Barbara Mandrell returns to the Grand Ole Opry for 50th anniversary and is honored by Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood and her husband Mike Fisher looking anything but red carpet ready.But before they were famous, both the country music singer and ice hockey sensation were regular teens attending high school.MORE: Why Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher was nervous during her recent performanceThe pair are now proud parents themselves to their two young sons, Isaiah and Jacob, however, they were kids once themselves.WATCH: Carrie Underwood performs pre-fameCarrie previously delighted fans with a walk down memory lane when she posted side-by-side images of herself and Mike pre-fame.The mom-of-two sported long, blonde, frizzy tresses and looked timidly at the camera. Mike wore his hair in a short, bowl cut as he proudly displayed a medal around his neck. MORE: Carrie Underwood celebrates joyous news in dazzling sheer dressMORE: Simon Cowell reveals bold prediction for Carrie Underwood after phenomenal AGT performanceCarrie then shared a snapshot of them all grown up and wrote a heartfelt caption which read: "Hey you two crazy kids. Believe it or not, some day you both will become (slightly) less awkward, you’ll grow up to have pretty cool jobs, you'll meet backstage at some girl's concert, fall in love, get married, have two amazing boys, and live happily ever after.

Carrie Underwood may not be going off on tour for another two months, but she sure is ready to get back to work!MORE: Why Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher was nervous during her recent performanceDespite her tour being a while away, she is still keeping busy, and just left fans in total anticipation as she gave them a new and exciting career update.The star is set to take on the stage sooner than October, but a totally different one than her usual residency and tour set-up.WATCH: Carrie is unrecognizable in incredible video from the 1990sMORE: Carrie Underwood debuts special transformation - and fans are obsessedCarrie took to Instagram to announce that come September, she would be kicking off the highly-anticipated return of Sunday Night Football.Football season starts back up on 11 September, and while some fans might be tuning in to watch the games, hundreds of thousands also can't wait to see the songstress kick off opening night.It appears like she is ready to steal the show away from the athletes, as the photo used for the exciting announcement already commands all of the attention.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV EditorCarrie Underwood doesn’t have to open NBC Sports’ “Sunday Night Football” all by herself.The show, one of TV’s most-watched programs each year, hopes to take on new relevancy this season by incorporating scenes from each week’s host city and activity from the stadium in the opening segment starring Carrie Underwood.Fans have seen the famous singer belting out “Waiting All Day for Sunday Night” for years. NBC hopes dedicating a film crew to capturing the action around the game on the day it’s played will add a boost to the proceedings and get fans more engaged.“This season, with stadiums full again, we wanted to get that sense of reality and optimism and energy – and the more authentic connection that comes with that,” says Tripp Dixon, creative director for the show open for each of the past 10 years.

Carrie Underwood is never sitting still and is always on the road performing around the world.MORE: Carrie Underwood dazzles in sheer dress as she celebrates joyous newsAs a result, the 39-year-old is always looking for new ways to push herself, and not too long ago she did just that - much to the worry of her husband Mike Fisher.Back in April, the former American Idol winner wowed the crowds Nashville Municipal Auditorium when she performed her song, Ghost Story, with some impressive aerial acrobatics.VIDEO: Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher's love story Mike - who tends to stay relatively private about his personal life both on social media and in interviews - gave a rare comment about his wife's brave decision during a chat with ET.SEE: Carrie Underwood's sculpted legs in tiny shorts leave fans stunned MORE: Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher pleads for help in rare postHe said: "I was a little bit nervous. I watched some of the [performance] when she first started to do it, but I mean that was crazy."Carrie, on the other hand, took it all in her stride.

Carrie Underwood took to social media with a special transformation for fans Friday as she debuted her brand new filter on Instagram.MORE: Simon Cowell reveals bold prediction for Carrie Underwood after phenomenal AGT performanceThe new feature is in aid of the star's new song Ghost Story and allows fans to get the look from the cover of the new track. Carrie showed fans how she looked after applying the exciting new effect - and they couldn't get enough!WATCH: Carrie Underwood wowed fans with her sneak peek album video Captioning the clip, the mother-of-two penned: "Get the look from my #GhostStory cover with this fun new Instagram filter!"READ: Carrie Underwood gets fans talking with girls' night out photoSEE: Carrie Underwood's son made the sweetest mishap concerning his famous momOne enthused fan replied: "Beautiful as always‼️" with three flame emojis.

America's Got Talent live shows kicked off with a bang on 9 August, with the season 17 acts bringing their best performances to the stage yet.MORE: Divisive AGT live performance leaves Simon Cowell speechlessThe bar was high for Terry Crews' golden buzzer act Avery Dixon, but after the saxophone player gave it everything he had, the judges and audience were left in awe.VIDEO: Carrie Underwood is unrecognizable in incredible 1990s videoAfter his set that brought the house down, Simon Cowell was left suitably impressed and went on to make a bold prediction for Avery."I want to say something," he started. "I know we say a lot of 'You're going to be a star etc', I promise you, Avery, since we met you, something's changed.MORE: Sofia Vergara teases return to AGT after absence from judge cuts"I'm going to predict something," he added, then taking fans down memory lane by revisiting his first taste of Stateside fame with American Idol."I said this about Carrie Underwood years and years and years ago on another show, which is…you're going to be a superstar.A post shared by America's Got Talent - AGT (@agt)Avery Dixon's performance blew the judges away"I promise you, Avery.

Carrie Underwood is happy to sing any place, any time.

The village of Emmerdale will not be the same again from October onwards as a wind storm is set to shake up life in the Dales for every single resident. As fans know, the ITV soap's 50th anniversary is edging closer and there's set to be a month's worth of dramak with one very dramatic episode in amongst it all.

Emmerdale bosses have finally revealed what fans can expect from the soap's huge 50th anniversary this year – revealing that three characters will be returning to the village especially. Speaking to OK! and and other reporters, the ITV soap's executive producer Jane Hudson said of the celebrations: "We have got every story imaginable. "We've got things that are going to make you laugh, make you cry, make you surprised, and stunts that are going to rock your world.

Emmerdale is set for dramatic storylines in special episodes for the soap’s upcoming 50th anniversary that will leave the village forever changed, bosses have exclusively revealed. The Yorkshire-based soap will celebrate its big anniversary throughout the entire month of October, showcasing a series of episodes that will focus on the programme’s most beloved and iconic characters. Emmerdale bosses told OK! and other reporters that the village will “never be the same again” after a massive storm takes place within anniversary month, leaving characters hugely impacted by the event.

Carrie Underwood is enjoying a bit of time away from the spotlight before she hits the road quite soon, and fans can't wait for her return.MORE: Carrie Underwood's son made the sweetest mishap concerning his famous momIn the meantime, the singer is having as much fun as she can, sharing a rare personal photo on her Instagram that captured the moment.VIDEO: Carrie Underwood is unrecognizable in incredible 1990s videoShe shared a picture of herself surrounded by friends as they enjoyed a girls' night out, although their significant others were included.However, they were hidden away, as Carrie explained in her caption, writing: "Girls' night! OK, so, the guys were there, too, but we were doing our best to pretend they weren't! MORE: Carrie Underwood sports braces and braids in head-turning school photo"I am so lucky to be surrounded by so many amazing ladies! [heart emoji] you guys!!!" she concluded.Even in a more casual setting, Carrie managed to stand out with her put-together look, opting for a white floral blouse with a plunging V-neck neckline and blue jeans that displayed her toned legs.

Carrie Underwood wasn't looking for marriage when she met former NHL player Mike Fisher. MORE: Carrie Underwood marks Fourth of July in bittersweet postThe Canadian sportsman was friends with Carrie's bass player Mike Childers, who invited the hockey star to one of their shows. Carrie and Mike hit it off, but living in different countries and having busy careers meant they didn't see each other for another three months.WATCH: Carrie Underwood's love story with husband Mike Fisher is so romantic                The two finally enjoyed their first date on New Year's Eve 2008 and a year later Mike proposed at Carrie's parents home with a stunning halo setting ring with pavé diamonds along the sides.

Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher is not very active on social media – so when he does post, it's always for a reason close to his heart.READ: Carrie Underwood's troubling weight loss journey revealedThe former ice hockey player – who was captain of the Nashville Predators – took to Instagram to make an impassioned plea to his followers in which he urged them to vote in the election for Tennessee State Senate District 27 when the polls open on 4 August.WATCH: Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher's love storyMike has thrown his support behind candidate Gary Humble, officially endorsing him for State Senate to represent Williamson County. Posting on his Stories, Mike shared a photo of him in his Predators jersey alongside the message: "State Senate Gary Humble Tennessee. Now endorsed by Mike Fisher."Mike also wrote a personal message, which read: "If you are in TN state senate district 27.

Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett and more for CMA Fest. The three-hour special airs Wednesday, Aug.

With Emmerdale’s huge milestone 50th birthday just around the corner, the cast and crew have been treated to an impressive Woolpack cake to mark the occasion. In snaps released of some of the cast, the likes of Lisa Riley, Jay Kontzle, and Mark Charnock beamed as they stood behind the large cake, which undeniably looked just like the iconic Yorkshire pub.The details on the cake included the ivy going up the front of the building, The Woolpack sign on the front, as well as a bench outside the pub with two pints of beer on.