Carrie Underwood appeared to be in a distinctly patriotic mood this week as the United States prepares to mark its semiquincentennial. The 43-year-old country star shared a video on Instagram showing a wide-open Southern landscape, where a long fence was lined with American flags. “I can’t believe I get to live here. Thank you, Lord. #GodBlessAmerica #Grateful #TN,” she wrote with the clip, which captured rolling greenery. Rather than overlaying the post with a song, Underwood let the natural audio carry the moment, including the sound of wind and the low hum of the road as she recorded from the passenger seat.
The post struck an emotional chord with followers, including veterans who praised the display. One commenter wrote, “I am a combat vet Vietnam and not very emotional ( any longer) but you bring deep feelings into my heart for this country. Bless you.” Underwood’s tribute arrived just before the Fourth of July weekend, when the nation will commemorate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Another veteran responded, “Oh my gosh. I hope others that served like me get to see this post. If those flags reflect your appreciation for your freedom, that display makes the stuff I’ve experienced a little less painful. Thank you, Carrie. Thanks to Mike and the boys, too.”
Underwood shares family moments and career highlights
Underwood has been married to former NHL player Mike Fisher, 46, since 2010, and the couple are parents to two sons: Isaiah, 11, and Jacob, seven. On Saturday, the American Idol alum also gave fans a glimpse of life at home through her Instagram Stories, posting a photo of a basket filled with peaches. “Picked some peaches in the orchard,” she told her 13.1 million followers. She followed it with an image of a homemade dessert, writing, “Made a cobbler!” Underwood first became a household name after winning American Idol in 2005. She later returned to the franchise as a judge for its 23rd season in 2025, stepping in after Katy Perry’s exit, and she is also part of the current 24th season. Over the years, Underwood has faced occasional criticism over her perceived conservative views. In January 2025, the eight-time Grammy winner drew backlash from some fans after performing at Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration.
Controversy over performing for Trump
At the time, Underwood stood by her choice to appear at the event, saying she loves the country and felt “humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity.” Her decision sparked debate, including criticism from The View co-host Joy Behar, who argued that the performance amounted to honoring Trump after his conviction in the New York hush money case. “She says, ‘I love our country.’ How do you love your country and support and normalize somebody who was a convicted felon who really wants to destroy the country, in my opinion?” Behar said. “I don’t understand how you say you love your country at the same time that you normalize this convicted felon,” she added.
