Emmy Russell, Loretta Lynn's granddaughter, impressed on 'American Idol' with an emotional original song on the late icon's birthday. Her performance moved Ryan Seacrest to tears, leading Luke Bryan to offer comfort. The event garnered attention from various media outlets including WhiskeyRiff, TasteOfCountry, billboard, TODAYshow, RollingStone, EW, and FoxNews.
'American Idol' helps Loretta Lynn's granddaughter follow in legendary singer's footsteps https://t.co/KkqnthwJ9S
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter's performance brought Ryan Seacrest to tears, prompting Luke Bryan to offer him a hug: 'I'm crying.' https://t.co/OX6S72FQa6
Emmy Russell Honors Grandmother Loretta Lynn With Original Song on ‘American Idol’ 🔗 https://t.co/2aUV1RfriK https://t.co/fHILZPkUrr
Loretta Lynn’s granddaughter stuns ‘American Idol’ fans with a performance on her late grandma’s birthday. https://t.co/alEQx6xf7P
Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Sings Emotional Original Song on ‘American Idol’ on Late Icon’s Birthday https://t.co/1GUYUVPsDy
Jelly Roll helped Loretta Lynn's granddaughter on her @AmericanIdol journey this week. https://t.co/3XJzfkDdz2
Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter, Emmy Russell, Leaves Jelly Roll Speechless After ‘American Idol’ Performance https://t.co/8AhacfnBa1 https://t.co/8AhacfnBa1