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Underwood Joins Grand Ole Opry

Posted May 11, 08 11:35 AM CDT in Arts & Living    Editor's Choice

(Newser) – "American Idol" winner Carrie Underwood ratcheted up her country cred last night, reports the AP, and can now call herself a Grand Ole Opry cast member. Underwood joined the longest-running radio show, fighting back tears as Garth Brooks handled her induction. "This really seems like a great family to be part of," she said. "I promise I'll do everything I possibly can to not make you regret it."

Inducted based on a number of guest appearances and her commitment to country music, Underwood joins a roster that has included Patsy Cline and Hank Williams Sr. Her first album, “Some Hearts,” sold 7 million copies and had overnight success with hits such as “Before He Cheats” and “Jesus Take the Wheel.” Last fall’s follow-up album included two No. 1 hits.

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Carrie Underwood performs at The Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 15, 2008.   (AP Photo/Josh Anderson)
Grand Ole Opry member Randy Travis, left, invites Carrie Underwood to be the next member of The Grand Ole Opry at The Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 15, 2008.   (AP Photo/Josh Anderson)
Carrie Underwood performs at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tenn., Oct. 9, 2007.   (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
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