Country legend’s granddaughter shares how ‘American Idol’ made her ‘so mad’
However, Russell felt that singing her grandmother’s song “was just going to add to” claims of nepotism because of Lynn’s status as a country music legend. Lynn died in October 2022 at age 80. But anger wasn’t the only emotion Russell felt.
‘American Idol’ contestant reveals furor over having to sing legendary grandmother’s song
Country singer Emmy Russell, who competed in Season 22 of "American Idol," said she was "so mad" when judges picked "Coal Miner's Daughter" for her to sing last April. The song was the signature tune for her grandmother,
Country singer said ‘American Idol’ made her ‘so mad’ with request involving legendary grandmother
Emmy Russell became a star on “American Idol” last year, in part, because the judges pushed her to come out of her shell and she did that to the best of her abilities in front of the camera.
‘American Idol’ Star Emmy Russell Reveals Moment That Made Her ‘So Mad’ at Judges
Former 'American Idol' star Emmy Russell revealed her anger over being asked to sing her grandmother Loretta Lynn's song
Loretta Lynn's Granddaughter Claims ‘American Idol' Judges Made Her ‘So Mad' by Asking Her to Perform the Country Legend's Song
More than a year after she first auditioned for ABC's American Idol, Loretta Lynn's granddaughter Emmy Russell recalls one moment that made her mad while on the show. During her recent appearance on The Thrivalist Podcast,
Loretta Lynn’s granddaughter speaks out on ‘American Idol’ moment that made her ‘so mad’
Country legend Loretta Lynn’s granddaughter, Emmy Russell, didn’t necessarily want to perform her grandmother’s iconic song while appearing on “American Idol” last year. During an appearance on “ The Thrivalist Podcast ,
‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ Musical Starring Sutton Foster As Loretta Lynn In Development For Broadway
Currently in development, the musical adaptation will be directed by Sam Gold, with music production by Jeanine Tesori, the ...
Emmy Russell appeared on season 22 of 'American Idol'
Emmy Russell, the granddaughter of Loretta Lynn, admitted it wasn't her idea to sing her grandma's iconic song, "Coal Miner's ...
New Broadway musical 'Coal Miner's Daughter' to highlight life of Kentucky's Loretta Lynn
Two-time Tony winner Sutton Foster will star in a stage version of Loretta Lynn's "Coal Miner's Daughter," currently in ...
Sutton Foster to Star as Loretta Lynn in ‘Coal Miner's Daughter' Stage Musical
Broadway favorite Sutton Foster will portray the late country music icon Loretta Lynn in the upcoming stage adaptation of ...
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COAL MINER'S DAUGHTER Musical In the Works, Starring Sutton Foster
Tthe music and life story of beloved country music icon and legend  Loretta Lynn will be celebrated and depicted in a new ...
Coal Miner's Daughter: Musical based on life of Loretta Lynn announced
Country Music legend Loretta Lynn will be the subject of a new stage musical based on her life called Coal Miner's ...
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Sutton Foster to play Loretta Lynn in Coal Miner's Daughter musical
Sutton Foster is to play Loretta Lynn in the upcoming Coal Miner's Daughter musical. Directed by Sam Gold and with music from ...
Sutton Foster to Play Loretta Lynn in ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ on Broadway
Fans of late country music artist Loretta Lynn will soon have another way to celebrate her legacy: Coal Miner's Daughter, the ...