Riley Johnson

Ricky Skaggs released "Say a Prayer," his first new music in over a decade. He recorded the song 15 years ago and waited until the world needed it most.

Chris Young sent a private jet to fly Mariah, a 33-year-old hospice patient, from California back to Albertville, Alabama. She passed away one day after making it home.

Alan Jackson's final concert at Nissan Stadium drew 50,000 fans, a lightning storm, and tributes from Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, George Strait, and Taylor Swift.

Ella Langley sent Alan Jackson a video message before his final concert, saying she feels honored to exist in the same era. The tribute was pure, unfiltered respect.

Miranda Lambert's "The House That Built Me" hit No. 1 in June 2010. The song wasn't written for her, and her own parents were convinced she wrote it.

Shania Twain's see-through lace outfit at Wembley Stadium went viral with over 3 million views. Some fans loved it, others said she went too far. She responded.

Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" returned to No. 1 on the Hot 100 for its 11th week, breaking Debby Boone's 49-year record for the longest-leading No. 1 by a woman with a country hit.

Jon Pardi surprised Rhett Akins with a Grand Ole Opry invitation during '90s Country Night. After 30 years and 30 No. 1 hits, all he could say was "thank you Lord Jesus."

Clint Black was hospitalized on June 28 with an infected tonsil requiring emergency IV antibiotics. His July 3 show was canceled, but he's expected to fully recover.

Jon Pardi and his wife, Summer, are divorcing after nearly six years of marriage. The couple say they'll move forward as co-parents with their two daughters as the priority.