Overview

• Jeannie Seely died on August 1, 2025, at Summit Medical Center in Hermitage, Tennessee, after complications from an intestinal infection, her representative confirmed.
• The Grand Ole Opry dedicated its August 2 show to her memory, marking the first performance since her passing and underscoring her deep bond with the venue.
• A member since 1967, Seely set a record with 5,397 Opry appearances and became the first woman to regularly host segments on the storied stage.
• Her 1966 hit “Don’t Touch Me” earned her a Grammy and she broke gender norms by wearing a miniskirt on the Opry stage and lobbying for women’s roles in country music.
• Peers from Dolly Parton to CMA CEO Sarah Trahern and Opry executives publicly honored her mentorship, soulful style and barrier-breaking career.