đ Both of Scotty McCreeryâs grandmothers died just hours apart⊠And the very next day, he stood on stageâbarely holding back tearsâas he sang âFive More Minutes.â What happened during that performance left the entire crowd in silenceâŠ
A Double Family Tragedy
How They Passed
Scottyâs mother, Judy McCreery, revealed that Grandma Janet succumbed shortly after 1:00 PM to complications from norovirus, the flu, and pneumonia at age 85. Just three hours later, his paternal grandmother, Paquita, who had been in declining health, passed away at age 93. Paquita endeared herself to millions when she appeared on Celebrity Family Feud in 2018, charming host Steve Harvey and viewers alike with her playful wit.
Honoring a Promise: The Ohio Concert
Despite his profound sorrow, Scotty honored his commitment to perform at the Country Concert Festival in Fort Loramie, Ohio, on July 10. As he began âFive More Minutesââa song he co-wrote after losing his grandfatherâhis emotions overwhelmed him. Viewers saw him choke up, pause mid-lyric, and draw strength from the gentle support of the audience, many of whom knew of his familyâs tragedy.
The Story Behind âFive More Minutesâ
Screenshots of Love and Support
Fans Rally Around Scotty
The video of Scottyâs emotional performance spread quickly online. Fans flooded social media with messages of love, admiration, and prayers, celebrating his courage in sharing such a vulnerable moment onstage.
A Song That Speaks to Us All
âFive More Minutesâ has always been an anthem for anyone whoâs ever wished for more time with someone they cherish. In this moment, Scotty McCreeryâs song becomes a universal reminder of gratitude, love, and the fragile beauty of life. Our hearts go out to Scotty, Gabi, little Avery, Judy, and the entire McCreery family as they honor the legacies of Janet and Paquitaâtwo remarkable women who will forever live on in their memories and in the music that brings us together.
