JIMMY FORTUNE JOINS 2026 “ONE LAST RIDE” TOUR — A FAREWELL WRITTEN IN SONG

It is rare in music for a single tour to feel like history in motion, but that is exactly what awaits in 2026. The “One Last Ride” Tour has already been called the most emotional farewell in the history of country music, and now it carries even deeper resonance with the announcement that Jimmy Fortune, the soaring voice once at the heart of The Statler Brothers, will be part of the journey.

For longtime fans, Jimmy’s inclusion feels like more than a booking — it feels like a homecoming. Known for his heartfelt ballads and angelic tenor, Fortune joined The Statler Brothers in the early 1980s, carrying their harmonies into a new era with classics like “Elizabeth” and “More Than a Name on a Wall.” His voice did more than fill a space; it became a lifeline for fans who found hope, memory, and faith within every note.

Now, as he takes the stage once again, Jimmy Fortune will not be alone. He will stand beside some of the greatest names ever to grace country music. Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, George Strait, Alan Jackson, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, and many more are set to unite under the same banner. Together, they will create what promises to be not just a concert tour, but a living tribute to country’s golden legacy.

Each stop on the tour will carry its own meaning. For some, it will be the chance to see legends they have loved for decades. For others, it will be the final time to witness these artists together, harmonizing across generations and reminding the world of what country music has always been: songs of love, loss, faith, and resilience.

Jimmy Fortune’s presence adds a layer of memory that cannot be overstated. His journey with The Statler Brothers gave voice to small-town life, family traditions, and the deep faith that runs through the veins of American music. To hear him sing alongside Willie Nelson’s weathered warmth, Dolly Parton’s sparkling fire, and George Strait’s timeless calm will be to witness a harmony that stretches across eras.

The “One Last Ride” Tour is more than a farewell; it is a final chorus sung by the voices who defined not just a genre, but a way of life. As these legends take the stage, they will carry with them not only their own stories, but the stories of the fans who grew up, fell in love, and found comfort in their songs.

The full schedule has now been revealed, and anticipation is building. Each date is already being called a once-in-a-lifetime event, a gathering where memories will be rekindled, tears will be shed, and gratitude will overflow. For country music, this is not just the end of an era. It is a legendary goodbye — one that no fan will want to miss.

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