Country Music Hall of Famer Wynonna Judd has praised Ella Langley for canceling a recent concert due to safety concerns. Judd, 62, stated that the "Choosin' Texas" hitmaker made the right decision, a view she expressed during a recent appearance on OutKick's "Tomi Lahren Is Fearless."
Judd noted her own experience with security, saying she has had the FBI present while on the road dealing with threats. She observed that such situations occur and that individuals must determine the next appropriate action. "I think she did the right thing," Judd said.
Langley, 27, addressed the audience at United Supermarkets Arena last Saturday night regarding her decision. She explained that she was responsible for a decision affecting 15,000 people and chose the path she could live with for the rest of her life. According to Taste of Country, Langley stated she would make the same decision again if the situation arose tomorrow or the next day.
"A concert's not worth a human life. It's not," Langley told the crowd. She emphasized that if the venue felt unsafe, she would not proceed. "I'm not doing it because a concert's not worth a human life," she added.
The discussion also touched on criticism Langley has faced regarding old hunting pictures and other matters. Judd responded to this scrutiny by urging a focus on musical talent rather than past images. "Welcome to the internet, my friend," Judd quipped. She expressed a desire for the public to celebrate artists' gifts, such as winning awards or achieving record sales, rather than fixating on personal history.
Judd credited her mother, Naomi Judd, for keeping the family grounded and mindful of their blessings despite success. She recalled how Naomi would celebrate achievements, such as winning five Grammys, but then return to work the following day with a practical attitude. "Each person gets their time. That's the way," Judd said.
Although Judd has won five Grammys herself, she noted that awards shows have changed significantly. She said she still watches the Grammys ceremony but is unsure if she would attend other awards events even if invited. Judd cited the absence of industry elders like Dolly Parton, George Strait, Johnny Cash, Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and George Jones as a reason for her distance from these events. She described memories of being with these artists as some of the happiest times of her life, feeling that their absence makes the current atmosphere different.