Carrie Underwood’s Emotional Tribute to Randy Travis at the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Anniversary Had Viewers in Tears

The country singer shared a heartfelt moment with Randy Travis at the end of her tribute, making it all the more special.

Carrie Underwood delivered an emotional tribute to country legend Randy Travis during the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th-anniversary celebration on Wednesday, March 19. The heartfelt performance stirred online fans, leaving many emotional.

A fan comments on Carrie Underwood's tribute to country legend Randy Travis, from a post dated March 19, 2025 | Source: Facebook/FoxNews

A fan comments on Carrie Underwood’s tribute to country legend Randy Travis, from a post dated March 19, 2025 | Source: Facebook/FoxNews

Taking the stage at the “Opry 100: A Live Celebration,” Underwood honored Travis with stunning renditions of his iconic songs, “Three Wooden Crosses” and “Forever and Ever, Amen.”

The most touching moment came at the end of Forever and Ever, Amen” when Underwood approached Travis in the audience. With a warm smile, she handed him the microphone, inviting him to sing the final “Amen.”

 

 

His voice, despite past health challenges, resonated through the venue, evoking applause. “Randy Travis everybody,” Carrie Underwood proudly declared as she embraced the country music legend. The emotional exchange prompted a standing ovation from the audience, celebrating both artists and their shared history.

Following the performance, fans flooded social media with heartfelt reactions. One admirer praised her touching performance, “Carrie Underwood did a wonderful job here with Randy Travis Randy Travis has battled some health issues and for him to say AMEN like that, that’s incredible Carrie let Randy have the moment and shine I’ll always love Forever And Ever Amen [sic].”

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! ❤️.”

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! 💕.”

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

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

The moment became even more touching when Underwood closed her tribute with “Forever and Ever, Amen.” According to Travis’ wife, Mary Davis, the song holds a special place in their hearts.

“The song ‘Forever and Ever, Amen’ is all about love. It’s a universal song. It’s a beautiful song. It’s like the national anthem of country music,” she said.

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