What to Watch Sunday: Details on Naomi Judd memorial service, airing live on CMT
Naomi Judd: A River of Time Celebration (6 p.m., CMT) - CMT (Country Music Television) will air a memorial service for Naomi Judd, live and commercial-free, from Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. CMT producers are working with Naomi’s daughters, Ashley and Wynonna, and her husband, Larry, to present the service.
▪ “While we all continue to deeply mourn the loss of such a legendary artist, we are honored to commemorate her legacy alongside the country community, her friends, family and legions of fans across the world at the perfect venue: The Mother Church of Country Music. This special will celebrate her timeless voice, unforgettable spirit and the immense impact she left on our genre through the best form of healing we have – music,” said CMT producers.
▪ Robin Roberts, co-host of “Good Morning America,” said on Thursday that she has been invited to be part of the service.
▪ The service will repeat at 10 p.m.
▪ Naomi Judd died by suicide on April 30, at her home in Tennessee. Ashley Judd revealed in an interview with Diane Sawyer that aired on “Good Morning America” on May 12 that her mother died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
▪ Naomi’s last performance was aired on CMT just over a month ago — a pre-taped rendition of “Love Can Build a Bridge” with Wynonna. The Judds attended the live telecast and walked the red carpet together.
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