Wynonna Judd on Mom Naomi's Death: "I Feel Joy, I Feel Sorrow" | PEOPLE

In this exclusive interview with Wynonna Judd, the country superstar opens up about her mother Naomi's suicide, how she's honoring Naomi on her current tour, and just how difficult the healing process has been for her: "Don't let anyone tell you that crying is a weakness."
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Wynonna Judd on Mom Naomi's Death: "I Feel Joy, I Feel Sorrow" | PEOPLE
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[@debrae.6263]

I’m glad she mentioned compassion. Her moms suicide wasn’t spontaneous. She fought that battle to want to live her whole life. It’s her time now to be at peace. RIP Naomi❤

[@nancyjones9925]

@Shell m you don't understand mental illness

[@millieo7155]

My dad was dying of cancer. The last time I talked to him he said if he “had something to take he would.” I told him if I had something I’d give it to him. People get weary of illness, physical or mental. People just get tired. I’d been to a lot of funerals but his was the first where I would sit under the canopy first row. I was apprehensive about seeing the open hole and dirt. And, I did see it. I was surprised to find it comforting. He was tired of suffering, 82 and a hard worker. After his day job he built a house for us in the evenings and weekends. He only had help for standing framing and setting trusses. He did plumbing, electricity, everything. He never complained. He was a good man and deserved to rest. I wasn’t sad looking at the hole. I was relieved, even something akin to quiet joy.

[@msr1116]

My dad's cousin's wife developed cancer and grew tired of battling chemo's side effects, ultimately deciding to end all treatment. Sometimes, when the sufferer experiences an ever diminishing quality of life, and painkillers don't work well anymore, it's time to let go.....for all parties involved. Your dad did very well to leave you with the gift of numerous examples of his goodness to cherish as lifelong memories. I have the same with my dad.

[@erikagrosset8346]

This is so beautiful and relatable. Hard to put into words. Thank you!

[@bradcruz1746]

Amen brother, well said...

[@marywallace4086]

Such a lovely way to honor your dad! 💙💙

[@scarletharris7705]

This was so beautiful!! Thank you Millieo for sharing !

[@christipyles5884]

Crying is just silent prayers that our heart doesn’t know how to speak out loud. ❤🥺💔

[@Hope-jd8kz]

❤️ beautiful

[@kishagreen4578]

Well I guess I have prayed a lot of silent prayers. You don't know how this quote touch me. Thank you. Beautifully said l. I'll remember this quote for the rest of my life.💕

[@debbiestowe1343]

So beautiful and heartfelt! Sometimes we hurt so deeply that we get where we can no longer find the words to express how we feel. This quote is so true. Crying to release what we can no longer say, praying that our tears will be heard and understood! Thank You so much for this quote. It really does help.

[@samkr23]

Awe that's beautiful ❤️

[@twinkletoes.9968]

That's a beautiful quote .

[@jbt6007]

I've loved the Judds from the very beginning. Two incredible groundbreaking artists. Wynonna has so much courage to carry on with the spirit of her sweet mama and share the legacy of the Judds.

[@millieo7155]

And Ashley was a respected actress.

[@missyheaton1044]

@ashley1994 if you have nothing nice to say, keep quiet!!

[@jbt6007]

@ashley1994 considering you don't even know how to spell her name, I doubt you even know who you are talking about.

[@lindatimmons3675]

@@jbt6007 ..... Very well said.

[@brendademery2340]

I listened to the judds from day one, 1983, I always believed in them. Beautiful souls ❤️🎶🥰

[@bridgetbarba4170]

I like that she is honest and open about her circumstances. Its so hard to live in the public eye. It so cool that she is just an ordinary women with everyday problems even though she is famous.

[@intermissionwithcoltmcgraw2531]

The Judds are my all-time/lifetime favorite artists BECAUSE they are so honestly and intellectually revealing, including spiritually and emotionally. Their evolution is tremendous because it is still planted in their purist foundation, and they have such a keen awareness of this. I love them.

[@ginasipos4373]

Takeaway Quotes: *Music is a healer *I need help. That's not easy to say, but it's necessary -even for the grandest of grand *I'm crying a lot, and that's okay...Don't let anyone tell you that crying is a weakness *It's really scary to stand there and say I'm really not as great on the inside as I appear on the outside *I think if we were a more compassionate nation, if we were able to put ourselves in other people's shoes, we would go: Oh! I may not agree with you, but I can understand why you feel that way

[@marieprovencio4882]

Well said!!!

[@ausflygirl3430]

My heart breaks for Wynona, Ashley, her husband and the grandkids.

[@LvnOnLucky]

Absolutely not. They are disgusting pieces of crap who forced their mom to feel like that. This female dog is trash

[@yankeeladee02]

Wy, you are a ROCK, but you are allowed to crumble too, like all of us that have walked through the fire of grief. It’s a journey like no other and there’s not a map, but I think you touring was therapy in itself. You’ve got the love and support from Cactus, the band, your sister, Larry, friends & family and countless fans with so much love we hope you feel. You’ve always touted therapy as a way to grow and heal and hopefully you’ve still got your amazing “life coach”. Everyday from here, for a long time, will seem surreal. That’s normal. Allow that range of emotions. It’s best to get the deepest pain to the surface and work on it from there. You’ll carry that scar forever, but the pain won’t be as excruciatingly raw in time. Much love, peace and comfort to your tender heart.❤️‍🩹 ☮️💟🛐👼🏻🕯🕊🦋💫

[@daisyh2887]

❤️

[@Michael-qb5hg]

She ain't a rock. She needs attention.

[@Michael-qb5hg]

She's suing Larry, and her mother's estate. She think she's owed big money cuz she blew all hers. Wasn't good to Naomi and Ashley. Check her history.

[@ainemcdonnell5202]

@@Michael-qb5hg Stop spreading rubbish if you can’t be kind be quiet.

[@Michael-qb5hg]

@@ainemcdonnell5202, listen Linda, EVERYTHING I said was facts. If you want a link to EVERY reputable website showcasing what Wynonna is about, I WILL post it for everyone. Easy to Google her hot azz mess.

[@BKoby1977]

I just lost my mom a few weeks ago, this resonates so much for me. I feel joy and I feel sorrow, this exactly.

[@jonijohnston1688]

I am so sorry for your loss 🙏 One day at a time... Both of my parents have passed...I struggled to get along with my Dad, and my Mother was the best, she taught me so much...basically she said to keep going when times are tough, and just breathe...

[@ConnieinVirginia]

This video brought tears to my eyes, I still can't believe Naomi is gone. I can't imagine what these sisters have been going thru. God bless this family.

[@brendaniebel1355]

Don't worry,God will direct their path. Wynonna can't understand why her mom left us, but she will be strong for the family. Her mom,was very ill.

[@barbaraboskat8038]

I adore this woman! She’s strong and talented and beautiful!

[@andrewpartain4832]

I understand what you are going through. I lost my Mom 31 years ago to cancer. I realize that's different from the way your Mom passed. It doesn't matter, because they're both no longer with us. It's okay to cry because it helps. I still miss my Mom and I always will. GOD is with you and Ashley and HE loves you. GOD bless 🙌 🙏.

[@jonijohnston1688]

Thank you Wynonna!! Sharing this with your fan's and we feel your sorrow...so sorry for your loss 😢 🙏 one day at a time

[@jonijohnston1688]

I lost my mother also thru dementia (spelling?) and you never get over it...you just use the wisdom they taught us and yes it sucks...sending healing hugs 🤗 🙏 and love 💕

[@EyestheColoroftheSea]

@ashley1994 why on earth are you correcting this woman's wording in her comment? You didn't feel what she said at all..

[@ginasipos4373]

@ashley1994 I'm sure you feel you're helping others improve their grammar; however, it would be more helpful if you'd first correct your own and post it in an actual English forum, not a thread about grief & suicide.

[@jonijohnston1688]

@@EyestheColoroftheSea thank you for your kind words...I have never been the best speller and I don't even usually reach out...since covid, I have noticed some (not all) people feel the need to criticize, instead of spreading kindness and compassion... You never know what other's are going through... I still try to be kind, even though I struggle with health problems and feel sad some day's... The cost of living has gone up so much that after I pay rent and a few other bill's, I struggle to shop for bargains...I want to wish everyone a happy day and please try to be kind always... If you have nothing nice to say, then zip it! Manners need to be more contagious...🙏 🌸

[@MsWDWFAN1]

I lost my Mother almost 10 months ago and I'm no where near strong like Wynonna is. I'm not at all. I'm extremely weak. I didn't lose my Mother to suicide but the loss hurt just as bad. I watched her take her last breath. Extremely difficult. But I did lose my grandmother and two cousins to suicide so it's in my family. I've always loved The Judd's and losing Naomi affected a lot of people. It brings back memories of loss. It did for me. There are times when I feel like I can't go on. I just don't have it in me. The pain of losing a loved one is real. Depression hurts. You don't want to get out of bed and face the world. My condolences continue to go out to the Judd family. 🙏😔💔

[@sherihaas8048]

Sweetheart, I hope you'll call someone to get some help. The world needs you. 🙏👆✝️💜

[@MsWDWFAN1]

@@sherihaas8048 Thank you Sheri. I really do need to get some help. Should have a while ago. I thought I could handle it by myself but that's not the case. The next two months are the roughest for me and my sister. Next month will be 21 years since we lost our Poppa. He passed one day before Thanksgiving and two days before my mother's birthday. This will be the first Thanksgiving and birthday without my Mother. Then December will be one year of losing Mom. She passed exactly one week before Christmas and laid her to rest four days before. It was a rough two weeks for sure. Needless to say, I'm not fond of the holidays. But hopefully it will get easier but right now I'm struggling. God Bless! 🙏✝️💜

[@irishgirl1753]

@@sherihaas804810 months later let me know I will give you my #🙏❤️🫶🤗to call I can relate

[@danielhalconb2466]

Sending you love and light Wynonna. You're in my prayers. Thank you for the music!

[@ellamarie9709]

Wynonna, it’s only been a few months since your mother’s passing and here you are being a blessing to us. I lost my brother suddenly four years ago. He was only 55 years old. I could barely function for a year and a half after he passed. You are so much stronger than you realize and I think it’ll will be cathartic for you to go ahead with your tour. Much love and blessings to you and your grieving family. ❤

[@judyannlemay618]

Sorry for your Loss…The Grreater the Grief the Grreater the LOVE…BIG HUGGS ;] GOD BLESS You

[@Boricua..4]

My sincerest condolences to you

[@Jen-jo5qu]

Such a great interview. Wonderful life lessons here and Wynonna is such a light.

[@KWCardDesign]

All of the Judds women are beautiful and I love how raw and transparent they are while being so gracious. You can do this Wyonna, your mom is with you every step of the way! ❤ Some of my favorite songs were from Wyonna’s 1992 single album

[@rhondanickerson5064]

Oh my gosh !! To blessed to be stressed!! Naomi was incredible!! Thank you Wynonna for sharing! You have so many fans who love you!! We need you as much as you need us!! Praying for your healing 🙏

[@marymiller7227]

REAL- That's why you will get through this Wy. You are the most beautiful, open, get-through-the- pain woman I know. I was proud to be at Grand Rapids, Michigan to show you the love you so deserve during this difficult time. I loved your Mom, and love you for letting your fans share your life. May God richly bless and heal your family. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@missyheaton1044]

@ashley1994go away! Nobody wants or needs your negative comments. It's obvious you don't like Wynonna, leave this interview!

[@bethskaaninglarsen2900]

@ashley1994 It takes one - to know one, right Ashley...?🤷‍♀️🙄 I'm sure you're bombshell knocker yourself...!!!!😈🤨

[@janellc900]

@@missyheaton1044 Looked at this "persons" channel quickly. Started 3 weeks ago and comments I saw were all nasty, about artists/celebs. So, troll. Almost replied because 🤨 Wynonna is not only one of the most beautiful women in the world, she's a true Shero.

[@victoriaring3846]

Wow I’m so impressed at her humility. Instant love.

[@anthonyweisse9758]

Excellent interview! Wynonna is and has always been a beautiful woman! It makes your heart ache seeing the pain on her face and in her eyes. Makes me want to give her the biggest hug. I hope she finds the peace she deserves and continues to move forward towards healing and forgiving.

[@carao3147]

Wynonna, you were incredible last night in Green Bay, Wisconsin. I’m glad that you decided to continue music through the pain and heartbreak. Just know your mom is with you no matter what and you are blessed beyond measure! I am blessed beyond measure because of you last night. Thank you so very much for the show last night. I’m so happy that you decided to continue the tours despite all of the grief and loss. You are loved. God bless you

[@donnafamighetti759]

I lost my mother in March and I can very much relate with you, Wynonna. I feel sadness and joy too. If it weren't for my Lord and savior I am sure I would be completely lost. Thank you for sharing Wynonna and God bless you.

[@43warriormode98]

I've been in deep grief after my son Elijah passed suddenly...this is powerful message God bless the JUDDS 🙏❤️❤️❤️I fell in love with the Judds from the beginning..

[@G7G2K]

Wynonna Judd - a beautiful heart and soul, and a wonderful talent!!! My heart and my thoughts and prayers goes out to her and her family as they continue to heal. I love you, Wy, and God has you in his arms as you walk through this life.

[@tinabrown4670]

Wy, your Mother would be so very proud of you! I understand the loss of a Mother, lost mine 20 years ago. The pain of the loss is significant and never goes away! I do my best to keep my Mother's Spirit alive by doing the things she loved to do like cooking and making holiday's so very special for my family! She too was a single Mother back in the late 60's early 70's! It was a struggle and she too never gave up! She would work 2 jobs to make ends meet! Wy, I'm so glad you're honoring your Mother by doing this tour! What healing this will be for you! I'm going to keep saying this in hopes that you'll come back to the Bay Area, I'm really bummed you won't be here on this tour! Praying you add more dates and come to the West Coast! Love You Wy and I'm holding you and your family up in prayer! Your Mother may be gone in the flesh but her Spirit will live in your hearts forever!! ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🤗🤗🤗

[@ofeliabradwell7997]

I am so sorry for your loss.💜 There is no words to make you feel better. Just day by day. 💔💜

[@DDee-oi6kn]

Glad Wynonna has gotten in this place where she can appreciate her mom. In some of those poses of Wynonna, I could definitely see her mom in her. I'm glad she appreciate's her mom's struggle to raise her and Ashley. My mom was a single mom and I appreciate everything she did for us - we were pretty poor but she struggled on daily.

[@melodysteeley3417]

I feel like Wynona is helping me and all of us with her own mothers passing. Shes telling us we'll be OK and it has really helped me because I was devastated for her and would be worse if we weren't seeing her publicly speak about it and and in her loving way share it with us. I love you wynona!

[@joymay1860]

Thank you for being as transparent as you are. It hurts and if you keep it all inside we die too. So much love.....

[@Hope-jd8kz]

Love this comment. Ty

[@tammyhoward5482]

My heart goes out to Winona and Ashley. I pray they find the light to take the darkness away! ❤

[@margaretwarren48]

Tears are prayers too. They travel to God where we can't. I have Loved The Judd's from day one! It is ok to be mad and sad at the same time!

[@piscesempress1978]

welp. God never pays attention to my tears because, my prayers are never answered.

[@patriot140]

Not only was Naomi Judd a beautiful singer, but I loved her as an actress in several shows and movies she did. My favorite is "A Song for the Season," in which Naomi played a music teacher. The Judds have been a part of our happy memories for many years, and they will continue to inspire us always.

[@lindatimmons3675]

I hadnoidea that Wynonna had been in a movie or 2.

[@patriot140]

@@lindatimmons3675 Wynonna was in several episodes of "Touched by an Angel," one with Naomi ("Mother's Day"), but Naomi was in several movies. I loved them both in all the parts they played!

[@insilence6156]

She is an amazing powerhouse of intelligence, integrity, patience, love, respect, you name it. Be strong sweet lady, you have been through so much and we love you for it! You inspire us!

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Sound great

[@amandabuller8627]

Wynonna bless you. I am so sorry you have to go through this losing a parent in any way is devastating to the heart.

[@mikeandamycrabtree8039]

Girl you feel what you need to feel and don’t even for a second worry about what anyone thinks!! We will always support you! Your family is no different than a lot of the rest of us and when shit hits the fan we stand together. Love and hugs always. Bless you and Naomi ❤

[@TheFlamingblackrose]

I feel for Wyonna. The Judds were my all-time fav female duo group. I know that feeling she has regarding her mom not being here any longer. I still feel that way regarding my husband of almost 21 years who passed in Nov. 2021 due to COVID. My husband has been in my life since the 6th grade and we had a 30+ friendship before we became a couple and had a family. But even now with it almost a year since his passing I still have good days and bad days. Many of the songs they sang have helped me take each day as they come. Wyonna you are my hero because you are showing that it is OK to cry and it let everyone know that you are not completely OK on that day. Stay strong.

[@Darci3333]

I think the tour is a good idea.....it is incredibly hard losing your Mom plus the added weight of how....my heart and prayers are with you and I pray God's blessings and comfort and peace with you always....💜

[@BrendaJJ]

So So very proud of you Wynonna ❤️ "I'm too blessed to be stressed" ❤️ Your a grandma, how exciting!!!!! Life goes on!!!!

[@justicejane2429]

R.I.P Naomi Judd, she's singing "In Glory With Jesus" and Loretta Lynn 🍃🌸🍃🌸🍃🌸🍃🌸

[@doreenciullo2188]

Crying isn't a sign of weakness, crying is a sign of release! Death is very difficult at Best... Suicide is the worst. Knowing that someone you love is in so much pain, they believe that the only way out is to end it. I've lived it first hand, it affects everyone. Wyonna is a very strong person, she has to be. She's making her momma proud. She's never alone. God, her family, friends and fans will carry her through this. Thinking and sending love to the Judd family.

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Sound amazing

[@mylittlebug14]

Love this so much ❤️ So wonderful to hear Wynonna's words about her mother. Beautiful ❤️

[@GBev7]

Imagine how much pain Naomi had to be in to do that. She seemed to have struggled for so long. RIP Naomi, may you no longer be in pain.

[@beckydavidson8281]

Amen!! Compassion... thank you Miss Wynonna for your honest kind words. I continue to battle mental illness. It's lonely and your mind trys to hammer in thoughts like: no one will miss me , this is too painful and on and on. BUT compassion for myself , patience with myself have helped me keep fighting this 35 + year battle. Wynonna and the Judds music have been with me and stay with me. God bless you Wy. My heart thoughts and prayers are with you. ❤️💭🙏

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thank you

[@tracymorrison1584]

i lost my father at 18 the same way as Naomi; my father was only 43 ; he suffered major depression after suffering a major stroke and he was no longer able to be an automotive mechanic. I was expecting my first child when it happened. The day still is so vivid in my memory 42 yrs later. My prayers to you and your family

[@amateurmeteorologistjoshbrown]

Wynonna’s words were so powerful and inspiring!

[@paulaising4u226]

Love you Wynonna! You are so strong and real ! That shines through. Keep shining and do what you do

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thanks so much

[@samkr23]

Wy you are a beautiful person and please know that you are loved. I'm happy you're doing the tour in honor of your momma may she rest in peace❤

[@tinaromhill7901]

I really feel we all need compassion in this country like she said, I’m praying for you cause I’ve been there so many times

[@kimlettau4167]

Beautiful gal! I've seen you 2x and every time you amaze me. I'm 63 and I wish to see you 1 more time but unsure if i can because of my health. You sing your heart out and I so appreciate that about you! Love you so so much sweet lady

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Sound great

[@kleled]

IT WAS THE JUDDS THAT GOT ME INTO LOVING COUNTRY MUSIC AND I THANK WYNONNA AND NAOMI FOR THAT!!!!

[@donnasjoquist4893]

Oh my goodness Wy this touched my heart I cried so much thank u for sharing this the Judds have saved me so many times in my life I don’t even know I have been there done that like u I have struggled all of my life like your Mama this is just amazing how much love u have I feel like sometimes I know u personally I know the struggles are very real Mama Judd was so amazing her heart and her love she shared for so many people I cried through this you both will always be in my heart forever and always there are no words that could ever explain how this makes me feel I went to the Michigan concert and it was a dream of a lifetime to be able to go my first ever in my life..My life is better because of u and your Mama I have been there since day one and I will never forget this every song u sang is my favorite…the Judd family will be in my life forever and always❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂😂😂

[@donnasjoquist4893]

I want to thank u so very much I just wish I could give u a big hug but I will send u a vertical hug there is no way I could ever repay u for the inspiration the Judds have been in my life . Thank u so very much for making my heart full right now . I’m hoping it stays that way for the rest of my life.

[@nate18268]

So incredibly sad. I really wish I could have seen the original group. I have seen Wy Live before, she puts on the most amazing shows; she pours her soul into it and it's so beautiful.

[@MrRmstitanicof1912]

I grew up listening to the Kids, especially when I was depressed. I really wish I could meet wynonna and thank her for helping me thrimy dark times. Love her music

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Sound so amazing

[@judyannlemay618]

WE ALL LOVE You Wynonna …You are Constantly in Our Thoughts & Prayers…So Very Sorry for Your Loss. Your Mamma is a Beautiful Angel Now & I Know She is Helping the Folks Who Need it Most. BIG HUGGS to You & Ashley & All the Family…GOD BLESS You & Thank you So Much for All the Fabulous Music 🎵 🎶 🎼 🎵 Absolutely Sublime

[@kimmaryfield3082]

Sending you so much Love!! Love your openness and honesty. Your Mother loved you so very much!! I'm so happy you had that moment where your Mother told you her life was better because of you!! That is priceless and So Beautiful!!

[@donnasjoquist4893]

Continued from the first message and have wanted to share my story of how this affects my heart but sometimes there is no one there to listen and the struggles on a daily basis been there done that all my life… there are so many things I would like to share with people my story but not here .. This tour I know is very hard for u but u are showing up and giving us fans the best time to say our final goodbyes and it means so much to us and myself that there are no words to explain how it feels to me. You have been the only one in all of the music I have listened to that is a healing experience for me .. Even though I don’t know u personally or Mama Judd I feel like I do in a lot of ways like I said before Wy the Judds music has saved me and I can’t get enough of alll the music and all the Love u have for so many people I’m still crying writing this please don’t ever stop what u are doing God and Mama Judd and all your fans are right there with you forever and always…😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤❤Tank u from the bottom of my heart always and forever…❤❤❤❤❤

[@sandraenriquez3543]

Wynonna you are never alone, there are people who love you ,and help out there,I know a lot mental health cause I have gone thru it with my daughter at the age of 10.so now I am there for her and I am proud to say she has turned her life around and she is a better now.we are closer now and she talks about the days that she almost took her life ,but decided not too .she thanked me for giving her all the help that I gave to her and all the researched I did to get her the right help.i am glad she is feeling better and trying to find work and go on her very own way.

[@taylorblue8141]

We ❤❤❤ U Wynonna & Ashley! There’s nothing stronger than the bond between our Mother and her daughters. Your beautiful Mother will never be forgotten. Keep the legacy going…and celebrate, heal and keep sharing your given talents. So proud and in awe.

[@craftlover9702]

I definitely believe the tour will provide a lot of healing. So many of us have followed and loved the Judds and we are behind you 100%. I totally get the joy and the sorrow. My husband passed 3 days before Christmas of 2019 and my Mom followed 4 months later and then Covid. The seclusion of being in my home for months after losing both my Husband and Mother was difficult to say the least. Thankfully I have my Faith which has gotten me through along with the talents I have been fortunate enough to have been given. My heart goes out to you!! I know that your are strong and Peace will come. For the most part it has for me...

[@Hummingbirds2023]

Crying is a release! Never be ashamed to cry!! You are doing well you look fabulous too! God Bless

[@brendademery2340]

This makes so much sense, Wy is so honest and truthful ❤️

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thanks so much

[@dianedove1000]

TERIFFIC! Thanks for sharing, Wynonna! We all love you and loved your mom, too!

[@caroleboren1963]

What a beautiful interview. You have no idea how it can help. I lost my Dad a few months ago and have conflicting emotions. It's nice to know it's normal.

[@ShannyRanae1971]

Aww Wy, thank you for being real. Thank you for being human and not being afraid to show your humanness. You are so loved.

[@carlajacobsen6821]

Wy, I lost my mama in December. I love you and wish I could hug you. I’ll always love you and your mama.

[@scarletharris7705]

God this made me cry !! I think people w/mental health struggles should read Naomi’s ! It’s incredible!

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Cool

[@somebody670]

I've always loved the Judd's. May God bless all family and friends. My life has been touched by suicide, and man it's painful. Like Wynnonna said, what where they thinking etc. You go through stages. It takes time to go through the stages of grief. Both of my parents were murdered, and what a shock! I was in a fog for awhile. You can come out the other side, whole again. It all just takes time. My heart and prayers go out to all families suffering loss. God bless you.

[@b.bcardi7835]

You Go Girl

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Sound amazing

[@donna2kayak]

💓💞 Wynonna!!

[@michael-499]

Thanks for sharing. Wynonna, your an inspiration for all who grieve the loss of a Loved one.!

[@joceyvelasco6602]

thank you for your courage! I have always apriciated you reminding us all how to navigate outr challenges and how to live our own truth. I love how you remind us it is crucial to remain our unapoligetically authentic selves.

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thanks so much

[@marylamb6063]

I too was diagnosed with severe, treatment -resistant depression. I had it for over ten years. Naomi's death doesn't surprise me at all. She didn't get 100% remission which was what she needed. When the doctors told me I was treatment-resistant, I lost hope in them. Yet, I didn't believe that I would ever get better. I took out of my shelf a food allergy test a naturopath gave me a decade prior. She never told me the foods I was eating were behind the severe depression because she wasn't allowed to diagnose as she was not an MD or DO. I decided to stop eating the five foods on the list. Within days the depression was gone. If I slipped and ate sunflower seeds (for example), I would get severe depression for three days and with it severe, unlocalized back pains. Milk gave me an anxious depression. Turkey gave me a "regular" depression without anxiety, and so on. One day I had extreme fatigue. The doctor thought I had COPD. In that office I became aware of my sinuses being tender. This extreme self-awareness was borne out of sheer desperation. The doc believed me and gave me three courses of antibiotics. Within a day the extreme fatigue left. Somehow I knew that I could eat whatever I wanted. I did, and never experienced depression again. Now I do get flashbacks. A flashback is an actual re-experiencing of an event. It is terrifying but it goes away in a few hours.

[@theresawilloughby9884]

I am so sorry Wynonna for your loss, I know the Grieving process is not easy and I pray for your inner healing. Your Mother was a Beautiful Soul who was so Loved and adored. Healing is a process and God is there with you Wynonna, let him go down to those deep places inside.

[@alliepep]

RIP Naomi! You will forever be loved, your sweet memories and recordings treasured. I am so very sorry you felt you had to exit this world so abrupt and tragically. My dad sadly did this same thing and it is a tough thing to accept... the close fmly left behind are scared forever with wondering what you must have been thinking when you were in there in your last moments..🥲 Wy, you are such a beautiful and strong women and God will continue to give you the strength you need to cope and grieve. It takes as long as it takes. Be good to you. You are so loved. 💞🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@manuelavila2223]

Superb and transparent interview! Raw😢

[@GayleSchlaefli]

Thank you for your transparency, I admire your bravery.

[@carmenreyes8154]

Thank you for sharing your pain with us. You are a beautiful person inside and out. Blessings to you and your family.🙏

[@kimschmidt3663]

Love you girl. I loved your momma. I saw you in concert years ago😢

[@LouLou-bu2th]

So Beautiful! Praying for their family's healing. XX

[@jessc.7390]

This was truly beautiful

[@EyestheColoroftheSea]

Wow...what an interview...so real.. she's beautiful, poignant, honest.. Condolences 🙏💔🙏

[@nanstaten9973]

Thank you Wynonna for sharing your memories of beautiful momma. So glad reached out and found someone you can talk too. Continue Prayers and Hugs to you and sister Ashley and Family. Congrats on your grand baby.

[@ainemcdonnell5202]

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[@tanyaldowell1950]

I’m really proud of you Wynona. God Bless. Keep your faith❤

[@ainemcdonnell5202]

@Wynonnajudd FAKE ACCOUNT

[@mikeydan]

I have to say... I have never been a fan of the Judd Drama... such as it was... but here... here, I find huge respect for this woman. She seems quite authentic in all of this. We all walk a road, don't we? I wish her well.

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thanks so much

[@laurielaurie8280]

Wynonna you and your mom brought and gave so much joy and love wherever you've went in the world and you...still do. You are a treasure and your mother is too. Thankyou you for the love, joy, fun and heartfelt compassion that comes from your beautiful soul. Keep shinning like your beautiful mother would have wanted you to ❤

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thank you

[@MackieJackCreations]

And she blessed us. Rest In Peace Naomi, and Wy … give it hell!

[@sandysouthward3635]

Thank you for sharing your truth. We love you and your sis. We certainly miss your mom!! All the best to you!!

[@Sibrena001]

My life is better because of you . . . ❤ That has to be the best thing anyone could say to another person.

[@brendamcdonald6354]

I would just love to give Wynonna a hug! What an incredibly awesome human being. Keep on trucking. You are loved

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thanks so much

[@lorrielopez5543]

I wish you were doing more tour's like AZ, Las Vegas, CA on the otherside of the country. Your amazing have loved you both since you started. ❤️ Big hugs for healing.

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thank you

[@eftsoulpath333]

Wynonna, I love how raw and real you are. And yes, you are exactly where you need to be. Much love on your healing journey!

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Sound so great

[@user-qh9st9xn9f]

Oh I love Wynonna and loved her mother too.Beautiful people and what talent, I so wish she had not passed, or felt so much that she opted to leave our world. I miss her and I am sure so many others do also and I cannot help but wonder why but I know depressions feelings can overwhelm. She will be a beautiful memory for the remainder of my days

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Sound so amazing

[@texaslady3011]

I love you Wynonna, you are so down to earth. you are so right that crying is not a weakness, it is compassion and a healing process. your mother was an amazing woman and you both were awesome entertainers, and you still are! you are so blessed with your talent. Keep going Girl!

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Thank you

[@ginadilworth2889]

I feel your pain I have not experienced a loss of a parent yet but I will one day as we all will. Wynonna you are so strong and it's ok to feel they way you do. Just do it one day at a time. God Bless a Canadian fan

[@nindyhunt]

what I love about this family is.... they are authentic and raw and vulnerable and yet strong funny and loving. to me its the recipe for the perfect family. the highs lows and the ability to keep going. that to me is what it's all about.

[@saracastro3122]

Wynona my beloved mother fell in love with you and your mom’s music back in 99. Her favorite was “Love can build a bridge”. And that’s how I ended up loving you, Naiomi and your music. When I last saw your performance with your mom on stage weeks before her passing, I was so emotional that day. Like it was her final performance. And lo and behold it was.😢 I’m so sorry Wy and Ashley for the loss of your beautiful and angelic mother. She reminds me so much of my mom. My mother had 13 children. She was a very humble and down to earth woman. She went through a whole lot just like your mom. Everything that your mom had gone through, my mother can relate to that. Last year my brother (8th child) passed away in January. A week after that, my mom’s baby sister passed. Then 7 months later, her (my aunt) son passed away. Three weeks after that, my beloved and dearest beautiful mommy passed on into the eternities. So I can totally relate to your pain and grief over your mom. I lived with my mother all my life till her passing in August 24, 2021. It has been difficult for this past year. We will always grief differently, but we learn to live without them. I miss my mom so wholeheartedly, but I feel of her spirit so close to my heart. She may not be here physically, but she’s so alive on the other side of the veil. I know that I get to see her again. I hope that this will bing you some consolation that you too will be able to see your beautiful mommy again in the eternities. This life is just temporary and I’m looking forward to the day I meet my Savior Jesus Christ and my mom, dad, brother, grandparents, aunts, uncles, a few dear friends and all my ancestors on the other side. But for now I know the good Lord has greater plans for me here on earth, that I must focus on him and his work. Wynona I wish you the best in life. I know you will get through this as you continue to shine forth in your talents of music as you bring healing to others by singing and sharing your story of your beloved mother “Naiomi”. Don’t stop talking about her, for she is truly a daughter of a King who is so unforgettable, just like you and your sister Ashley. You women are true warrior’s in the eyes of God and many who loves the Judds. If only I can meet you, I’ll give you a very big hug. Keep going strong Wynona!!! For you got this!!! I love the Judds!!!!!❤❤❤

[@BBFirefly420]

nice to know that someone felt the same way I did when I lost my mom.. completely get it when she said your brain tells you nah it’s not really happening and then you realize yeah it did..then you go back and forth in that denial. It can drive you crazy…

[@brendalyga6042]

My daughter and myself were in the audience your concert in Green Bay Wisconsin and everything was our favorite we cried we clapped we were crazy in love and we feel your pain however thank you for having the courage to do this and honor your mother may she rest in peace

[@WynonnaJudd-oe6me]

Sound great