Jessi Colter, 82, Broke Down in Tears as She Shared a Deeply Emotional Message to the Victims of the Catastrophic Floods Devastating Parts of Texas
With her hands clasped and her voice trembling, country music legend Jessi Colter stood before the camera earlier today—not as a performer, but as a heartbroken witness to the suffering of the state she has long called home. The 82-year-old artist, beloved for her spirit and soulful voice, could barely contain her emotion as she addressed the victims of the unprecedented floods sweeping through Texas.
“I’ve seen storms in my time,” she began, holding back tears, “but nothing like this. And my heart is with every single one of you who’s hurting tonight.”
As the floodwaters continue to wreak havoc across towns and communities, Jessi’s message struck a chord—not just for its sincerity, but for its deeply personal nature. In a moment that left viewers silent, she revealed her own family had been directly impacted.
“My cousin’s home is gone,” she whispered. “Washed away in the night. And it’s not just the walls—it’s the memories, the laughter, the love that lived inside them.”
Jessi paused, visibly shaken, but continued with the grace and strength fans have always admired.
“We may be scattered, soaked, and grieving—but we are not broken. Not here. Not in Texas.”
Her message wasn’t just one of mourning—it was one of unity. Of calling on neighbors to care for neighbors. Of asking churches, fans, and strangers alike to come together for those who’ve lost everything.
“I don’t have the answers,” she said, tears falling freely. “But I know love is louder than floodwaters. And I believe in the heart of this state. I believe in you.”
Jessi ended her message with a simple prayer—for strength, for shelter, and for peace. And in doing so, she reminded the world that compassion, even in its quietest form, can be as powerful as any storm.
In the face of disaster, Jessi Colter gave us what we needed most: a voice of hope.