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Brad Paisley fought back tears while performing an acoustic solo of ‘When I Get Where I’m Going’ in Bridgeport to honor Dolly Parton, who died on Aug. 25; he recalled that Parton immediately agreed to sing on the duet when he sent it to her in 2005, and he dedicated the performance to her enduring legacy. Parton’s death has prompted tributes from other artists, and her private funeral was held on Aug. 29.
Dolly Parton died at 80 after a brief cancer battle, prompting widespread tributes from the country-music world. Brad Paisley returned to the stage in Hartford to perform their duet “When I Get Where I’m Going,” fighting back tears as a montage honored Parton and reflecting on how the song became a tribute to her legacy.
Brad Paisley defended Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Madison Square Garden wedding as “one of the least pretentious weddings” he’s ever seen, noting he and his wife were personally invited and that phones were collected at the door to keep the event private; the top-secret ceremony drew more than 1,000 guests and a who’s-who of celebrities, with Paisley framing the guest list as a meaningful thank-you from Swift.
Brad Paisley called Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Madison Square Garden wedding one of the least pretentious weddings he’s ever attended, saying the invite felt like a personal thank-you and that the exact location was kept under wraps. He and his wife were honored to be invited as Swift’s mentor-mentee relationship dates back to her early career. The event, reportedly costing about $20–$25 million, was officiated by Adam Sandler and featured a garden-themed celebration with over 1,000 guests.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated $26 million to 20 charities, including Nashville’s The Store, ahead of their wedding; Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams-Paisley thanked the couple in an Instagram video, calling the gift transformative and saying it will feed many families and help address food insecurity in Nashville and beyond.
Country star Brad Paisley has a unique connection to historic 18-inning Dodgers World Series games, having performed the national anthem at four consecutive extra-inning games since 2017, all of which the Dodgers won, including the recent 18-inning marathon in 2025.
Country music star Brad Paisley, a big Dodgers fan, may have played a part in facilitating the trade between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Los Angeles Dodgers involving right-hander Tyler Glasnow. Paisley hosted the Dodgers' contingent at his farm near Nashville during the Winter Meetings and made it clear that he was a fan of Glasnow. While Rays president Erik Neander's comment about Paisley's involvement may have been tongue-in-cheek, having a three-time Grammy Award winner advocating for the trade certainly didn't hurt.
Country singer Brad Paisley is releasing two new videos, "Son of the Mountains" and "The Medicine Will," that showcase the contrasting sides of Appalachian life. "Son of the Mountains" celebrates the beauty and simplicity of West Virginia, while "The Medicine Will" sheds light on the devastating impact of the opioid crisis in the region. These videos are part of Paisley's upcoming album, which explores his regional pride and addresses topical concerns. The album is set to release in early 2024.
Country music star Brad Paisley performs at the opening of the new Herbert Hoover High School in Elkview, West Virginia, expressing his excitement to be a part of the community's resilience after a disaster. Paisley played his hits for the Huskie fans, who were thrilled by the concert and considered it a special and unforgettable experience. The event served as a tribute to the strength and unity of the community, with Paisley hoping that the new high school would be a gift for future generations.
Brad Paisley will headline the Legends Day Concert on May 27, the night before the Indianapolis 500, at the TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park. The concert was moved away from the track in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, and will remain downtown in 2023. Paisley, a three-time Grammy Award winner and successful country music artist, will be joined by guest artists Russell Dickerson and Jackson Dean. Tickets will be available starting March 31.