Morgan Wallen fulfills wish of young fan battling grave illness with 'best night of her life'

Morgan Wallen granted the wish of Addison, who is battling cystic fibrosis, by giving her an unforgettable experience at his concert
UPDATED OCT 25, 2024
She had waited eagerly for over a year to see Morgan Wallen perform live, and her patience paid off in an unforgettable (Getty Images)
She had waited eagerly for over a year to see Morgan Wallen perform live, and her patience paid off in an unforgettable (Getty Images)

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA: Country music star Morgan Wallen made a young fan's dream come true in a touching and unforgettable way, offering a glimmer of hope and joy to a child battling a life-threatening illness.

Seven-year-old Addison, who is courageously fighting cystic fibrosis, experienced what her family described as the "best night" of her life when her wish to attend a Wallen concert was granted by the Make-A-Wish Foundation, as per CountryNow.

Over the weekend, Addison and her family enjoyed the country superstar's Charlotte, North Carolina performance, which was part of his ongoing tour, and the event left a lasting impact on everyone involved.

Addison given the ultimate 'rockstar' experience at Morgan Wallen's concert

Addison, who has endured the daily struggles of cystic fibrosis, was given the ultimate "rockstar" experience.

She had waited eagerly for over a year to see Morgan Wallen perform live, and her patience paid off in an unforgettable way on October 19.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation flew Addison and her family to North Carolina, where they were treated like VIPs from the moment they landed.

Before the concert, Addison’s family, including her mom Kaitlin, brother, and other close relatives, were escorted backstage by members of the Panthers organization and Make-A-Wish North Carolina representatives.

The excitement was palpable as Addison, dressed to impress in a denim jacket, white cowboy boots, and a matching cowboy hat, prepared for the ultimate fan experience.


 
 
 
 
 
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Her ensemble mirrored her mother’s outfit, showcasing the bond they shared as they stepped into this memorable night together.

Once backstage, Addison’s dream truly came to life when she met Morgan Wallen face-to-face.

Wallen, known for his down-to-earth personality, greeted the young girl and her family with open arms. He listened intently as Addison rattled off a list of her favorite songs, including some of his biggest hits.

The country star also made sure to leave a lasting memento by signing her cowboy boot and posing for photos.

But perhaps the most meaningful moment of their encounter came when Addison presented Wallen with two handmade bracelets - one bearing her team’s name, "Addison’s Army," and the other with the words "Cure Cystic Fibrosis."

Touched by the gesture, Wallen promised to wear the bracelets throughout the concert, a promise he kept, much to the delight of Addison and her family.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: (FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY) Morgan Wallen performs onstage at Nashville’s Music C
 Morgan Wallen performs onstage (Getty Images)

In a heartfelt statement, Addison’s mother Kaitlin shared her gratitude for the experience

In a heartfelt statement, Addison’s mother Kaitlin shared her gratitude, saying, “Her wish night couldn’t have been more perfect. She made a bracelet for him with her team name on it, ‘Addison’s Army’ and the other side said ‘Cure Cystic Fibrosis,’ which is the lung disease she has. He wore it the entire show, and it made her and our whole family cry with happiness that he showed that support for her.”

After the unforgettable meet and greet, the family was whisked away to their special VIP seating area at the Bank of America Stadium.

This wasn’t just any regular seating section— it came with private bathrooms, a variety of drinks, and food options that catered to Addison’s sweet tooth, including popcorn sprinkled with marshmallows.

The young girl, whose energy was infectious, immediately hit it off with the people around her, making new friends while eagerly awaiting the concert to begin.


 
 
 
 
 
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As Wallen took to the stage, Addison's excitement reached new heights. Her mom noted that this was her daughter's very first major concert, and it didn’t take long for Addison to show her enthusiasm.

Throughout the night, the 7-year-old danced, sang along to every word of Wallen’s set, and soaked in every moment of what she later described as the "best night of her life."

“Experiencing their first really huge concert was something I never expected to do so young, but they ROCKED it. Stayed up the whole time singing along to every word,” Kaitlin shared on Instagram, adding, “at the end of the night, Addy said, ‘This was the best night of my life. My life is made.’”

The post was filled with joy and gratitude as Kaitlin expressed her thanks to Wallen, Make-A-Wish, and everyone who helped make Addison’s night magical.

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