Ty herndon is gay

Or Kathy Mattea! A lot of these generations of kids will be watching the show because of Brothers Osborne and some of these amazing new acts that are on the radio today. What does it mean to you to have her be part of the concert? I was watching the CMA awards that evening when she was the only artist who had on a red ribbon.

Ty Herndon Risked His Career to Come Out, But He's a Fighter

They're going to do amazing things. But I just would love to Nashville recognize the heart and soul of the artist and take the label away. And I think that's a good place to land. I love what T. He unapologetically stands up for who he is in country music, and it's just about the music and the man, and I love that.

Still going strong: an interview with gay country artist Ty Herndon

Ty Herndon: 7 years after coming out, country singer is 'astounded at how far we've come'

Two stars made their personal announcements on the same day. Herndon, 52, went first, telling People magazine that he realized he was gay when he was about 10 years old and told his loved ones ten years later. Now, in a happy relationship with his longtime partner, Matt, Herndon is looking forward to one day marrying and starting a family.