Sad news: Porter Wagoner passed away today.
There is an indirect Kellie connection here: Wagoner discovered Dolly Parton and introduced her to the nation on his TV show when she was about 21 (same age as Kellie today). Dolly of course, inspired Kellie.
CMT.com : News : Country Music Hall of Fame Member Porter Wagoner Dies
News : Headlines : Opry Star Porter Wagoner Succumbs to Lung Cancer : Great American Country