CMA Fest ABC Special: Wynonna Judd honors late mom as top country stars perform

“Monarch,” the upcoming Texas-sized, multigenerational musical drama about America’sleading family of country music also stars Golden Globe nominee Anna Friel, Joshua Sasse and Beth Ditto. The series follows the wildly talented, but tough-as-nails Queen of Country Music Dottie Cantrell Roman (Sarandon) and her beloved husband, “Texas Truthteller” Albie Roman (Adkins), who have fought to create a country music dynasty.

Naomi Judd‘s family is asking a judge to seal police reports and recordings made during the course of its investigation into the legendary country singer’s death.

Naomi Judd's family filed a court petition Friday to seal police reports and recordings made during the investigation into the country star's death.  The records contained video and audio interviews with Judd's family members following her passing. Releasing these details would result in "significant trauma and irreparable harm," her family said.

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.

Naomi Judd's family is asking a judge to seal police reports and recordings made during the course of its investigation into the legendary country singer's death.The family's legal team filed the petition -- provided to the Associated Press -- Friday in Williamson County Court and said that, should the police reports and recordings be made available to the public, it would bring «significant trauma and irreparable harm» to the family. Some of the other reasons as to why the family doesn't want the records released includes that disclosing the report would reveal medical records and conversations family members had with police during the probe.In a statement submitted with the petition, Naomi's widow, Larry Strickland, said he didn't know that his interviews with police were being recorded, and that he shared personal and private information to assist police.Ashley Judd also provided a statement, in which she said she was in «clinical shock, active trauma and acute distress» during her conversations with police. She added that she does not want video, audio and photos to permanently stay in the public domain, and that it would haunt their family for generations, the AP reported.Also in the petition — filed on behalf of Strickland, Ashley and Wynonna Judd -- are details that Ashley found her mother alive after she shot herself, per the AP. The filing shows Ashley stayed by her mother's side for a half hour before help arrived. According to the petition, a number of media outlets in Tennessee have already filed public records requests relating to Naomi's death investigation.

Kane Brown is set to perform at the MTV Video Music Awards, making history as the first male country music artist to perform at the awards show. The show is known for its iconic performances over the years, including Whitney Houston in 1986, Beyoncé in 2003, Prince in 1991, Britney Spears and Madonna in 2003 and the 'N Sync reunion in 2013.

Naomi Judd’s family was granted a temporary court order on Tuesday to keep her death records sealed from the public record.  In court documents obtained by Fox News Digital, Larry Strickland and Judd’s two daughters, Wynonna and Ashley, filed for injunctive relief in Williamson County, Tennessee.  According to the order, "Sheriff's deputies, per standard procedure" had conducted "an investigation into Mrs. Judd's death," which resulted in evidence being collected.  The order goes on to note that "records were created which include photographs, video recordings, audio recordings, and written reports." "Upon information and belief, some of these records contain Mrs.

took her own life on April 30, reports indicated the country music legend left daughters Wynonna and Ashley completely out of her will. MailOnline claimed Wynonna is particularly upset about the snubbing, believing she's entitled to at least some of the $25 million fortune."With Wynonna, her mother leaving all of her wealth to Larry sticks in her craw," a source told the British tabloid.

Naomi Judd’s will is apparently causing even more family drama behind the scenes than we realized!

Wynonna Judd and Carly Pearce are honouring Naomi Judd’s memory during the “CMA Fest Special”.

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

We’re sure you know that country icon Naomi Judd tragically passed away by suicide in April of this year, leaving behind her two daughters Ashley Judd and Wynonna Judd. However, new details released in court documents and confirmed by Us Weekly reveal that the famous sisters have been left out of their late mother’s will… Ouch.

Details of Naomi Judd’s will, which was filed in Tennessee in May, have surfaced.  The legendary country singer, who died by suicide April 30 at the age of 76, named her husband of 33 years, Larry Strickland, as executor of her estate in legal documents obtained by Fox News Digital. Strickland was granted "full authority and discretion" to deal with and administer "any real property comprising an asset of my estate, without the approval of any court, the joinder of any beneficiary or the disclosure of the identity of any beneficiary of my estate." In addition, all real property will be deemed "personal property" after her death and "subject to sale by my Executor, acting without joinder of any beneficiary, for the purpose of facilitating the distribution of my estate among the beneficiaries of this Will, as well as for the purpose of paying taxes, administrative expenses, and any other expenses or debts of my estate, without first being required to exhaust all other personal property of my estate." Naomi Judd (middle) is seen here with daughters Ashley (left) and Wynonna (right) in 2003.

Facing the music. Naomi Judd’s daughters, Ashley Judd and Wynonna Judd, are not listed in her will, Us Weekly can confirm.

Ashley Judd and sister Wynonna have reportedly been left out of their mother Naomi's will.MORE: Ashley Judd details how family is 'grieving together' after mom Naomi Judd's deathThe talented sister's mother left her husband of 33 years Larry Strickland as the executor of her rumored $25 million estate, according to court documents seen by Page Six.WATCH: The Judds perform live at the 2022 CMT AwardsThe publication claimed that Naomi requested in the will that 76-year-old Larry have "full authority and discretion over any property that is an asset to her estate without the approval of any court or permission from any beneficiary of the estate".Per the documents, Larry is also entitled to receive "reasonable compensation" for his services, including reimbursement for "reasonable expenses, advances and disbursements, including attorney’s and accountant’s fees, made or incurred in the administration of my estate".Exclusive: Mickey Guyton: 'I never stood up for myself, ever'The will was prepared on 20 November 2017. Naomi was of "sound mind and disposing memory" when she signed and approved the will, the documents confirm.Witnesses include Melissa Sitzler, a senior account manager at a Tennessee law firm called Wiatr & Associates.

Naomi Judd's last will and testament has been revealed — and her daughters, Wynonna and Ashley Judd, were not mentioned by name. According to the late country star's will, obtained by ET, Naomi appointed her husband of more than 30 years, Larry Strickland, as executor of her estate and granted him «full authority and discretion» to deal with and administer «any real property comprising an asset of my estate, without the approval of any court, the joinder of any beneficiary, or the disclosure of the identity of any beneficiary of my estate.» She declares that all real property be deemed «personal property» after her death and «subject to sale by my Executor, acting without joinder of any beneficiary, for the purpose of facilitating the distribution of my estate among the beneficiaries of this Will, as well as for the purpose of paying taxes, administrative expenses, and any other expenses or debts of my estate, without first being required to exhaust all other personal property of my estate.»Per the will, Strickland is entitled to «reasonable» compensation as executor and will be paid for expenses in connection to the administration of the estate. Naomi notes, «In the event my spouse ceases or fails to serve, then I nominate and appoint my brother-in-law Reginald Strickland, and Daniel Kris Waiter as Co-Executors.» There's also mention of her eponymous Naomi Ellen Judd Living Trust, which she noted was established by her in October 2007.

Kenny Chesney has expressed his sadness after a female fan sadly lost her life at his show in Denver on Saturday.SEE: Carrie Underwood shares incredible view of endless garden on 400-acre family farmThe country music superstar issued a statement on Sunday following the tragic event, revealing he was heartbroken after learning of the news and is grieving her loss alongside her family and friends.WATCH: The official trailer for country music's biggest new TV show, Monarch"I was devastated to learn of the loss of someone after our show. There had been so much joy, so much heart coming from the people of Denver last night — and to hear this is heartbreaking," his statement read.He added: "Life is precious.

Country singer Naomi Judd has left her daughters Wynonna and Ashley out of her will. She instead appointed her husband of 33 years Larry Strickland as executor of her estate, giving him “full authority and discretion” over her assets “without the approval of any court”. Judd, 76, shot herself dead in an upstairs room of her Tennessee farmhouse on April 30 after a long battle with her mental health.

Barbara Mandrell has been retired for over two decades, but she remains an essential member of the Grand Ole Opry, 50 years later. The Grammy award winner celebrated her 50th anniversary of becoming a member of the coveted community, by making a rare appearance at the venue.  The country music singer was graced by a rendition of her notable song, "I Was Country Before Country Was Cool," by eight-time Grammy Award winner, Carrie Underwood.