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Miami Herald
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Fans grow worried for Tim McGraw after he shares photo of himself and Faith Hill
On Tuesday, July 1, Tim McGraw shared a life update on Instagram. Alongside a photo of the country singer and his wife Faith Hill, who no longer has a presence on Instagram, the longtime couple revealed that they were spending time in Copenhagen, Denmark, for a special reason. 'Hangin with my baby in Copenhagen to see Audrey McGraw on tour with the fabulous Brandi Carlile,' McGraw captioned the photo of himself resting his hands on a cane outside at a table as Hill rested her head on his shoulder. Fans took notice of the cane and shared their worries for McGraw in the comment section. 'Why the cane? Are you OK?' one commenter asked. 'Beautiful photo. Why do you have a cane? Are you ok,' another added. The photo comes a few days after McGraw was forced to step back from a live performance due to ongoing health issues. According to Country Living, McGraw, 58, returned to the stage on May 31 after taking nearly an entire year off from performing to deal with and 'recover from a series of ailments and subsequent complications.' His May 31 show at the Music City Rodeo was the beginning of what was supposed to be the start of several rodeo performances over the next several months, Country Living reported. However, on June 23, it was announced that he would not be able to perform at the Colorado State and Professional Bull Riders 'Last Cowboy Standing' event on July 21 due to back surgery, per Country Living. Earlier this year, Deadline reported that McGraw left his upcoming Netflix series because of an upcoming back surgery after he had orthopedic surgery on both of his knees due to compensating for his back pain in August 2024. According to Deadline, the surgery would require significant recovery time. McGraw hasn't yet shared a personal statement regarding his health.


NBC News
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's daughter says she's 'out and proud queer' in Pride Month post
Gracie McGraw, the daughter of country music stars Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, said she has been an 'out and proud queer, bisexual woman' after tabloid media said she had come out in an Instagram post. The 28-year-old posted a message to her Instagram followers on June 3. 'It has come to my attention that some tabloids have taken an Instagram story I posted yesterday and have used it as click bait saying I've 'come out,'' she wrote. 'Let me be VERY clear here,' she continued. 'I've been an out and proud queer, bisexual woman and I wouldn't have it any other way.' Gracie McGraw added that she has been 'very vocal' about her support of LGBTQ+ rights and the community, and cheekily thanked the media outlets for 'shedding light that it's pride month!!!' 'So many people out there don't have the support, love or understanding from their families when it comes to sexuality or gender identity, but just know that there is a beautiful community out there that loves you and cares about and for you,' she said. Gracie McGraw finished her Instagram story with a call to her followers to check on the people in their lives and 'keep safe out there.' The post comes after she reposted a message on June 2 that read 'Everyone get more gay now' on her Instagram story. 'HAPPY FREAKING PRIDE,' she captioned the post, adding, 'I love being queer.' The reshared post led to several media outlets writing headlines about her message, with many saying she had come out or identified as queer. posted a throwback photo in honor of her 28th birthday last month. 'Can't believe this little bit turns 28 today! Happy birthday to our Gracie! You are a light in this world my sweet girl. So much heart, soul, respect and yes LOADS of talent!!! We hope you have the best day ever and know that you are loved beyond measure! I love you my little girl,' Tim McGraw wrote in the caption of an Instagram post, signing the message with '- Dad.' Gracie McGraw is the oldest child of Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, who also share two younger daughters, Maggie and Audrey. The trio joined their father on stage in Nashville last month while he was performing at the Music City Rodeo on May 31. They performed his 2007 hit 'Last Dollar (Fly Away),' and the country star said his daughters used to belt the song 'when they were little kids.' 'They're all grown up now!' Tim McGraw said at the end of the track before he gave them a hug. 'My girls!'
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tim McGraw Makes Bold Promise to Fans at First Show Since Major Health Scare
Tim McGraw Makes Bold Promise to Fans at First Show Since Major Health Scare originally appeared on Parade. shared a video from his first show since a major health scare—and in it, he made a bold promise to fans. On Saturday, May 31, the country icon, 58, headlined the Music City Rodeo at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. It was McGraw's debut concert since canceling his Standing Only Room Tour in June 2024. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 In the wake of his milestone performance, the "Live Like You Were Dying" crooner took to Instagram with a video of highlights from the show. "NASHVILLE!! I love this town!!!" McGraw declared in his update. "Thank you for such a warm welcome for the inaugural year of @musiccityrodeo!" The montage featured behind-the-scenes shots as well as clips of McGraw singing and the enthusiastic crowd cheering as the fan-favorite track "I Like It, I Love It" played. At the end of the video, the country crooner made a bold promise to the Music City Rodeo crowd, revealing, "We're going to be here every single year, so I want y'all to keep coming out!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tim McGraw (@thetimmcgraw) In the comments, McGraw's Instagram followers rejoiced over his big return. One fan wrote, "Oh my dear Mr. McGraw. You are such a wonderful entertainer…your voice, songs and personality are a pleasure to experience. And you are so easy on the 👀." Another shared, "We are glad you're back and healthy. We love you." Someone else echoed, "Welcome back to the stage, Sir! You have been missed! Can't wait til the next time," as a different Instagram user agreed, writing, "Doesn't get more epic T!" Meanwhile, yet another follower begged, "Tim back on tour 2026 🤠." Ahead of his May 31 concert, McGraw opened up about the seriousness of his health issues. "I'm getting there," McGraw said of his recovery on The Bobby Bones Show. The "Humble and Kind" singer explained he underwent three back surgeries and double knee replacements in the past "six or eight months." Next: Tim McGraw Makes Bold Promise to Fans at First Show Since Major Health Scare first appeared on Parade on Jun 3, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Major country music star plays first show in year after series of surgeries
Tim McGraw overcame various health issues to return to the stage for the first time in more than a year. The country music superstar performed at the Music City Rodeo in Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on Saturday, May 31 following a series of major back surgeries and knee replacements over the past year. 'When you think Tim McGraw we hope you think of us,' the venue posted on X Monday. 'Shoutout to the Rodeo Marshal himself who closed out the final night of Music City Rodeo in true cowboy fashion.' The 58-year-old — who in addition to Reba and Jelly Roll headlined the three-day event — performed a slew of his signature hits such as 'Live Like We're Dying,' 'Southern Voice,' 'I Like It, I Love It,' 'Real Good Man,' 'How Bad Do You Want It' and 'Something Like That,' Music Mayhem Magazine reported. The three-time Grammy Award-winner also played 'Paper Umbrellas,' his current single on country radio, as well as an unreleased song called 'King Rodeo.' The track is expected to appear on McGraw's forthcoming new album, which will follow his 17th studio album, 'Standing Room Only,' from 2023. An exact release date for the album has yet to be announced. 'Thank you! My name's Tim, better known as Faith Hill's husband, which I like a lot,' McGraw said while introducing himself to the sold-out crowd, per Music Mayhem Magazine. 'Welcome to the inaugural Music City Rodeo! Had you had a good time? Give it up for Miss Reba [McEntire], Mr. Jelly Roll and my boys,' the singer said. 'I want to thank my team for putting this together, Pat, Brian, Down Home, everybody that did such a great job. And thanks to you guys for showing up and supporting this. We're going to be here every single year, so I want y'all to keep coming out. It's been a blast doing this and a big hand for the cowboys and cowgirls. It wouldn't be a show without those guys.' Fans on social media applauded McGraw's return as well. 'What an unforgettable performance,' one TikTok user wrote on another video from Music Mayhem Magazine. 'Tim McGraw never fails to deliver such an emotional and powerful show.' 'He's still got it,' another user commented. 'Kudos for him for being able to not miss a beat.' McGraw's three daughters — Gracie (28), Maggie (26), and Audrey (23) — also joined him on stage to sing the final chorus of his 2007 hit, 'Last Dollar (Fly Away).' 'This hits hard because I loved this one as a kid and I'm roughly their age,' one TikTok user wrote on Music Mayhem Magazine's video. 'I'm sobbing and have a lump in my throat,' another user commented. McGraw's return comes after he was forced to cancel his 'Standing Room Only' tour last June because of health issues. The 14-time CMA-winner revealed on 'The Bobby Bones' show May 23 that he had five surgeries in the past '6 to 8 months.' 'I'm on the upswing now,' he told the host. 'Some mornings are good, some mornings it takes a little while, but it's getting there.' McGraw added that he has 'done a lot of rehab, a lot of P-T [physical therapy] and now I'm slowly getting back to a routine.' 'Our hearts are shattered': Country star's husband dies at 72 from mouth cancer 'Let's not twist the message': Country music star clears up viral AMAs moment Country music power couple calls it quits after two years of marriage Country music superstars perform chart-topping duet at Boston Calling Country singer posts bond after Tennessee arrest Read the original article on MassLive.


Forbes
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Jelly Roll Shares A Grateful Spirit As He Headlines Music City Rodeo Show
With the hometown crowd fired up and ready to go, Jelly Roll hit the stage that had just been lowered from the ceiling a short time ago. With rodeo dust still in the air, the stage now covered part of the thick dirt floor, where cowboys had wrapped up competition on Day 2 of the Music City Rodeo, less than an hour ago. He kicked things off with his song 'Heart of Stone.' Jelly, who is currently on tour with Post Malone, did a show in Pittsburgh the night before. He'd flown into Nashville at around 2am that morning. He was clearly happy to be back in town. 'Aww, Nashville,' he said in a booming voice. 'There's no place like home! I've traveled the world, been across the United States, and there's no place like home!' The Nashville-native's warm references to home would set the tone for the next hour-and-a-half where he sang his hits but also stopped several times to talk directly with the audience, often getting emotional. He wanted to express his gratitude, and perhaps a little bit of awe, over his spectacular rise to fame as a country music superstar over the past three years. Throughout the show, he touched on different aspects of his life and journey, when circumstances indicated none of what he's accomplished might be remotely possible. From the days of sneaking into bars as a teenager and selling his mixed tapes on Lower Broadway – to the negative life choices that would later land him in jail. His appearance tonight had special meaning. It marked his third time playing the Bridgestone Arena. He admits four or five years ago, he couldn't imagine playing in much smaller venues. But three years ago, with just two hit songs to his name, the powers that be took a risk on Jelly Roll and booked him here. 'I would have never guessed that hometown show was going to launch me to play 80 arenas across the United States of America and have one of the biggest shows of last year. I never thought a kid from Antioch, Tennessee, was going to end up on tour with Post Malone and selling out stadiums across the world!' The crowd roared with applause. 'I want y'all to know I'd never take this for granted, what ya'll have done for me in this city, and how y'all have changed my life.' He noted how special it was to play this particular show, as Nashville hosts its first-ever professional rodeo. Reba McEntire headlined the first night, Jelly Roll the second, with Tim McGraw capping things for night three. 'I'm honored to be here tonight, but I want to be clear, this not a Jelly Roll show. This is the first Music City Rodeo, and they let Jelly Roll do a show. I'm just here to support the cowboys, and I want to thank the cowboys that stuck around to support me.' Backed by his spectacular band, he rocked the house with familiar songs like 'Get By,' 'Liar,' 'Lonely Road (Country Roads),' 'I Am Not Okay,' 'Need A Favor,' 'Save Me,' and more. He also did covers of Toby Keith's 'Should've Been A Cowboy,' and Garth Brooks' 'I Got Friends In Low Places.' And between songs, he continued sharing his thanks, as well as his faith. 'I'll be honest, coming from where I came from, I didn't think I was going to live to be 30 years old, and if I did, I assumed I'd be in prison, spending the rest of my life there. But God had a different plan for me. And it's by God's grace and God's grace alone I am here tonight!' He hopes sharing his story will inspire others. 'I know it sounds cliché' but I'm a human example that not only do dreams come true, but bad people can be good people. I come here with a message of love, hope, healing, self-belief, second chances, redemption, God's grace, and testimony of the most high. If you believe in change and you're willing to work for that change, then God'll get in the middle of it and it'll change, baby!' In a world where so many of Jelly's dreams have come true, he decided to step out, and share another. 'I want to be the first act to play Nissan Stadium when it opens in the Spring of 2027, y'all. Please let the local boy open up the new stadium. Sorry, I know that's crazy, but I've got to speak it into existence. I believe it.' Jelly Roll has proven - believing is key. As the show drew to a close, he remarked on the power of music to heal broken hearts and serve as medicine or therapeutic. 'I believe music says what the soul cannot say.' He's grateful so many of his own songs written because they said what 'he' needed to hear, are now resonating others. He reminded the crowd for anyone struggling to keep in mind, 'It might not always be okay, but I can promise you, it's always alright.' He wrapped things up with his song 'I Am Not Okay,' which says exactly that. Right after his Music City Rodeo show, Jelly Roll thanked and bid Nashville farewell, for now. He headed off to board a plane to rejoin Post Malone on tour.