The Grand Ole Opry is honoring their 100 year milestone with an extended party that features special shows, tours, debuts and ...

In 1985, Seely became the first woman to host a half-hour segment of the Grand Ole Opry. "That was a hard-won battle. That wasn't just given to me,” she said, later adding, “that was a door that I ...

When Seely left the show to tour the country, she was replaced by Dolly Parton. In 1985, Seely became the first woman to host a half-hour segment of the Grand Ole Opry. “That was a hard-won battle.

In total, Seely performed at the Grand Ole Opry more than 5,000 times, making her one of the most-performed artists at the music venue. She was born on July 6, 1940, in Titusville, Pennsylvania.

It's easy to argue that many musical institutions resemble the Grand Ole Opry; however, very few come close to matching the ...

When Seely left the show to tour the country, she was replaced by Dolly Parton. In 1985, Seely became the first woman to host a half-hour segment of the Grand Ole Opry. “That was a hard-won battle.

She appeared nearly 5,400 times at the Grand Ole Opry, which she has been a member of since 1967. Grubbs said Saturday's Grand Ole Opry show would be dedicated to Seely.