The artist was the first woman to host the Grand Ole Opry and she’s appeared on the program more times than any other performer over nearly 60 years.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, and Grand Ole Opry legend Jeannie Seely passed away on Friday, August 1, at the age of 85.

The country music community is feeling the loss of two legendary artists, as many big names in the genre are sharing their condolences. Jeannie Seely, 85, and Flaco Jiménez, 86, have recently died.