Trailblazing Country Music Singer Jeannie Seely Dies At 85

Jeannie Seely, who played a pivotal role in transforming the image of women in country music, has died at the age of 85. According to the Country Music Association, Seely passed away on Friday in a Nashville-area hospice, after succumbing to an intestinal infection. Seely made her debut at the iconic Grand Ole Opry in 1966 at the age of 25, going on to make a staggering 5,397 appearances at the venue – more than any other performer. She made history as the first woman to host the Opry show, and in 1985, became the first female to host a full half-segment of the program. Throughout her illustrious career, Seely recorded over a dozen Top 40 country hits, including the Grammy-winning “Don’t Touch Me.” Known for her confidence, wit, and trailblazing spirit, Seely was widely regarded as a feminist icon, championing equal opportunities for women in the male-dominated country music industry. (UPI)

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