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Brad Paisley to Lead Opry 100 Honors for Little Jimmy Dickens
Paisley to pay tribute to his Grand Ole Opry hero and friend on the 25th anniversary of his own Opry induction.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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As Brad Paisley celebrates his 25th anniversary as an Opry member, he's planning to pay tribute to one of his greatest Grand Ole Opry heroes and friends, the late Little Jimmy Dickens, on March 21. Paisley will be joined by fellow Opry stars Bill Anderson, The Gatlin Brothers, Trace Adkins, The Oak Ridge Boys, and 49 Winchester to honor the legendary country music performer.
Why it matters
Little Jimmy Dickens was a beloved and influential figure in country music, known for his comic hits and long-running association with the Grand Ole Opry. Paisley's tribute will celebrate Dickens' legacy and the enduring significance of the Opry as a platform for country music's most iconic artists.
The details
Dickens, who passed away in 2015, was the one who invited Paisley to join the Opry cast back in 2001. Paisley's tribute will feature performances of some of Dickens' most famous songs, including 'Take an Old Cold 'Tater (And Wait),' 'A-Sleeping at the Foot of the Bed,' and 'May the Bird of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose.' Paisley has also featured Dickens in his own music videos over the years.
- Brad Paisley was officially inducted into the Opry cast on February 17, 2001.
- The Opry 100 Honors Little Jimmy Dickens event is scheduled for March 21, 2026.
The players
Brad Paisley
A country music singer-songwriter who is celebrating his 25th anniversary as an Opry member and will be leading the tribute to Little Jimmy Dickens.
Little Jimmy Dickens
A legendary country music performer known for his comic hits and long association with the Grand Ole Opry, who passed away in 2015.
Bill Anderson
A country music singer-songwriter and Opry member who will be performing at the tribute event.
The Gatlin Brothers
A country music vocal group that will be performing at the tribute event.
Trace Adkins
A country music singer-songwriter and Opry member who will be performing at the tribute event.
What they’re saying
“Little Jimmy Dickens was one of my greatest Grand Ole Opry heroes and friends. I'm honored to be able to pay tribute to him on the 25th anniversary of my own Opry induction.”
— Brad Paisley
What’s next
The Opry 100 Honors Little Jimmy Dickens event is scheduled for March 21, 2026, where Brad Paisley and other Opry stars will perform in tribute to the late country music legend.
The takeaway
The Opry 100 Honors Little Jimmy Dickens event highlights the enduring legacy of the Grand Ole Opry and the deep connections between country music's most iconic performers. Paisley's tribute to his friend and mentor Dickens underscores the Opry's role in fostering these meaningful artistic relationships.
