The stars were shining bright at the 2024 Branson Terry Awards on Sunday.
The spectacular event, held at the Hughes Brothers Theatre, honored many of Branson's talented entertainers and performers, courtesy of Terry Beene, founder of the Terry Awards.
The Terry Music Awards got its start in 1977 when Terry Beene, a well-known Texas radio personality, joked about starting his own awards show, the Terry Awards. Listeners called in asking for tickets, and Terry felt the push to create a real awards show honoring the musicians and entertainers in his area.
The year 2014 marked the first year of the Branson Terry Music Awards, as Terry, who was well-known for bringing motorcoach groups to Branson, began to salute the performers who give their all to entertain visitors in the music mecca of Branson.
The Terry Awards is one of the biggest days of the year for Branson entertainers who turn out in force to celebrate one another and enjoy performances by their peers.
The Terry Awards, a nonprofit entity, gives back to the Branson community by blessing members of the entertainment industry who are in need.
Hosted by Branson's Jamie Haage and Kelly Smith, this year's show was bigger and better than ever.
The 2024 Comedian of the Year Award was presented to Jarrett Dougherty.
Fiddle Player of the Year was Tina Sibley.
SPECTRUM was honored to receive the Band of the Year Award.
The Lead Guitar Player of the Year Award was presented to Kevin Allen.
Female Vocalist of the Year honors went to Sarah Marie.
Michael Cole was named Male Vocalist of the Year.
Instrumentalist of the Year honors went to Jonathan Black.
Roxanna Atwood and Tommy Smith were honored with the Texas Pioneer Award.
The Pioneer Award was presented to Tommy and Joan Bilyeu.
Jana King was presented the award for Humanitarian of the Year.
The Lifetime Achievement Award recipient was Rex Burdette.
Dino Kartsonakis was honored with Branson's Living Legend Award.
The Mayor's Award was given to Velva Cort.
Queen of Soul was the recipient of the Little Big Show Award.
Garrett Massengale was named Drummer of the Year.
Keyboard Player of the Year honors went to R.P. Harrell.
Robby Springfield was honored to be named Steel Guitar Player of the Year.
In the category of Tribute Show of the Year, the winner was MJ The Illusion.
Larry Allred was named Bass Player of the Year.
The Texas Tenors received Vocal Group of the Year honors.
Doug and Cheryl Gabriel were honored with the Vocal Duo of the Year.
Gospel Group of the Year honors went to Absolutely Country, Definitely Gospel.
The Production Show of the Year Award was presented to Hamners' Unbelievable Variety Show.
Down Home Country was proclaimed Morning Show of the Year.
The award for Matinee Show of the Year went to Hot Rods and High Heels.
Matt Gumm and Company was named 2024 Show of the Year.
The prestigious honor of Entertainer of the Year was presented to The Duttons.
Congratulations from the Branson Globe to all 2024 Terry Award winners.
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