As reported by country news outlet The Boot on Tuesday, Jan. 10, the tribute concert, titled Reportin’ For Duty: A Tribute to Leslie Jordan, will be taking place at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House in February to memorialize the late star. Among those expected to perform include Maren Morris, Ashley McBryde, Eddie Vedder, Brothers Osborne, Brittney Spencer, Billy Strings, Lukas Nelson, Jelly Roll, Fancy Hagood, Jake Wesley Rogers, Dnny Myrick, Travis Howard and more. Friends of the late actors—from the likes of Mayim Bialik, Margaret Cho, Jim Parsons, Anthony Mason, Cheyenne Jackson, Max Greenfield, Robyn Schall and Leanne Morgan—will also be making appearances at the event to honor Jordan’s legacy. The concert is scheduled to take place on Saturday, Feb. 18, with all of the proceeds being donated to EB Research Partnership, an organization that funds research to treat and cure the rare genetic skin disorder Epidermolysis Bullosa, which Jordan reportedly worked closely with during his life. In October 2022, Jordan tragically died after suffering a medical emergency while driving in Los Angeles, causing him to crash into the side of a building. His agent, David Shaul, released a statement shortly after the accident to confirm the sad news, writing, “The world is definitely a much darker place today without the love and light of Leslie Jordan. Not only was he a mega talent and joy to work with, but he provided an emotional sanctuary to the nation at one of its most difficult times.” Jordan—a staple in Hollywood since the ’80s—became particularly popular on social media during the COVID-19 pandemic, using his comedic talent to provide his nearly 6 million followers with lighthearted content to cheer them up during what was a very difficult time for many. Prior to becoming a viral sensation, Jordan was known for his TV work on Will and Grace, The Cool Kids, American Horror Story, Boston Legal, Con Man and Hearts Afire, among others. In 2021, he released his debut album Company’s Comin’, featuring collaborations with Dolly Parton, Brandi Carlile, Chris Stapleton and Tanya Tucker, to name a few. Tickets to Reportin’ For Duty: A Tribute to Leslie Jordan go on sale on Friday, Jan. 13 at 10 AM CST/11 AM EST. A special pre-sale will also take place at 10 AM CST/11 AM EST on Thursday, Jan. 12. To find more information on how to purchase tickets, visit AXS.com.
