Five Grammys. Sixty Dove Awards. Fifty No. 1 radio hits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Steven Curtis Chapman is not lacking in industry honors. But this week the Christian music veteran is getting a little extra special recognition. On Friday, he\u2019s going to be inducted into the membership of the Grand Ole Opry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After nearly 40 years in the industry, Chapman\u2019s entry into the country music institution is a full-circle moment. He first performed on the storied Nashville stage as a 19-year-old aspiring musician, just starting his career. Now, he will have a permanent place there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Grand Ole Opry, a live radio program broadcast from Nashville since 1925, has a rich history, featuring some of the biggest names in country and popular music\u2014artists like B. B. King, Mahalia Jackson, and The Beach Boys have all appeared as guests. Membership is a lifetime invitation to be part of the regular roster of Opry performers. There are currently only 74 members, including Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Garth Brooks, Luke Combs, and Lainey Wilson. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Country artist Ricky Skaggs surprised<\/a> Chapman with the membership announcement during a live show at the Opry in July. Chapman will be the first contemporary Christian music (CCM) star to become a member. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Read it all<\/a>.<\/p> Thanks to my friends at @CTmagazine<\/a> for this great article!https:\/\/t.co\/OhokiVeeFe<\/a><\/p>— Steven Curtis Chapman (@StevenCurtis) October 31, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote>