August 04, 2022

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CMA Fest'22: Wynonna Judd honors late mother with emotional performance

Wynonna Judd's mother, Naomi Judd committed suicide in April of this year

By Betty Cruise August 04, 2022
CMA Fest'22: Wynonna Judd honors late mother with emotional performance

Wynonna Judd paid a heartfelt tribute to her mother, Naomi Judd at CMA Fest last night.

The highly anticipated 49th Fest in honor of country music transpired in a full swing on Wednesday.

Among many star-studded moments, Wynonna Judd remembered her mother, a country music legend, who died by suicide this April, after suffering from depression.

The 58-year-old teamed up with Carly Pearce and crooned a rendition of Why Not Me.

Judd couldn't hold back her tears during the performance and received a standing ovation from the crowd in honor of Naomi.

The crowd also took a moment to honor the Grammy-winning artist.