Blake Shelton To Host Grand Ole Opry 100th Anniversary Special On NBC
Blake Shelton at "CMT Giants: Alabama" held on January 17, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by ... [+] Derrek Kupish/Variety via Getty Images)
Variety via Getty ImagesThe legendary Grand Ole Opry, “country’s most famous stage,” will be the focus of the upcoming NBC special Opry 100: A Live Celebration. Hosted by Blake Shelton, it will be broadcast on Wednesday, March 19 from 8-11 p.m. ET and simulcast on Peacock.
Founded in Nashville in 1925 and now the longest-running live broadcast show in the world, the Grand Ole Opry offers a mix of country, bluegrass, Americana, folk, and gospel music as well as comedic performances and skits.
NASHVILLE, TN - 2000: Country music singer Alan Jackson performs at the Grand Ole Opry in ... [+] Nashville, Tennessee, in 2000, during the Opry's 75th anniversary. (Photo by Robert Alexander/Archive Photos/Getty Images)
Getty ImagesIn addition to Blake Shelton, the roster of featured performances includes Ashley McBryde, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Clint Black, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Luke Combs, Marty Stuart, Reba McEntire, Trace Adkins, Trisha Yearwood, Vince Gill, Randy Travis, Amy Grant, Eric Church, and Jelly Roll.
"Becoming a member of the Opry is a highlight of my life and career, and 15 years later I still get that same feeling of reverence and excitement every time I walk out on that stage. The Grand Ole Opry has been connecting the country music family for 100 years, and I'm so proud to be part of this historic celebration," said Blake Shelton in a statement.
Opry 100: A Live Celebration will feature performances from the Grand Ole Opry House and Nashville's Ryman Auditorium, the Mother Church of Country Music and the Opry's most famous former home.
"We're pleased to partner with our Grand Ole Opry members to create a truly unforgettable evening as we kick off the Opry's 100th year," said Patrick Moore, CEO of Opry Entertainment Group in a statement. "This special night of programming will connect millions of country music fans to the magic of the Opry, and we hope it inspires them to join us in Nashville as we celebrate this milestone all year long."
The telecast will be executive produced by Silent House Productions' Emmy Award winners Baz Halpin, Mark Bracco and Linda Gierahn, along with R.A. Clark and Steve Buchanan.