Blake Shelton stole the spotlight at the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th anniversary celebration with a crowd-pleasing performance of Joe Diffie’s classic hit “Pickup Man,” earning praise from fans and fellow artists alike. The country star’s charm and energy lit up the historic stage, with social media buzzing about his “amazing” tribute. Watching proudly from the audience was his wife, Gwen Stefani, seated next to none other than Reba McEntire. Although the couple didn’t perform together, their presence added to the star-studded atmosphere of the evening, which also featured performances by country heavyweights like Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs, Keith Urban, and even Post Malone. Dolly Parton, though not in attendance, was honored with a special rendition of “I Will Always Love You” and made a heartfelt video appearance. The celebration, broadcast live on NBC and Peacock, marked not just a milestone for the Opry, but also a touching reminder of country music’s enduring legacy—and Blake’s place in it.
Blake Shelton stole the spotlight at the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th anniversary celebration with a crowd-pleasing performance of Joe Diffie’s classic hit “Pickup Man,” earning praise from fans and fellow artists alike. The country star’s charm and energy lit up the historic stage, with social media buzzing about his “amazing” tribute. Watching proudly from the audience was his wife, Gwen Stefani, seated next to none other than Reba McEntire. Although the couple didn’t perform together, their presence added to the star-studded atmosphere of the evening, which also featured performances by country heavyweights like Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs, Keith Urban, and even Post Malone. Dolly Parton, though not in attendance, was honored with a special rendition of “I Will Always Love You” and made a heartfelt video appearance. The celebration, broadcast live on NBC and Peacock, marked not just a milestone for the Opry, but also a touching reminder of country music’s enduring legacy—and Blake’s place in it.
