:47:50 +0000

Pat Summerall, who for nearly 4 decades called professional sports on TV and radio, died earlier today at the age of 82. A specific cause of death was not immediately available.

Original "Mouseketeer" Annette Funicello Dead at 70

Jacob Hall — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 19:02:04 +0000

Annette Funicello, best known as one of the original “Mouseketeers” on Walt Disney’s ‘Mickey Mouse Club’ has passed away at the age of 70. Funicello was twelve years old when she was selected by Disney himself to be a part of his iconic children’s variety show when it launched in 1955. Her dance background immediately made her [...]