Carrie Underwood’s Tribute to Randy Travis During the 100th Anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry Left Viewers in ‘Tears’
Carrie Underwood performs onstage during “Opry 100: A Live Celebration” in Nashville, Tennessee, on March 19, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
Another fan was overwhelmed by the emotional tribute, saying, “Such a touching tribute to Randy Travis by Carrie Underwood… not a dry eye in the house when Randy sang, ‘Amen!'” The sentiment was echoed by someone else, “Not a dry eye in the venue or any home while watching that performance. She is such a classy woman, and Randy was just beaming! ❤️.”
Carrie Underwood performs onstage during “Opry 100: A Live Celebration” at Grand Ole Opry | Source: Getty Images
The raw emotion of the moment touched countless hearts, with one viewer recalling, “She sang his songs so great and went over and gave him a hug. Tears in everyone!s [sic] eyes. So sweet.” More people praised Underwood, “Your tribute to Randy Travis was so beautiful! The smile on his face and then ‘Amen’ I’m still tearing up. Thank you!! Awesome! Well done! 💕.”
Carrie Underwood performs onstage during “Opry 100: A Live Celebration” in Nashville, Tennessee | Source: Getty Images
The special event, “Opry 100: A Live Celebration,” carried added significance for Underwood, as Randy Travis had welcomed her into the Grand Ole Opry family 17 years ago.
Carrie Underwood is surprised by Opry Member Randy Travis when Randy invites Carrie to become a member of The Grand Ole Opry, at The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville Tennessee on March 15, 2008 | Source: Getty Images