In a moving and emotional statement that has stirred the hearts of country music fans everywhere, Jessi Colter — the legendary singer-songwriter and widow of outlaw icon Waylon Jennings — has broken her silence with a message that brought many to tears. Speaking from her home in Arizona, the 80-year-old artist opened up about her current health, the legacy she carries, and a promise she now feels ready to honor. 💬 “I’ve kept my thoughts to myself for a long time,” Jessi shared. “But today, I feel it’s time to speak… not for me, but for Waylon. For love. For the years that have passed.”
In a moving and emotional statement that has stirred the hearts of country music fans everywhere, Jessi Colter — the legendary singer-songwriter and widow of outlaw icon Waylon Jennings — has broken her silence with a message that brought many to tears. Speaking from her home in Arizona, the 80-year-old artist opened up about her current health, the legacy she carries, and a promise she now feels ready to honor. 💬 “I’ve kept my thoughts to myself for a long time,” Jessi shared. “But today, I feel it’s time to speak… not for me, but for Waylon. For love. For the years that have passed.”