Country music star Kellie Pickler delivers a heartrending performance at the Ryman Auditorium, paying tribute to both Patsy Cline and her late husband, Kyle Jacobs.
- Apr 23, 2024
AceShowbiz - In an emotional return to the spotlight, country music sensation Kellie Pickler dedicated a soul-stirring performance to her late husband, Kyle Jacobs, during a tribute concert for Patsy Cline.
The event, named "Walkin'After Midnight", took place at the esteemed Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, making it Pickler's first stage appearance since the tragic loss of her husband in February 2023. Dressed in a classic black and white ensemble, Pickler openly shared her feelings with the audience.
Feeling "incredibly honored" to pay tribute to Cline who inspired her love for music, Picker said of her return to spotlight, "I'd be lying if I didn't say I'm incredibly nervous right now. It's been the first time I've been up on stage in a while."
The evening was especially poignant as Pickler chose to perform "The Woman I Am," a song deeply interwoven with her personal history, having co-written it with Jacobs over a decade ago.
Recounting their last visit to the Ryman together, she felt his presence strongly, stating, "The last time I was here in the Ryman Auditorium was with him on a date night, and I know he is here with us tonight."
This return was not just a professional milestone but a personal tribute to a love story entwined with music and laughter, enduring well beyond Jacobs' untimely death by suicide at age 49.
Pickler and Jacobs, a respected figure in the entertainment industry in his own right, had shared over a decade of life together, marked by a mutual passion for music. Their story, like a love song, was a harmony of personal and artistic bonds. Despite the shock and grief following Jacobs'death, Pickler's strength to stand again on stage speaks volumes of her resilience and the depth of their connection.
Breaking her silence in August 2023, Pickler shared a powerful message about standing still in times of crisis, a lesson she credits to her late husband. She expressed profound gratitude towards family, friends, and fans for their overwhelming support during her darkest hours.
Eventually, Jacobs was laid to rest following an intimate memorial in keeping with his wishes, a moment that allowed his family time to accept and honor his memory properly.
Kellie Pickler's courageous return to the stage not only commemorates the legendary Patsy Cline but also serves as a testament to her undying love for Kyle Jacobs. Through her music and stories, Pickler carries on the legacy of both Cline and Jacobs, touching the hearts of many with her vulnerability and strength.
