WATCH: The “Opry 100” Celebration’s Stunning Final Performance You Didn’t See on TV!
The Grand Ole Opry has been the heart of country music for a century, bringing together the genre’s biggest stars for unforgettable performances. To mark its 100th anniversary, the Opry stage hosted a legendary celebration featuring some of today’s top country artists, making it a night that will go down in history.
A Star-Studded Lineup
The Opry 100 celebration was packed with powerhouse performances from country legends and modern icons alike. The star-studded lineup included:
Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Dierks Bentley, Randy Travis, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, The War & Treaty, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Clint Black, Trace Adkins, Marty Stuart, Alan Jackson, Post Malone, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Yolanda Adams, Ricky Skaggs, Terri Clark, Steven Curtis Chapman, and Jamey Johnson.
Luke Combs Takes the Stage
Among the standout performances of the night was Luke Combs’ electrifying rendition of his hit song “Hurricane.” The country superstar captivated the audience with his passionate delivery, making it one of the highlights of the evening. Watch his performance below!
Blake Shelton Hosts an Unforgettable Show
As the host of Opry 100, Blake Shelton not only kept the show rolling but also took part in an exciting ’90s country mashup. Teaming up with Trace Adkins and Clint Black, Shelton delivered a high-energy tribute featuring “Pickup Man,” “Nothin’ but the Taillights,” and “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing.” It was a true party jam that had the audience singing along.
A Grand Finale You Didn’t See on TV
While the televised event featured an emotional tribute to Randy Travis by Carrie Underwood and a thrilling collaboration between Post Malone and Travis Tritt, there was one special moment that wasn’t aired.
To close out the night, over 50 Grand Ole Opry members gathered on stage for a moving performance of Dolly Parton’s iconic song, “I Will Always Love You.” Led by Lady A’s Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott, and Dave Haywood, with vocal contributions from Reba McEntire and Carrie Underwood, the tribute left the audience in awe.
But the celebration didn’t end there.
For those lucky enough to be in attendance, the artists remained on stage for an exclusive encore performance of “Will the Circle Be Unbroken.” This emotional rendition brought together generations of country music stars in a powerful tribute to the legacy of the Opry.
Watch the Full Celebration
Though not all performances made it to the broadcast, you can now stream the entire Opry 100 celebration on Peacock. A portion of the final, unseen performance has also been shared by Country Rebel on social media.
This once-in-a-lifetime event was a true testament to the impact of the Grand Ole Opry and its influence on country music. Did you catch the show? Let us know your favorite performance in the comments!
