Niall Horan Talks the Grand Ole Opry, Reba McEntire, and Blake Shelton
The singer reflects on fulfilling a longtime dream, discusses his friendship with Thomas Rhett, and more.
Niall Horan is celebrating several career milestones. During an appearance on The Highway (Ch. 56) with host Cody Alan, the One Direction alum opened up about performing at the legendary Grand Ole Opry, working alongside Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton on “The Voice,” and his longtime friendship with Thomas Rhett.
Looking ahead to his Grand Ole Opry debut, Niall admitted he never imagined he’d one day perform on country music’s most famous stage.
“I can’t even say I dreamt it up because it felt so far removed for me,” he said. “I never thought that I would get the call-up to play at the Opry.”
The singer added, “My love for country music goes a long way back. I just can’t believe that I’m going to be stood in the circle, in the same circle as some of those legends.”
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Niall also praised his former “The Voice” coaches, calling Reba McEntire “exactly” who fans see on television.
“What you see is what you get with Reba McEntire,” he said. “She’s just the best.”
He credited Blake Shelton with helping him settle into his first season as a coach.
“I’d say just be yourself,” Niall said on the advice Blake gave him. “It’s very easy to sit in that chair and just overthink everything you’re saying and doing.”
Niall also discussed his friendship with Thomas Rhett, explaining how years of writing songs and playing golf together led to their upcoming stadium performance.
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