Grand Ole Opry Apologizes for “Hammered” Elle King’s Dolly Parton Tribute
The Grand Ole Opry has issued an apology after singer Elle King delivered a profanity-laced, forgetful performance during a Dolly Parton tribute show on Friday night. King, who described herself as “f**king hammered” on stage, struggled through a cover of Parton’s “Marry Me,” prompting backlash from fans and an apology from the historic Nashville music venue.
The Incident
King’s performance was part of “Opry Goes Dolly,” a concert celebrating Parton’s 78th birthday. Videos posted on social media show King appearing intoxicated, slurring her words, forgetting lyrics, and using profanity. At one point, she told the audience, “I don’t know the lyrics to these things in this (expletive) town/Don’t tell Dolly ’cause it’s her birthday.”
Fan Backlash
Fans who attended the show took to social media to express their disappointment, with some calling King’s performance “disrespectful” and “embarrassing.” One fan wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter), “Elle King ruined the night with her horrible, drunk, and profane performance. Dolly Parton would’ve been mortified. It was such a shame we all had to witness that.”
The Opry’s Apology
The Opry responded to the criticism on X, tweeting, “We deeply regret and apologize for the language that was used during last night’s second Opry performance.” The venue did not directly mention King by name, but it was clear the apology was in reference to her performance.
King’s Response
King has not publicly commented on the incident or the Opry’s apology. However, she did post a photo of herself on Instagram on Saturday with the caption, “Still feelin’ good about last night.”
What’s Next?
It remains to be seen if there will be any further fallout from King’s performance. The Opry has not announced any disciplinary action against her, and it is unclear if she will be invited back to perform at the venue in the future.
This incident has sparked a debate about the importance of professionalism and respect for music venues and their audiences. Some people believe that King’s behavior was unacceptable and that she should be held accountable. Others argue that she should be forgiven, as she was simply celebrating Parton’s music in her own way.
Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide how they feel about King’s performance. However, there is no doubt that it was a memorable night at the Grand Ole Opry, for all the wrong reasons.
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