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Carrie Underwood delivered an emotional tribute to country music legend Randy Travis during the “Opry 100: A Live Celebration” at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. She honored Travis by performing two of his most iconic songs, “Three Wooden Crosses” and “Forever and Ever, Amen,” while speaking about the influence his music had on her career. Underwood has long credited Travis as one of her inspirations and recalled how he invited her to join the Grand Ole Opry in 2008.

The most powerful moment came at the end of “Forever and Ever, Amen,” when Underwood stepped off the stage and approached Travis, who was seated in the audience. She handed him the microphone so he could say the final word of the song, “Amen.” The audience immediately rose to their feet, responding with prolonged applause and visible emotion as the moment unfolded live.

The scene carried special meaning due to Travis’s health history. In 2013, he suffered a severe stroke that significantly affected his ability to speak and sing. Since then, public appearances have been rare and deeply symbolic. His brief participation in the performance represented resilience and the lasting impact of his legacy within country music.

Following the performance, the tribute quickly spread across social media, with fans and fellow artists praising the moment as one of the highlights of the celebration. Many described it as a reminder of the deep emotional connection between generations of country artists and the enduring power of music to unite audiences through shared history and respect for its legends.