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Who Are Emmy Russell's Parents? All About Her Family As Loretta Lynn’s Granddaughter Wows American Idol Judges During Audition
The upcoming star Emmy Russel has already impressed the judges on American Idol. Now it is time that we look into what made her such a great talent. Know about her parents and how they support her.
In the recent episode of American Idol, the judges were blown away by the impressive performance of Emmy Russell. Moreover, they were amazed to know the roots that she shares with the music industry.
The granddaughter of legendary country singer Loretta Lynn, elated the panel including Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan as she sang her song Skinny. Let’s dive deep into where she comes from and her memories with the Fist City singer.
Family of Emmy Russell
Russell gave a powerful performance on the American Idol episode that aired on Sunday, but as she continued after her song, the promising songwriter revealed “Growing up, I sang music my entire life.”
Further introducing herself, the performer stated, “I just love writing. I’m 24 years old. Songwriter, I love music. I don’t really sing out as much anymore, but growing up I sang on the road with… my grandma’s a country singer.”
This made the Country Girl singer curious, who asked Emmy about her grandmother. Upon knowing that she comes from a lineage of great musicians, the judges had no option but to be shocked, with no doubt in her talent. 
Emmy Russell even gave a brief hitch of her life and journey into music. She spoke of the ranch of Loretta Lynn in Hurricane Mills and stated that she and her family grew up on the same farm.
While speaking of her grandma, Russel stated “She’s one of the biggest country music singers of all time, but to me she’s just my grandma, and growing up on the bus and all that was very normal to me.”
Russell’s mother Patsy Lynn is one of the twin daughters that Loretta has. She was part of a country duo, with Peggy, her sister, called The Lynns from the 1990s.
Both Patsy and Phillip Russell, the father of the American Idol contestant are known to provide a nurturing environment and encourage her for her dreams and talents in country music.
What Impression did Emmy Russell leave on the judges?
Although, quite familiar with performing on stage, the Judges felt that Emmy Russell was a bit quiet and shy.
During her performance, Russell sang some strong yet emotional lyrics like “Haven’t eaten in days” and “God I hate how you made me,” over which the Roar artist asked her to be more confident.
Understanding the “big shoes” she has to fill, Richie encouraged her with words like “We just need to lift you up and get you more confident,” while also asking her to trust her voice.
Russell has been selected to move ahead in the competition, and we are in to experience her talent in Hollywood’s round of American Idol.
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