Kellie Pickler

The Grand Ole Opry hosted a huge party for Black River Entertainment artist Kellie Pickler. The event, held on Tuesday evening, June 4th at the Opry and was a 'welcome home' celebration for Kellie who was the winner of this season's "Dancing With The Stars." Pickler was surprised by many guests, including her dance partner Derek Hough.

Kellie opened the first of the two sold-out shows with three songs, including the latest Country single, "Someone Somewhere Tonight." After the first performance, the crowd held up paddles, giving the artist a perfect '10.' "Oh my goodness," she chuckled. "Did y'all plan that or did everybody just happen to have those [paddles] in their pocket? That is so sweet. I wish y'all could've been the judges."

In addition to Pickler other performers included "American Idol" finalist Kree Harrison, Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, Bill Anderson, Diamond Rio, Ricky Skaggs and Lennon and Maisy from ABC's "Nashville."

The evening included a toast and presentation from the Opry as well as presentations from the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation and Black River Entertainment.

For the latest on Kellie Pickler visit www.kelliepickler.com.

By Jim Asker

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