Brian Cleary

That Time Naomi Judd Said Hi to Me

The Judds and the Clearys Photo: Saga Communications/Brian Cleary

That Time Naomi Judd Said Hi to Me

It was so sad to hear that Naomi Judd died over the weekend, on the day before the Judds would be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

My wife Elaine and I had the fortune of spending some time with Naomi and Wynonna backstage at Pine Knob in Detroit, Michigan. Both Naomi and Wynonna were so kind to my wife, spending almost all of time speaking with her, but who could blame them! They were terrific!

I somehow ended up with front row seats to that night’s show. And, in the middle of the Judds set, Naomi walked to the edge of the stage where we were sitting, waved and said “Hi Brian!” It was one of those cool, you’ll never forget moments.

An amazing woman, who created some timeless songs with her daughter, Naomi will live on through The Judds music. If you haven’t, and have an opportunity, read “Love Can Build a Bridge” by Naomi and Wynonna and get an insight into their rollercoaster life.

#RIP Naomi Judd – thanks for your kindness, music and an amazing memoriy!

More Brian Cleary

Sunday, May 1, 202205/01/2022

That Time Naomi Judd Said Hi to Me

It was so sad to hear that Naomi Judd died over the weekend, on the day before the Judds would…

Thursday, October 28, 202110/28/2021

All You Need to Know About Disney On Ice!

92.5 Kickin’ Country is proud to be helping to welcome “Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Friends” to the North…

Wednesday, September 15, 202109/15/2021

90s Photos of the 3 Stars Sharing the Stage With Blake

I was lucky enough to share the 90s with some of the decade’s biggest stars, three of whom are part…

Tuesday, February 2, 202102/02/2021

This Man Needs Your Help

Kenny Chesney needs your assistance. And, if you help him out, he’ll be happy to give you a reward.…

Monday, January 25, 202101/25/2021

Get Paid To Taste Candy!

How’d you like to earn just under $50,000 a year to taste candy and chocolate? This isn’t a temporary, one-shot…

Recent Headlines

5 hours ago in Sports

PWHL to reach national US TV audience with Scripps Sports to broadcast neutral site game in Detroit

The Professional Women's Hockey League is coming to a TV set near you in the United States. The league announced that its neutral-site game at Detroit on March 28 between the New York Sirens and Montreal Victoire will be the first accessible to a national U.S. television audience.

6 hours ago in National

Epstein’s longtime accountant testifies on his wealth and business ties

House lawmakers were digging into Jeffrey Epstein's sprawling financial portfolio on Wednesday as a committee deposed his former accountant and tried to understand his connections to some of the world's wealthiest men.

23 hours ago in Entertainment

Oscars preview: Producers tease ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ and ‘Sinners’ celebrations

The producers behind the 98th Academy Awards have set out to celebrate not just the hit song "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters", but the cultural phenomenon of the film itself. That logic is why the only other nominated song that will get a moment on the broadcast is "I Lied to You," from "Sinners," a blockbuster hit and the most-nominated film of all time.

23 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Q&A: Shakira says she feels like she’s just getting started. A Rock Hall nomination begs to differ

Shakira is on her way to drop her son off at flag football practice. It's an ordinary experience for a mother who, in the not-so-recent past, has been at the center of some pretty extraordinary circumstances.

1 day ago in Sports

Bam! Heat’s Adebayo scores 83 points, 2nd only to Wilt Chamberlain in NBA history

Bam Adebayo had a night for all time on Tuesday, with a point total second to only Wilt Chamberlain in the NBA record books. Adebayo scored 83 points, setting league marks for free throws made and attempted in a game for the Miami Heat in a 150-129 win over the Washington Wizards.

1 day ago in Sports

Italy stuns the US 8-6 in World Baseball Classic, leaving the Americans needing help to advance

Kyle Teel, Sam Antonacci and Jac Caglianone homered as Italy built a big lead and held on to stun the United States 8-6 Tuesday night in the World Baseball Classic.