Emmy Russell, Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter, Wows ‘American Idol’ Judges with Original Performance of ‘Skinny’ – Watch Now!

Nashville, Tennessee – American Idol fans were in for a surprise during Sunday night’s episode when Emmy Russell, the granddaughter of country music icon Loretta Lynn, took the stage to audition. The 24-year-old Nashville native showcased her songwriting skills by performing an original piano ballad titled “Skinny,” earning praise from judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan. Russell, who grew up surrounded by music thanks to her grandmother’s legacy, shared that she has always …

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