American Idol, Loretta Lynn and Russell

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 Daughter," during her time on "American Idol."
‘American Idol’ Star Emmy Russell Reveals Moment That Made Her ‘So Mad’ at Judges
Russell earned rave reviews on social media for her stripped-down cover of “Coal Miner’s Daughter” on the April 29, 2024 episode and ultimately made it to Idol ‘s Top 5 before being eliminated one week before the finals. Abi Carter won Idol season 22 on May 19, 2024.
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter says American Idol judges made her 'so mad' for one request
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter has come forward and said she was upset after American Idol judges requested her to perform a song from her grandmother's catalog.
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 competit
Emmy Russell Didn’t Want to Sing Grandmother Loretta Lynn’s Signature Song on ‘American Idol’
Emmy Russell gave a touching tribute to late grandmother Loretta Lynn on 'American Idol,' but she wasn't happy about it at first.
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 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,
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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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New Broadway musical 'Coal Miner's Daughter' to highlight life of Kentucky's Loretta Lynn
Loretta Lynn, right, and Sissy Spacek sang together at a party to celebrate the opening of "Coal Miner's Daughter" in Louisville ... important statement of the American dream.” ...
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 Starring Sutton Foster As Loretta Lynn In Development For Broadway
(inset) Loretta Lynn, Sissy Spacek as Loretta Lynn in 'Coal Miner's Daughter' (1980), and Sutton ... and remain an important statement of the American dream,” said the family in a statement.