Ronnie Milsap will sit in the front row on February 24, 2026 and Blake Shelton will step into the stage to honor him. It has been 50 years since Milsap joined the Grand Ole Opry on February 6, 1976. This is not just another concert because the man who lived these songs will be there to hear them.
Blake carries a heavy load because he has to do justice to over 31 number one hits. He looks both nervous and proud to stand where his hero once stood. This performance is about a young man saying thank you to the giant who paved the way for him.
Watch Blake’s memories with Grand Opry below:
Blake Shelton’s Connection to Opry History
One viewer said that seeing Blake talk about the history of the stage brought tears to their eyes. Another fan wrote that they remember hearing these songs on the tractor radio decades ago.
The music does not stop with a tour of the building because the real magic happens when the lights go down. We shift from talking about the history to actually making it on stage. Blake joins a powerful lineup including Keith Urban and Trace Adkins to bring the house down.
Official Opry Highlight of Milsap Performance
The crowd roars when the first notes of Smoky Mountain Rain fill the rafters. Blake finds a strength in his voice that matches the soulful grit Ronnie Milsap is known for. It is a peaceful and strong reminder that great music never grows old.
Blake Shelton has spent his career being the funny guy but here he shows his true heart. He respects the roots of country music more than most people realize. Follow Blake Shelton on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube to see more of these timeless moments.