6 Country Stars Who Were Banned by the Grand Ole Opry

The Grand Ole Opry is arguably country music's most revered stage. When artists get their first invitation to come perform a show at the hallowed venue — and later, when they earn official membership — it's likely to be one of the most special moments in their careers.

However, not every country star maintains an entirely rosy relationship with the Opry throughout their whole career.

Over the decades, multiple performers have been asked to leave the stage for one reason or another, either for violating the venue's unspoken behavioral code of conduct, or for failing to live up to the official expectations for membership.

Who's Been Banned From the Grand Ole Opry?

During an Opry-mounted tribute show at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium called Opry Goes Dolly — a celebration of Dolly Par