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Wynonna Judd made a triumphant return to Austin City Limits for the program’s milestone 50th season. Her last appearance on the show was almost three decades ago. The singer is still struggling with the loss of her beloved mother, Naomi Judd. Wynonna channeled her mom during the rendition of one of The Judds’ most beloved songs. Stay on this page to watch.
Wynonna Judd Returns To Austin City Limits
The first episode of Austin City Limits was filmed in 1974 and premiered on PBS in 1975. The first show featured then up-and-coming singer Willie Nelson. The now-iconic performer has appeared on the show a record-breaking 19 times! ACL marked Season 50 this year with a slate of star-studded performances.
Wynonna Judd was the performer on the episode that was taped in September and aired on November 9. Her last appearance was on to kick off the show’s 22nd season in 1997.
Wynonna Judd Channels Her Late Mother During Performance
Wynonna Judd’s first appearance on Austin City Limits was with her mother, Naomi Judd, in 1985. At the time, the mother-daughter duo were performing together as The Judds. They disbanded in 1991 and Wynonna Judd pursued a successful solo career. The Judds reunited often over the years and were planning a tour in late 2022.
Sadly, Naomi Judd died by suicide in April 2022 after a long battle with mental health issues. Wynonna Judd honored the tour dates despite grieving for her late mother. According to American Songwriter, she told the Austin City Limits audience that touring helped her heal from the massive loss.
“I am a woman of faith, and that has been tested these past two years. I lost my momma to suicide, and when she died, I thought I would die of a broken heart. So, instead, I went on tour. A lot of people didn’t understand why. I now understand it’s because the music healed me, and the fans supported me through a very difficult time in my life.”
Wynonna Judd’s 11-set song included a solo rendition of The Judds’ 1988 hit “Give A Little Love.” But she wasn’t alone on the stage. She channeled her mother at the start of the song. “My momma was such a little prissy butt. She moved like this,” she joked before mimicking her mom’s habit of swaying her arms side-to-side while singing.
Wynonna Judd released her latest album, Back to Wy: Live in September. Fans can see her live in concert in Las Vegas on December 11, 13, and 14.