The country star commented on the Opry's Instagram post to clap back at those criticizing the rising singer/songwriter.

Kelsea Ballerini at The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards held at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 17, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Kelsea Ballerini is standing up for Stella Lefty and reminding critics what she believes the Grand Ole Opry is all about.

After she made her Opry debut on Tuesday, the Nashville institution shared a special backstage moment with two young St. Jude patients, with Lefty singing her viral song “Boston” with the children as they enthusiastically joined in.