Loretta Lynn, American Idol and Emmy Russell

Emmy Russell appeared on season 22 of 'American Idol'
Emmy Russell, the granddaughter of Loretta Lynn, admitted it wasn't her idea to sing her grandma's iconic song, "Coal Miner's Daughter," during her time on "American Idol."
Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Emmy Russell Reveals ‘American Idol’ Moment That Made Her ‘So Mad’
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter Emmy Russell made a major impact during her run on Season 22 of American Idol, but looking back, she revealed one choice from the judges that made her angry. Russell reflected on her experience on the show during a new appearance on The Thrivalist Podcast,
Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Didn’t Want to Sing Her Song on ‘American Idol’
Emmy Russell admits that she was 'so mad' when she found out she was covering 'Coal Miner's Daughter' in one 'American Idol' episode.
Emmy Russell Didn’t Want to Sing Grandmother Loretta Lynn’s Signature Song on ‘American Idol’
Emmy Russell gave a touching tribute to late grandmother Loretta Lynn on 'American Idol,' but she wasn't happy about it at first.
Emmy Russell Didn’t Want to Cover Loretta Lynn on ‘American Idol’
Emmy Russell admits that she was 'so mad' when she found out she was covering 'Coal Miner's Daughter' in one 'American Idol' episode. Continue
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter says American Idol judges made her 'so mad' for one request
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter Emmy Russell revealed why chose to perform her grandmother's famous song during her American Idol appearance last year. Russell shared on The Thrivalist Podcast that the judges selected Coal Miner's Daughter for her to sing,
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Loretta Lynn’s Life Story Is Being Turned Into a Musical
People close to Lynn are working on the musical: The singer's daughter Patsy Lynn, who has played a key role in her mother's ...
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‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ Musical Starring Sutton Foster As Loretta Lynn In Development For Broadway
Patsy Lynn, Loretta Lynn’s manager, producer, and daughter, will serve as a consulting producer on the project, along with Loretta’s longtime adviser Nancy Russell. According to Lynn’s ...
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"Coal Miner's Daughter" comes to the stage
Inspired by the award-nominated 1980 film and autobiography by Loretta Lynn and George Vecsey, "Coal Miner's Daughter" chronicles Lynn'a rise from humble beginnings in rural Kentucky to country music ...
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Sutton Foster to Star as Loretta Lynn in ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ Stage Musical
Broadway favorite Sutton Foster will portray the late country music icon Loretta Lynn in the upcoming stage adaptation of “Coal Miner’s Daughter ... adviser Nancy Russell will act as ...
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New Broadway musical 'Coal Miner's Daughter' to highlight life of Kentucky's Loretta Lynn
Loretta Lynn, right, and Sissy Spacek sang together at a party to celebrate the opening of "Coal Miner's Daughter" in Louisville. Spacek portrayed Lynn in the film. March 5, 1980 During her 60 ...