Jelly Roll proves achieves a powerful (and rare) honor | Music City Minute

A modern-day “Man in Black” is now a bona fide member of the Grand Ole Opry. This week, friends Craig Morgan, Ernest and comedian Leanne Morgan were on-hand to celebrate Jelly Roll’s Opry induction in front of a packed house. Additionally, Lainey Wilson delivered a heartfelt speech where she called Jelly Roll a true friend and mentor, followed by the presentation of the Nashville native’s official membership trophy. The night was made even more special with the inclusion of Jelly Roll’s family, who watched in awe from the front row. Not only that, the “Haunted” singer was strengthened by the spirit of Johnny Cash: proudly wearing a gold cross, on loan from the Cash estate, that belonged to the original man in black. Jason “Jelly Roll” DeFord joins the 100-year-old highly elite club consisting of 235 total members. Of those, only 77 are active members, while two members are considered active but retired.

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