Jelly Roll to Join the Grand Ole Opry Family March 10

The “full-circle” story of Jelly Roll is reaching its most prestigious milestone yet. Nashville’s own multi-Grammy winner will officially be inducted as the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry on March 10, 2026.

In a moment that has already gone viral, the invitation came during Jelly Roll’s appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience. Rogan surprised the superstar with a video message from his longtime mentor and Opry member, Craig Morgan, officially asking him to join the family.

An Unforgettable Induction Night

The induction ceremony promises to be a star-studded affair reflecting Jelly Roll’s deep roots in the Nashville community:

Inducted by: Reigning Opry member and close friend Lainey Wilson.
Special Performances: Featuring Craig Morgan, ERNEST, and comedian Leanne Morgan, among others.

From the Audience to the Center Stage

Jelly Roll’s connection to the Opry is deeply personal. Years ago, shortly after being released from prison, he sat in the Opry audience and watched Craig Morgan perform “Almost Home”, a moment he credits as life-changing.

Since making his own Opry debut on November 9, 2021, he has become a fixture of the institution, mentoring rising talent through the Opry NextStage program and frequently taking the stage to share his message of redemption.

A Historic 2026 for the “Beautifully Broken” Star

This induction follows a massive sweep at the 2026 Grammy Awards, where Jelly Roll won every category he was nominated for:

Best Contemporary Country Album: Beautifully Broken
Best Country Duo/Group Performance: “Amen” (with Shaboozey)
Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song: “Hard Fought Hallelujah” (with Brandon Lake)

As the Grand Ole Opry continues its 100th-anniversary celebration throughout 2026, including an upcoming performance at Carnegie Hall on March 20, adding Jelly Roll to the roster cements the bridge between country music’s storied history and its vibrant future.