Jake Worthington Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut
Jake Worthington during his Grand Ole Opry debut. Photo: Brayln Kelly
Jake Worthington made his Grand Ole Opry debut Friday night (July 21), a lifelong dream for the Big Loud Records artist.
Raised on the legends like George Jones, Keith Whitley, Merle Haggard and more, the Texas native set his sights on the Opry from a young age, holding the honor of playing the institution in such high esteem that he didn’t want to watch a show until he had earned the privilege of performing at the hallowed hall.
During his bucket list moment, Worthington performed “Single At The Same Time,” “State You Left Me In” and an acoustic version of his ballad “Closing Time,” receiving a standing ovation from the crowd.
“I wouldn’t change a thing about my life, and being here is a really big reason why,” Worthington shared teary-eyed from the circle. “This is the greatest honor, to be here on the stage where all my heroes stood.”
Worthington will be performing at fairs and festivals the rest of the year, including TidalWave Music Festival, the Illinois State Fair, the State Fair of Texas, and Gordy’s Hwy 30 Music Fest – Texas Edition, supporting Ernest this fall on his “This Fire Tour” and opening various dates for Lainey Wilson and Ian Munsick.
