Lynn memorial service set for Oct. 30
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Lynn memorial service set for Oct. 30

Thursday, October 20, 2022 – "Coal Miner's Daughter: A Celebration of the Life & Music of Loretta Lynn" will be a live celebration of the late singer's life on Sunday, Oct. 30.

Lynn will be remembered in a presentation from the Grand Ole Opry House, in partnership with her family. CMT will broadcast the program commercial-free on at 7 p.m. eastern with two additional commercial-free encores on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 8 p.m. eastern and Sunday, Nov. 6 at 11 a.m. eastern. The special will also be made available on Paramount+ in early 2023.

Lynn died on. Oct. 4 at 90.

Hosted by NBC's "Today Show" co-host and close family friend Jenna Bush Hager, the public celebration will feature never-before-seen performances and collaborations, with special guest appearances.

Performers include Brandi Carlile, Crystal Gayle, who is Lynn's sister, Darius Rucker, Emmy Russell and Lukas Nelson, George Strait, The Highwomen with Brittney Spencer, Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Margo Price, Tanya Tucker and Wynonna, along with special appearances from Lynn's friends and family, including Barbara Mandrell, Faith Hill, Martina McBride, Sheryl Crow and Tim McGraw. Additional performers and guests to be announced in the coming days.

"We are truly honored to work closely alongside Loretta's family to create a celebration of life fit for a true queen of country music, Loretta Lynn. She was a true original, a woman who always sang from her heart, never shied away from challenging the status quo and blazed the path forward for her fellow female artists. From her firecracker spirit and signature musicality to her unmistakable country style and unparalleled authenticity, we look forward to honoring her in the best way we know how: sharing stories and songs with her family, friends and the legions of fans she loved dearly," said CMT producers in a press release.

The memorial service will be open to the public with a limited number of tickets available.


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