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WATCH – KYGO host & Colorado native, Shawn Patrick, talks to 9News about hosting the Grand Ole Opry

Nov 5, 2025, 4:29 PM

This year marks the centennial anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry – the longest-running radio show in the world and one of the most important radio programs in broadcasting history with Grand Ole Opry – Opry 100 celebrations all year long. Radio hosts from all around the country have been asked to be a guest announcer at the celebration and Colorado Native and 98.5 KYGO afternoon host, Shawn Patrick, is among the distinguished hosts.

Shawn, a Greeley, Colorado-native, spoke with 9News in preparation of his second appearance on the Opry stage. Watch the interview below:

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WATCH – KYGO host & Colorado native, Shawn Patrick, talks to 9News about hosting the Grand Ole Opry