Gayle told Rolling Stone Country, “I was so excited when Carrie wanted to sing ‘Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue’ with me, because I’m such a big fan of Carrie… and when she asked me to be a part of the Opry family, I was speechless, beyond words. I’m so happy, so honored, and I’ve always felt a part of the Opry, but this makes it official.”Crystal Gayle will be officially inducted to The Grand Ole Opry, January 21st, by her sister, country legend Loretta Lynn.
Crystal Gayle and the audience at The Grand Ole Opry were stunned Tuesday night (11/15) when Carrie Underwood walked on stage and sang with Crystal on her signature hit “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue”. That was just beginning of the surprise. Carrie followed that up with with the official invite for Crystal Gayle to become a member of the Opry.