Before the world recognized his name or his signature cowboy hat, a young Alan Jackson stood on a small TV talent show stage in 1985. With nothing but his voice and raw emotion, he delivered George Jones’ “He Stopped Loving Her Today”—a performance so powerful it left the audience in silence. That night, producer Keith Stegall took notice, changing the course of Jackson’s life forever. Today, as Alan prepares to retire, this rare footage feels more poignant than ever. It’s more than a performance—it’s the exact moment a country legend was born.
Introduction: In 1985, a young and virtually unknown Alan Jackson stepped onto a small television...