NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — It was an emotional tribute as Nashville celebrated the life of country music legend Loretta Lynn.
The star-studded memorial drew crowds as far as the eye could see.
#HAPPENING NOW: Thousands of fans are in line hoping to get a seat at the @opry to celebrate the life & legacy of Loretta Lynn.
— Araceli Crescencio NC5 (@aracelireports) October 30, 2022
More on the event: “Coal Miner’s Daughter A Celebration of the Life and Music of Loretta Lynn,” tonight @NC5! pic.twitter.com/p89xVtLe4r
The outpouring of love and support from fans was a true testament to the legacy Loretta leaves behind.
"Everybody is here for the same reason we want to be here for Loretta and her family," fan Lisa Lester said.
Thousands waited hours in line and braced the rain, in hopes of getting a seat inside the Grand Ole Opry House. There were limited seats and fans knew not everyone was guaranteed to get in. But some told us the country music star meant so much to them that they wanted to pay their respects, even if they had to watch from outside.
"There has been several people I talked to while standing in line that's come from all over the United States just to be a part of this, so it's amazing that people are willing to show their support like this," Angie Anselment said.
Thank you for this version of one of Loretta Lynn's most iconic tracks 🙏 @TheHighwomen pic.twitter.com/DOvjWnU2yB
— CMT (@CMT) October 31, 2022
The tribute featured performances and appearances from Alan Jackson, Dolly Parton, Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, and Miranda Lambert and more.
