Award-winning Kathy Mattea officially joined the Grand Ole Opry family and was inducted by fellow member Terri Clark. Mattea is a four-time CMA Award winner, longtime Opry favorite, and host of the popular “Mountain Stage” radio show.

Opry member and long-time friend Trisha Yearwood introduced Mattea to the stage to perform. Before her first song, Mattea said, “I’ve had so many great times on this stage and the thing about the Opry is that it doesn’t matter if you’re a member or not, they make you feel like family. I’m happy to be welcomed into this family. –Happy to stand on this stage, in this circle, in this moment of my life.”

After Mattea’s second song, Opry member Terri Clark presented her Opry member award saying, “I can’t believe my 18-year-old self gets to do this. Your blend of

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