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Gwyneth Paltrow Makes Surprise Cameo at Grand Ole Opry Centennial

The Oscar winner joined longtime friend Holly Williams on two of the country singer’s songs at the Opry’s centennial celebration.

Overview

  • Paltrow, 53, took the stage with Williams and Williams’ husband, musician Chris Coleman, during the Nov. 20 show in Nashville.
  • The trio performed Williams’ 2013 song “Drinkin’” followed by “Waiting on June.”
  • Introducing her guest, Williams told the crowd, “Can y’all believe your luck? … not those Oscar-winning Hollywood guests,” before praising Paltrow’s “secret voice.”
  • People shared video of the performance on Instagram, drawing comments that applauded Paltrow’s vocals.
  • The appearance reflects a long-running connection, as Paltrow sang in the 2010 film Country Strong and has cited Williams as a favorite country artist.