Carrie Underwood and her husband Mike Fisher made a rare public appearance at the Opry 100: A Live Celebration in Nashville on March 19. It was their first joint red carpet event in over two years. Carrie looked stunning in a black gown with gold detailing and black dangly earrings.
Mike accompanied her in a dark suit and matching tie. Their presence added elegance to the milestone event.
That feeling when you get to honor your hero @DollyParton – the one who invited you to be an Opry member. 💜
Well done, @carlypearce. #Opry100
Catch Opry 100: A Live Celebration on @nbc, streaming on @peacock pic.twitter.com/ZZIvj086a0
— Grand Ole Opry (@opry) March 20, 2025
The couple’s last joint outing was at the CMA Awards in November 2022, where Carrie was nominated for three awards.
Despite his infrequent appearances, Mike remains a dedicated supporter of Carrie’s illustrious career.
Tune in tonight to celebrate the incredible legacy of the Grand Ole Opry here in Nashville, Tennessee. Join us for Opry 100: A Live Celebration, only on NBC & Peacock. #Opry100 pic.twitter.com/YD6vRGeTur
— Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood) March 19, 2025
In 2018, Mike paid tribute to Carrie on social media, writing, “God has given you one of the best voices, crazy work ethic and platform you’ve never taken for granted. You’ve remained humble in all the success and never craved the attention or fame one bit.”
Carrie has also shared glimpses of their strong bond.
Congratulations @opry on #Opry100. I have hundreds of incredible memories being part of this GREATEST family — Country Music is better because the institution of the Opry, the members, the team that works there, and the fans of the music that visit every day! Join us tonight… pic.twitter.com/bAOtoaT0El
— Garth Brooks (@garthbrooks) March 19, 2025
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, she revealed a touching moment from their quarantine experience. “He said: ‘You know what? I love you,'” Carrie recalled.
“I was like: ‘What does that mean? You love me?’ He was like: ‘I know I love you—we’ve been married 10 years this year and have two kids together, but this experience has shown me I love you, too.'”
Several other celebrities graced the Opry 100 event, including Kelsea Ballerini, Trisha Yearwood, Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani, Reba McEntire, and Brad Paisley. The musical evening celebrated country music’s legacy with talented star appearances.
Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher’s return to the red carpet delighted fans and highlighted the enduring strength of their relationship, making the celebration even more special. The Grand Ole Opry, an iconic country music institution, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025 with a special NBC event hosted by Blake Shelton. Becoming an Opry member is a significant honor, reflecting an artist’s career achievements and commitment to the genre.
Underwood and Fisher’s red carpet return
Opry membership is awarded based on factors like radio airplay, recorded music sales, touring success, and industry recognition. Members receive a nominal fee for each performance and are expected to perform at least 10 times annually to maintain active status.
The show’s management carefully selects new members, considering their dedication to country music’s fans and history. This process underscores the importance of longstanding relationships among Opry members. Being an Opry member is one of the highest honors in country music.
Members regularly perform on the show, host events, introduce artists, and mentor emerging talent. Over 230 acts have held membership throughout the Opry’s history, with 75 active members in 2025. Recent inductees include several notable artists who were welcomed by established Opry members.
The centennial celebration in 2025 promises to be a grand event, featuring numerous performances by current members and serving as a testament to the Opry’s enduring legacy. Keith Urban’s friendship with Crystal Gayle’s sister, Loretta Lynn, made his performance of “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” at the Opry 100 celebration a heartfelt tribute. Urban, inducted into the Opry in 2012, chose to serenade Crystal Gayle, a 2017 inductee, at the NBC-broadcasted event at the Ryman Auditorium.
Although Gayle was present, Urban’s bond with her sister, Loretta Lynn, added an emotional layer to the performance. Nine days after Lynn’s passing, Urban paid tribute to her during a concert, honoring her six-decade career with renditions of “Blue Kentucky Girl” and “You’re Looking at Country.” He remarked, “This week we watched one of our own ascend. We love you, Loretta.”
Gayle’s significant Opry moment came on January 21, 2017, when she was inducted by her sister, nearly 50 years after Lynn’s debut on the Ryman stage.
Two months prior, Carrie Underwood had joined Gayle on stage and extended an invitation for her to join the Opry family. Gayle reflected on her first Ryman appearance at age 16, saying, “I can still see the stage. I was probably wringing my hands…
I sang a Marty Robbins song and wore a little shiny dress my mother made me.”
Opry Vice President and General Manager Pete Fisher added, “Crystal Gayle’s music is truly timeless, like the Grand Ole Opry. Her velvety voice and friendly personality will make this family even more special.”
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