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Carly Pearce Recalls Dolly Parton’s Surprise Grand Ole Opry Invitation

Carly Pearce looked back on her favorite memories at the Grand Ole Opry, including a surprise invitation from her idol Dolly Parton

“That was probably the most surprised I’ve ever been in my life,” Pearce, 34, exclusively told Us Weekly before participating in NBC’s Opry 100: A Live Celebration on Wednesday, March 19. On Wednesday evening, Pearce will join dozens of other country music artists as they honor the Grand Ole Opry’s milestone 100 th anniversary. From connecting with fans across the country thanks to her vulnerable music to maintaining unbreakable bonds with artists like Kelsea Ballerini, Pearce — whose latest album, Hummingbird: No Rain, No Flowers (Deluxe), is out now — is looking forward to making even more unforgettable memories at the Grand Ole Opry.

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