The country music world was rocked by the news of Naomi Judd’s death. It didn’t take long for the tributes to come pouring in from country music fans and beyond. Here are some of the beautiful statements about the Kentucky-born legend.
Billy Ray Cyrus
“So sad at the loss of my friend and music legend Naomi Judd. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. As a fellow Kentuckian, my hats off in honor of the legacy of music she shared with the world and the doors she opened for so many others like me.”
Tracy Lawrence
Ty Herndon
John Berry
āSuch a warm and talented lady. Prayers for Wynonna, Ashley, and her husband Larry, as well as all of their family, friends, and fans as they grieve this tremendous loss.ā
Trisha Yearwood
Tanya Tucker
“Say it isnāt so. Cannot believe my girlfriend and longtime buddy Naomi is gone. Weāve known each other for years and she always treated me with class, grace, and pure kindness. Iām going to miss her so much.”
Cody Alan
Bill Anderson
“I am shocked and saddened along with the rest of our country music community over the passing of Naomi Judd. I’ll never forget meeting her for the first time when she was a contestant on a TV game show I was hosting. I asked her to identify herself for the audience and she said, ‘My name is Naomi Judd and I am a nurse from Franklin, Tennessee. My daughter and I sing together, and someday we hope to make it in country music.’ I was looking so forward to recalling that moment with her on Sunday when she and Wynonna were to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. She was one of a kind and will certainly be missed.”
Crystal Gayle
āThere is no way I can get my mind to adjust to this reality. Naomi brought such a breath of fresh air to our industry with her uptown looks and down-home humor. Her talent was only equaled by her dedication to following her dream and her unbelievable work ethic. She was respected, admired, and will be remembered for those attributes. Even as we prepared a place for her in the Hall of Fame, we know that God has prepared a place for her as well.ā
LeAnn Rimes Cibrian
Maren Morris
Meghan Linsey
I really donāt have the words right now. Naomi meant so much to me. She took me under her wing and taught me so much. She will forever be my Country Fairy Godmother. I am so grateful for her friendship.
Mickey Guyton
Heidi Newfield
“We are all shocked and basically trying to process this tragic news! Naomi was iconic. She had a charismatic presence and a fire inside as intense as her trademark redhead and stunning features. I had the pleasure of working with The Judds several times throughout their different runs as a dynamic duo. Her subtle, but oh so noticeable low harmonies were unlike any other. Their music will ALWAYS be classic. My heart goes out to my friend Wy, Ashley, and the whole family in this terribly sad time!”
Terri Clark
Gene Watson
I remember how kind and nice Naomi was when we worked together. She was a good person with a generous spirit toward everyone she met. Iām keeping her family in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
CMT
“We are heartbroken to learn about the passing of the legendary Naomi Judd and honored to have shared many unforgettable moments and performances together. Our hearts go out to her husband Larry, daughters Wynonna and Ashley, and legions of fans around the world during this difficult time.ā
Grand Ole Opry
David + Howard Bellamy
Our prayers go out to Naomiās husband, daughters, family, friends, and fans. We, like everyone who knew her, are devastated by the news of her passing. We will always hold near and dear the memories of touring with The Judds and visiting with Naomi backstage at so many events through the years. May you Rest In Peace, Naomi.
Kristin Chenoweth
T. Graham Brown
āNaomi Judd was a dear friend and awesome talent. She was always so sweet and kind to me. I knew her well and did dozens of shows with The Judds. They have touched millions with their music. Sheila and my hearts are broken. Please pray for the Judd Family, fans, and friends. Rest in peace, sweet sister. I love you!āĀ
Lorrie Morgan
“Such a tragic loss. Truly one of country musicās most iconic entertainers has left us all in tears. As I sit here wondering why to myself, I know there are no answers. You look back and you think could I have helped in some way? I know these feelings as they have crept up in my life a time or two. Naomi was always so nice to me and my family. She would go out of her way to have someone summon me to come to her dressing room and weād be sitting and talking until she or I had to go onstage. She always gave me wonderful advice, so it breaks my heart that maybe I shouldāve reached out to her one more time. Our hearts are broken, and this music industry, this business, can do strange and crazy things to people. My thoughts are with her two beautiful daughters, Larry and her grandchildren, and all of the fans who were so excited to see her back on the road and back on the stage again. Sheās on the best stage she could ever be on now. Rest in peace, Naomi.”
Rest in peace, Naomi Judd. Thank you for all the beautiful musical moments you gave us.
