Blake Shelton To Host NBC’s ‘Opry 100: A Live Celebration’ Honoring The Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Anniversary
“I’m so proud to be part of this historic celebration,” Shelton shared.
Blake Shelton; Grand Ole Opry, photos by Chris Hollo
The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a new NBC special, Opry 100: A Live Celebration.
The three-hour special will be hosted by Grand Ole Opry member and country superstar, Blake Shelton, and will air on NBC on Wednesday, March 19 8-11 p.m. ET and simulcast on Peacock.
This star-studded live event will feature performances from Opry members such as Shelton, 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, and Vince Gill. Randy Travis, a beloved Opry member, will make a special appearance alongside fan favorites Amy Grant, Eric Church, Jelly Roll, and The War And Treaty. More esteemed Opry cast members and special guests will be revealed soon.
“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,” Shelton shared.
“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,” Patrick Moore, CEO of Opry Entertainment Group, added. “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.”
Since its launch in 1925, the Grand Ole Opry has delighted audiences with a mix of country superstars, emerging artists, comedians, and celebrity guests. Opry 100: A Live Celebration will spotlight unforgettable collaborations, celebrate legendary Opry moments, and include exclusive digital content honoring the artists, fans, and songs that embody country music.The broadcast will feature performances from the Grand Ole Opry House and the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, affectionately known as the Mother Church of Country Music and the Opry’s most iconic former home.
A limited number of tickets will go on sale Friday, January 31 at 10 am CT at www.opry.com.
Opry 100: A Live Celebration 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.
“It’s a true privilege to be a part of celebrating 100 years of the Grand Ole Opry, an iconic stage that has welcomed so many legendary artists who’ve shaped the heart of country music,” Silent House Productions’ President Mark Bracco said. “We’re humbled and honored to help bring this historic moment to life, paying tribute to the voices and stories that have made the Opry an enduring symbol of musical history.”
Lauren Jo Black, a University of Central Florida graduate, has immersed herself in the world of country music for over 15 years. In 2008, she co-founded CountryMusicIsLove, eventually selling it to a major record label in 2015. Following the rebranding of the website to Sounds Like Nashville, Black served as Editor-in-Chief for two and a half years. Currently, she assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief at Country Now and oversees Country Now’s content and digital footprint. Her extensive experience also encompasses her previous role as a Country Music Expert Writer for Answers.com and her work being featured on Forbes.com. She’s been spotlighted among Country Aircheck’s Women of Influence and received the 2012 Rising Star Award from the University of Central Florida. Black also spent time in front of the camera as host of Country Now Live, which brought live music directly to fans in 2021 when the majority of concerts were halted due to the pandemic. During this time, she hosted 24 weeks of live concerts via Country Now Live on Twitch with special guests such as Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Jordan Davis, Brett Young, and Jon Pardi. Over the course of her career, she has had the privilege of conducting interviews with some of the industry’s most prominent stars, including Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, and many others. Lauren Jo Black is a longtime member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.
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