Trisha Yearwood and Don Henley Reunite for 'Walkaway Joe' Performance: 'I Appreciate You'

Mar. 15, 2025

Trisha Yearwood’s induction into theAustin City LimitsHall of Fame included a sweet reunion with an old friend.

The country music star performed “Walkaway Joe” with Eagles co-founderDon Henleyduring the all-star Austin City Limits 9th Annual Hall of Fame Honors Trisha Yearwood specialset to air on PBS Saturday.

Don Henley and Trisha Yearwood in Austin in October 2023.Gary Miller/Getty

Gary Miller/Getty

As the rocker joined her on stage to perform the hit 1992 track, Yearwood praised him for being a good friend.

“I try to not ask you to do to many things because you always say yes and I appreciate you very much,” said Yearwood, causing Henley to break into a big smile.

Don Henley in Austin in October 2023.Courtesy Austin City Limits

Courtesy Austin City Limits

The rocker was on hand to induct Yearwood into the hall of fame thatincludes fellow musicianslikeSheryl Crow,B. B. KingandLoretta Lynn. Other musicians present at the event wereBrothers Osborne,Brandy Clark,Ronnie DunnandJo Dee Messina.

Trisha Yearwood.Trisha Yearwood/ Instagram

Trisha Yearwood/ Instagram

After the special was filmed in October 2023, Yearwoodshared on Instagramthat “to say I had the time of my life in Austin is an understatement.”

“I feel humbled to be honored on such a sacred stage. Live music can change people’s lives and what Austin City Limits has been doing for live music for the last 50 years is truly life changing, not only for the artists and the players, but most importantly for everyone watching and listening,” her caption read.

Don Henley and Trisha Yearwood performing in Austin in October 2023.Scott Newton/Courtesy Austin City Limits

Scott Newton/Courtesy Austin City Limits

Yearwood included a sweet message to Henley that read, “Don Henley, this honor will forever mean that much more because you welcomed me into the@acltvHall of Fame. Appreciate you, my friend!”

“Walkaway Joe” featured a young Matthew McConaughey in its music video when it was initially released as a single in 1992.

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Austin City Limits’newest episode premieres Saturday at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on PBS.

source: people.com