Carrie Underwood may have started as a contestant on "American Idol," but thanks to her powerhouse voice and popularity in the country music world she has been tapped to be a member of the Grande Ole Opry. Underwood will become the newest member of the Opry, having been invited on Saturday by country artist Randy Travis. The Opry, established in 1925, is the longest continuously running radio show in the country.
Underwood will be inducted into the Opry on May 10, becoming one of the latest of young musicians to become Opry members. Recent young hit makers include Brad Paisely, Josh Turner and Dierks Benltey.
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