Your tip
Your tip
RadarOnlineRadarOnline
or
Sign in with lockrMail
Exclusive

Naomi Judd Was In 'Mental Anguish' Over 10-Show Farewell Tour With Daughter Wynonna, Pressure Sent Late Singer 'Over The Edge' Before Suicide

naomi judd farewell tour stress pressure over the edge suicide pp
Source: Tammie Arroyo/AFF-USA.com / MEGA

Jan. 17 2023, Published 8:30 p.m. ET

RadarOnline CommentsLink to FacebookShare to XShare to FlipboardShare to Email

Late country legend Naomi Judd knew how to command a crowd and still loved the stage but was in "mental anguish" over facing a daunting Judds farewell tour, RadarOnline.com has exclusively learned.

A family source said Naomi was feeling the pressure of looming tour dates that were set to kick off last September amid personal struggles with her well-being.

Article continues below advertisement
naomi judd farewell tour stress pressure over the edge suicide
Source: MEGA
Article continues below advertisement

Naomi and her daughter, Wynonna, announced they were set to hit the road for their first tour in more than a decade on April 11, just weeks before Naomi's tragic suicide.

Their 10-show jaunt was going to include stops in Michigan, Texas, Oklahoma, and Ohio.

"Over the years, Wynonna had to practically drag her mom kicking and screaming to do the various Judds reunion tours they've staged, but Naomi always snapped right into her role in the duo and performed wonderfully," the source said.

Article continues below advertisement

Sadly, Naomi died by suicide from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on April 30, just one day before the star's Country Music Hall of Fame medallion ceremony.

"Wy didn't think this short tour would be any different, but for Naomi, her mental health had just declined, so the least bit of pressure sent her over the edge," claimed the insider. "It's a heartache the whole family will have to deal with the rest of their lives."

Wynonna later revealed she would be honoring her mother by still going on the road for the duo's Final Tour.

Article continues below advertisement
naomi judd farewell tour stress pressure over the edge suicide
Source: MEGA
Article continues below advertisement

RadarOnline.com has since uncovered shocking details about the death scene, including a note that revealed tensions between Naomi and Wynonna.

Not too far from her pillow, Naomi penned a message on a Post-It that read, "Do not let Wy come to my funeral. She's mentally ill."

Article continues below advertisement
naomi judd farewell tour stress pressure over the edge suicide
Source: ©2004 RAMEY PHOTO ©2001 RAMEY PHOTO
READ MORE ON NEWS
Article continues below advertisement

A close family source previously told RadarOnline.com that Wynonna still attended her mother's funeral, adding that she "just has to continue to believe her mother did not mean what she wrote."

"Naomi had suffered from mental illness and suicidal thoughts for years, and Wynonna suffered right along with her," the insider said. "They toured the world and became music superstars as The Judds, but that also caused a lot of conflict."

Image of a woman with shocked expression

Never Miss an

Exclusive

Daily updates from the heart of Hollywood, right to your inbox

By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you’re agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Opt-out of personalized ads

© Copyright 2024 RADAR ONLINE™️. A DIVISION OF MYSTIFY ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK INC. RADAR ONLINE is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Offers may be subject to change without notice.