Reba McEntire paid a deeply felt homage to her beloved late country music compatriot, Jeannie Seely, following her demise at the age of 85. Seely, a revered member of the Grand Ole Opry, breathed her last on a Friday in August at Summit Medical Center, nestled in Hermitage, Tennessee. Upon the announcement of the passing of the hitmaker behind 'Don’t Touch Me,' the esteemed 'Voice' coach took to her Instagram to craft a heartwarming and poignant tribute to Seely's memory.
"I've harbored an undying admiration for this incredible woman! She was a fiery sprite, a spirited team player with a voice as strong as her convictions! Rest in eternal peace, Jeannie," penned McEntire, 70, alongside an iconic snapshot in the caption. The photograph captured the late Seely, Dolly Parton, and McEntire, all beaming with radiant smiles, their camaraderie shining through.
Fans swiftly inundated the comments section with heartfelt condolences and accolades for the chosen photograph. One wrote, "What a magnificent picture [red heart emoji]! Rest In Peace, dear Jeannie [joined hands and purple heart emoji]." Another raved, "Three legends who have adorned country music with their brilliance [red heart emoji]." A third extolled, "Iconic indeed. What a fitting tribute to honor her memory. She will be sorely missed."
In tandem with McEntire, the 'Jolene' songstress also crafted a moving statement shortly after Seely's passing. "She was a cherished friend, one of my closest confidants. I believed her to be among Nashville's finest vocalists, endowed with a delightful sense of humor. We shared countless joyous laughter and teary moments, bonding over life's vicissitudes. Her absence will leave a void that can never be filled," wrote Parton, 79, on Friday evening.
