Emmy Russell Sends Tearful Message to Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter in Heaven

Emmy Russell, the granddaughter of country music legend Loretta Lynn, recently shared a heartfelt message for her late grandmother in Heaven. In the emotional video, Russell tearfully expresses her wish that Lynn could have met her baby daughter, born in February of this year.

The message to Lynn was a part of a music video Russell is creating for a song titled “Phone Call to Heaven,” in collaboration with her husband and fellow musician Tyler Ward. The video features emotional messages to late loved ones, with Ward also leaving a message for his late father. Russell, known for her time as a contestant on American Idol, has continued to release music and share her journey through pregnancy and motherhood, including the near-fatal complications she experienced postpartum.

Although Russell is forging her own path in the music industry, she has always held a deep appreciation for her grandmother’s music. In her message to Lynn, she reflects on Lynn’s illness and decline before her passing in 2022 at the age of 90. Expressing her love and longing, Russell states, “I’m so happy that you’re in a place where you don’t feel alone and you’re just no longer sick anymore. I love you so much. I miss you so much.”

The music video also invites fans to participate by sending in their own messages to late loved ones. Russell shared a number for fans to call and leave their own “Phone Call to Heaven,” encouraging participants to tag themselves on social media so she and Ward can compile the clips into a video for their song.

The video project serves as a touching tribute not only to Lynn but also to all those who have lost loved ones. It is a way for fans to express their emotions and messages to those they have lost, creating a space for healing and remembrance through music.

Overall, Russell’s message to her grandmother is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of love and connection, even beyond the physical realm. Through her music and heartfelt words, she continues to honor her heritage while sharing her own unique voice and experiences with the world.