American country singer and songwriter Loretta Lynn made a surprise appearance at the Music Hall of Fame Induction, one of her her first one since suffering from a stroke earlier this year. The singer took the stage so she could induct country singer Alan Jackson into the hall of fame, and said a few words in support of his impressive career.

She confessed that after the first time Lynn had met Alan Jackson, she thought he’d “be one of the greatest singers in country music.” Watch the clip of the awesome moment below.

Loretta Lynn’s stroke back in May, shortly after her 85 birthday, caused her to postpone her album Wouldn’t It Be Great to 2018, and cancel her 2017 tour dates.

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