From Rolling Stone · Joseph Hudak · · 1m 20s
Tim McGraw's Hall of Fame Induction
Tim McGraw's emotional Country Music Hall of Fame induction featured heartfelt tributes to his musical heroes and a surprise performance by a cancer-stricken artist.
In brief
Tim McGraw's emotional Country Music Hall of Fame induction featured heartfelt tributes to his musical heroes and a surprise performance by a cancer-stricken artist. Tim McGraw was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame with emotional tributes to his musical heroes and a performance by Lady A, whose singer has…
Tim McGraw's Induction
Tim McGraw was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame during an emotional ceremony featuring performances by Lady A, Lainey Wilson, and more.
Musical Connection
McGraw drew a line from his fellow inductees the Stanley Brothers and Paul Overstreet to his first day arriving in Nashville from his hometown of Start, Louisiana: May 9, 1989.
Keith Whitley's Death
Keith Whitley, McGraw’s musical hero and a former member of Ralph Stanley’s band, died at 34 on May 9, 1989, the same day McGraw arrived in Nashville.
McGraw's Tribute
McGraw said, 'I don’t believe that’s coincidence. I believe that’s country music.'
“I don’t believe that’s coincidence. I believe that’s country music.”
Lady A's Performance
Lady A performed 'Live Like You Were Dying' as Charles Kelley, their singer, was diagnosed with rare blood cancer.
Event Conclusion
The ceremony concluded with Faith Hill cheering on McGraw and a tribute to Dolly Parton, who died in August.
The bottom line
Tim McGraw was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame with emotional tributes to his musical heroes and a performance by Lady A, whose singer has rare cancer.
