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Granddaughter of country icon Loretta Lynn 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.
Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Didn’t Want to Sing Her Song on ‘American Idol’
Emmy Russell admits that she was 'so mad' when she found out she was covering 'Coal Miner's Daughter' in one 'American Idol' episode.
Former “American Idol” Star Emmy Russell Reveals She Was 'So Mad' When Judges Had Her Sing Grandma Loretta Lynn's Song
American Idol contestant Emmy Russell performed a moving tribute to her late grandmother Loretta Lynn when she sang her signature hit “Coal Miner’s Daughter” on the competition series last spring — but if it was up to Russell, she would’ve left the track alone.
Loretta Lynn’s granddaughter says ‘American Idol’ judges made her ‘so mad’ by asking her to do grandma's song
Emmy Russell, the granddaughter of Loretta Lynn, admitted it wasn't her idea to sing her grandma's iconic song, "Coal Miner's Daughter," during her time on "American Idol."
Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Emmy Russell Reveals ‘American Idol’ Moment That Made Her ‘So Mad’
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter Emmy Russell made a major impact during her run on Season 22 of American Idol, but looking back, she revealed one choice from the judges that made her angry. Russell reflected on her experience on the show during a new appearance on The Thrivalist Podcast,
Sutton Foster Will Play Loretta Lynn in Broadway Musical, ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’
Loretta Lynn approved of Sutton Foster's casting in 'Coal Miner's Daughter' musical before she died at age 90 in 2022.
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 ...
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Loretta Lynn’s Life Story Is Headed To The Stage With A Major Broadway Star At The Helm
A new stage musical, "Coal Miner’s Daughter," is currently in production.
Tony Award winning cast, producers, taking Loretta Lynn's life story to Broadway
Tony Award-winning actress Sutton Foster, plus director, music producer Sam Gold, Jeanine Tesori are taking Loretta Lynn's ...
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Loretta Lynn’s Life Story Is Being Turned Into a Musical
People close to Lynn are working on the musical: The singer's daughter Patsy Lynn, who has played a key role in her mother's ...
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 ...
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 ...