Elle King Makes a Comeback on Social Media Post Grand Ole Opry Incident

Elle King Returns to Social Media After Grand Ole Opry Fiasco

Elle King. John Parra/Getty Images for Audacy

Elle King has made a comeback on social media after almost two months since her controversial Grand Ole Opry performance.

"Ope there she is," King, who is 34 years old, shared on Instagram on Sunday, March 3, along with a series of pictures from her recent shows.

The slideshow featured various pictures of her performing on stage. Additionally, King posted a photo she captured backstage with Kyle Richards at the Extra Innings Festival in Tempe, Arizona on Friday, March 1st. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills celebrity, 55, expressed her excitement about watching the singer perform live.

Richards responded in the comments section, saying, "You were amazing!!"

In King's post, she didn't just feature Richards, but also shared a lovely photo of her dad, Rob Schneider, giving her a kiss on the cheek.

She also talked about the effort she put into preparing for her performance, showing a video of her workout before the show and a picture of her with a bleeding lip backstage.

King had been relatively quiet on social media until her recent post on Monday. This came after her intoxicated performance at the Grand Ole Opry in January, where she paid tribute to Dolly Parton on her 78th birthday. Social media footage from that night showed King slurring her words on stage and openly admitting that she was drunk.

During her performance, a heckler shouted at King, to which she responded with a joke, saying, "You ain't getting your money back." She then added, "I'll tell you one thing more: 'Hi, my name is Elle King [and] I'm f—king hammered.'"

Elle King Returns to Social Media After Grand Ole Opry Fiasco

Elle King performs live. Mark Horton/Getty Images

Fans were shocked by the King's declaration at a recent event, leading to criticism on social media. The Opry later apologized for the performance due to the backlash.

Although King remained silent on the incident, she decided to postpone her upcoming shows in January and February without providing any reason for the change in schedule.

"Your tickets will be honored for the rescheduled dates," she shared on her Instagram Story at the end of January. "If you're unable to attend the new date, refunds can be obtained at the place of purchase. Looking forward to seeing you there!"

In addition, Parton, who is 78 years old, commented on King's performance and mentioned that she had a conversation with her following the controversial set.

Parton expressed her admiration for Elle King in a February interview with E! News, calling her "a doll." She emphasized the importance of using positive words like forgiveness, friends, and forget it, rather than negative ones.

Additionally, Parton defended King, recognizing that everyone makes mistakes and stating that King should not be criticized or condemned for her actions.

Parton added that the person in question feels worse about the situation than anyone else. Despite going through tough times, she is a talented individual. Parton believes that the incident occurred because she had consumed too much alcohol. It is important to move past this, as she is not only a great artist but also a wonderful person.

Editor's P/S:

Elle King's return to social media after her controversial Grand Ole Opry performance is a testament to her resilience and determination. The fact that she has shared behind-the-scenes moments from her recent shows, including photos with her father and Kyle Richards, suggests that she is embracing the support of her loved ones and fans. Despite the criticism she faced, it is encouraging to see that she has not let it overshadow her passion for music.

Dolly Parton's compassionate response to the incident highlights the importance of forgiveness and understanding. Her recognition that everyone makes mistakes and that King should not be defined by her actions is a reminder that we should all strive to be more empathetic and supportive of one another. Parton's words serve as a valuable lesson in the power of redemption and the importance of giving people the opportunity to learn and grow from their experiences.