BREAKING NEWS: Jimmy Fortune and Don Reid of The Statler Brothers Join the “All-American Halftime Show” — A Powerful and Patriotic Alternative to the Super Bowl 60 Halftime Event
In a moment that has thrilled fans across the nation, country music legends Jimmy Fortune and Don Reid — two of the original voices that defined The Statler Brothers’ golden harmony — have officially been invited to join the highly anticipated “All-American Halftime Show.” The event, already being hailed as the most emotional and unifying music celebration of the year, will serve as a powerful and patriotic alternative to the Super Bowl 60 Halftime Event.
Set to take place in Nashville, Tennessee, the show continues to grow into a landmark gathering of faith, legacy, and music. With Alan Jackson, George Strait, Trace Adkins, Kix Brooks, Ronnie Dunn, Willie Nelson, and Lukas Nelson already confirmed, the addition of Jimmy Fortune and Don Reid brings a depth of tradition and heart few acts can match. Together, these voices will carry forward the message that inspired the show’s creation — a message of faith, freedom, and the enduring American spirit — all in honor of the late Charlie Kirk, whose life and vision continue to inspire this national movement.
Organized by Erika Kirk, Charlie’s widow, the “All-American Halftime Show” was conceived as more than just entertainment — it’s a statement of gratitude and belief. “Charlie always said music could heal and unite,” Erika shared in a recent press release. “Having Don and Jimmy — two men whose harmonies once reminded America what togetherness sounds like — means the world to us.”
Fans of The Statler Brothers know the emotional weight this reunion carries. Though decades have passed since their farewell tour, the bond between Fortune and Reid has remained strong — rooted in years of shared stages, miles of road, and songs that became part of America’s soul. Classics like “Bed of Roses,” “Elizabeth,” “Flowers on the Wall,” and “More Than a Name on a Wall” are expected to be part of the tribute, each carrying new meaning in the light of the show’s patriotic theme.
According to event insiders, Jimmy Fortune and Don Reid will deliver a special medley titled “Voices of Faith,” blending their most beloved Statler hits with the newly written anthem “His Name Was Charlie,” penned by Neil Diamond as a musical tribute to Charlie Kirk’s legacy. The performance will feature a full orchestra, a gospel choir, and a projected visual montage honoring both Charlie Kirk and the American servicemen and women who’ve stood for faith and freedom through generations.
“This isn’t about nostalgia,” Don Reid said in a statement earlier today. “It’s about gratitude — for our country, for our fans, and for the chance to sing one more song that matters.”
Jimmy Fortune added, “Every note we sing that night will be for the people who still believe in the goodness of this land — and for the ones who gave their all to protect it.”
The “All-American Halftime Show” will air live opposite the official Super Bowl broadcast, and producers are already predicting record-breaking viewership. Social media reaction has been immediate and emotional, with fans calling it “the halftime America’s been waiting for.”
As the lineup grows, the show’s purpose becomes even clearer — it’s not just a concert, but a testament to the spirit of unity that built this nation. When Don Reid and Jimmy Fortune step onto that stage together once more, it won’t just be a performance. It will be a homecoming — a return to the kind of harmony that America remembers, and still longs to hear.
Because in the end, when voices like theirs rise again — faith finds its melody, and freedom finds its song.