Bill Anderson and Jeannie Seely
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“Jeannie Seely and I were friends for over sixty years, and between the two of us we performed over 10,000 times on the Grand Ole Opry. She was one of the most talented, kind, witty, generous, loving people I have ever known. The Opry and the world won’t be nearly as much fun without her in it. May she rest in peace.”
– Bill Anderson

Billy Ray Cyrus and Jeannie Seely
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“Jeannie Seely had a way of making you feel seen, heard, and truly loved. Her heart was as big as her voice and both were pure gold. I’ll carry that moment, and her friendship, with me forever. Rest in peace, sweet Jeannie. The Opry stage and this world will never be the same.”
– Billy Ray Cyrus

The Bellamy Brothers and Jeannie Seely
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“We’re heartbroken to hear of the passing of our dear friend and Grand Ole Opry legend, Jeannie Seely. Jeannie brought so much light, laughter, and authenticity everywhere she went… especially when she joined us on Honky Tonk Ranch. Her friendship meant the world to us. The country music world lost a true original, and we’ll miss her deeply.
Rest easy, Jeannie.”
– David and Howard Bellamy, The Bellamy Brothers

Gene Watson and Jeannie Seely
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“So sorry to say that country music lost one of the greatest entertainers it ever had. A great singer, great comedian, beautiful lady, and really, really close friend of mine – Jeannie Seely. I don’t know how to say the words, but not only me, everybody backstage at the Opry misses her so much. Things are not the same, and I’d just like to pass condolences on. She will definitely be missed.”
– Gene Watson

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'Jeannie Seely and I were friends for over sixty years, and between the two of us we performed over 10,000 times on the Grand Ole Opry. She was one of the most talented, kind, witty, generous, loving people I have ever known. The Opry and the world won't be...