Nashville Star was a reality show that featured contestants singing and performing country music. The winner of the show received a recording contract and the chance to perform at the Grand Ole Opry. The sixth season of Nashville Star premiered on NBC on June 9, 2008. On August 4, 2008, Melissa Lawson was named the winner of the program.Zap2It: Finale Watch: Nashville Star (August 4, 2008)
Season Six
On June 9, 2008, Nashville Star's sixth season premiered on NBC after a move from USA Network. Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus became the new host, and judges included singer Jewel, music producer and songwriter Jeffrey Steele and musician John Rich from the country duo Big and Rich. On August 4, 2008, Melissa Lawson was chosen as the program's next Nashville Star.CMT: Melissa Lawson Wins Nashville Star Competition (August 4, 2008) Gabe Garcia was named the runner-up.Zap2It: Finale Watch: Nashville Star (August 4, 2008)
Season Six Contestants
Past Winners
- Season one: Buddy Jewell
- Season two: Brad Cotter
- Season three: Erika Jo
- Season four: Chris Young
- Season five: Angela Hacker
- Season six: Melissa Lawson