Country music’s brightest stars gathered on Wednesday evening to celebrate the Grand Ole Opry’s remarkable 100-year milestone, an event hosted by Blake Shelton and aired on NBC from Nashville’s iconic venue.
Shelton arrived at the celebration alongside his wife, Gwen Stefani, both capturing attention with their stylish outfits. Shelton wore casual yet refined attire, pairing jeans with a black jacket, vest, and tie, along with a blue shirt underneath. Stefani appeared elegant in a striking black mini-dress featuring mesh details, complemented by black cowboy boots and her classic bold red lipstick.
Carrie Underwood turned heads in an elegant black gown with a sheer flowing train and a striking one-shoulder design. She accessorized beautifully with statement earrings, making a graceful appearance on the red carpet.
Carly Pearce, who performed during the celebration, impressed with her glamorous black and nude dress featuring distinctive mesh cut-outs. Pearce expressed during interviews how deeply meaningful the Opry’s centennial was for her, mentioning how proud her grandparents would have been to witness this achievement. She recalled honoring Dolly Parton at this historic event, noting the emotional significance of the occasion.
Trisha Yearwood kept her look sophisticated with a black sequined gown, effortlessly standing out as she arrived to take part in the evening’s festivities.
Reba McEntire, also performing, expressed genuine excitement about joining the anniversary celebration, calling it an event she wouldn’t miss despite a busy schedule. Dressed stylishly in a black sequined pantsuit with her hair swept back, she paid tribute on stage to country legends Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn.
Patricia Heaton joined the event wearing a distinctive floral-patterned pantsuit in shades of blue paired with a white blouse, while Scotty McCreery opted for a stylish emerald green suit matched with a black shirt.
Amy Grant and her husband Vince Gill appeared arm-in-arm, both choosing classic black ensembles—Grant in an elegant black gown and Gill in a sharp black suit.
Ashley McBryde chose a sleek strapless black jumpsuit for her red-carpet appearance.
The Opry’s centennial special featured performances and memorable collaborations by some of the most prominent and influential names in country music. Artists confirmed to take part included Alan Jackson, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Ashley McBryde, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Clint Black, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Jamey Johnson, Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Luke Combs, Marty Stuart, Reba McEntire, Ricky Skaggs, Steven Curtis Chapman, Terri Clark, Trace Adkins, Travis Tritt, Trisha Yearwood, Vince Gill, Randy Travis, Amy Grant, Eric Church, Jelly Roll, Post Malone, The War And Treaty, Yolanda Adams