American Masters Season 30 Episode 5 Loretta Lynn: Still a Mountain Girl

Through rare footage and interviews with the 88-year-old country music icon Loretta Lynn, as well as family and fellow musicians, American Masters season 30 episode 5 explores the life and career of the Coal Miner's Daughter from her upbringing in Appalachia to her rise to fame as one of the most successful and influential women in country music. The episode delves into Lynn's childhood, including her early marriage and the challenges she faced as a young mother and wife. The episode also covers Lynn's breakthrough with hits like "You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man)," "Don't Come Home A-Drinkin' (With Lovin' on Your Mind)" and "Coal Miner's Daughter" and the obstacles she faced as a woman in the male-dominated music industry. Viewers will gain insights into Lynn's creative process, her songwriting, and the personal tragedies that shaped her life and music. The episode also features interviews with other country music legends, including Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, and Jack White, who discuss Lynn's impact on the genre and the enduring relevance of her music. With its comprehensive look at Lynn's life, American Masters season 30 episode 5 offers both a celebration of her legacy and a portrait of a woman who persisted against the odds to become one of the most beloved and iconic voices in American music.