Kelly Sutton has landed an amazing new gig! The longtime Nashville media personality is moving over to WSM Radio. She will host "The Kelly Sutton Show" starting on Monday, August 10. Alongside being a staple in the Nashville media world, Sutton is the first-ever female announcer for the Grand Ole Opry.
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Sutton announced the next step in her career via a statement to The Tennessean.
"I am truly honored to be entrusted with carrying on the incredible legacy of WSM Radio. Being part of Coffee, Country & Cody for the past five years has been one of the greatest privileges of my career," Sutton shared. "Bill Cody was so much more than a coworker—he was a dear friend, a mentor, and someone who helped shape both my career and my love for this audience. Our listeners have always felt like family, and that won't change."
Sutton then continued by sharing her vision for the upcoming show.
"I'm excited to help create a morning show that's filled with laughter, great music, and genuine connection. Charlie, Annie, Amber and I can't wait to wake up with our listeners each morning and continue the tradition of making WSM feel like home."
WSM Management Also Shared a Statement About Kelly Sutton
When speaking with The Tennessean, WSM General Manager Eric Marcum shared his excitement for Kelly's upcoming new show.
"Kelly's personality, her passion for the music community, and the genuine relationships she's built with artists and fans is exactly what our listeners connect with," Marcum said. "We're excited to continue WSM's long tradition of live, local programming that connects with audiences around the world. The Kelly Sutton Show will carry on the authentic Nashville storytelling that have been at the heart of WSM and The Grand Ole Opry for more than 100 years."
"The Kelly Sutton Show" will air weekdays between 6am and 10am CT. WSM will share clips of the show across its social media channels. Furthermore, fans from around the globe can tune into the show live via WSMRadio.com.
WSM is clearly entering into a new era. Sutton is the ideal person to be at the forefront of those changes.
