Many musicians like to dabble in the acting world. And we, as the viewers, enjoy seeing them in a new light. While it’s best to see stars take on a leading role, it can be fun to see them stop by for only a scene or two. Check out three of the best cameos made by country stars, below.
[RELATED: 5 of the Weirdest Musician Cameos in Film and TV]
Videos by American Songwriter
3 Movie Cameos Featuring Country Stars
1. Trace Adkins – Square Dance
Though Trace Adkins has had several larger roles than the one we see him perform in Square Dance, this cameo acted as his big screen debut. Adkins plays a member of the swinging Bayou Band. While Winona Rider’s character and her friends are attempting to two step, Adkins can be seen providing them with musical encouragement.
Oh they tell me of a home far beyond the skies
Oh they tell me of a home far away
Oh they tell me of a place where no storm clouds rise
Oh they tell me of an unclouded day
2. Willie Nelson – Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me
Willie Nelson‘s cameo in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me is all for the benefit of a prolonged inappropriate joke. The country star appears on the screen for a fleeting moment, using his name as a bit of innuendo. It’s perhaps not the most prestigious role for a musical icon to play, but it’s certainly a memorable appearance.
Whiskey River take my mind
Don’t let her memory torture me
Whiskey River don’t run dry
You’re all I got, take care of me
3. Tim McGraw – Four Christmases
Tim McGraw plays a supporting role in the holiday comedy film Four Christmases. He plays the immature brother of Vince Vaughn. While Vaughn’s main character attempts to assert some grown up boundaries, he and fellow brother Jon Favreau resort to physical violence. It’s sure to bring an incredulous smile to the viewers face.
In the desert they’re hanging Christmas lights
From a cactus Christmas tree
And all the way over the sea
In Tokyo, they’re hanging mistletoe
(Photo by Taylor Hill/Getty Images)
Most Viewed
-
British guitarist, singer and songwriter Mark Knopfler (left) plays a Schecter Stratocaster as his band, Dire Straits, including Hal Lindes (right), performs live in concert at Wembley Arena in London, England, July 1985. Dire Straits played twelve dates (between 4th July and 16th July) at the venue as part of their 'Brothers in Arms' Tour. (Photo by Fin Costello/Redferns/Getty Images) -
1990 MTV Video Music Awards (L-R) American musicians Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, Joe Perry, Steven Tyler and Joey Kramer, of the American rock band Aerosmith, pose with their Moonman award backstage during the 1990 MTV Video Music Awards at the Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles, California, September 6, 1990. (Photo by Lester Cohen/Getty Images) -
Richie Blackmore of Deep Purple, who recorded a classic rock album any dad would love to have. -
Queen – Freddie Mercury, Queen – Freddie Mercury (Photo by Brian Rasic/Getty Images) -
(Photo by John Lynn Kirk/Redferns/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) -
Phil Collins (born in 1951), British actor and singer-songwriter, during a concert at Bercy. Paris (12th arrondissement), March 5, 1985. (Photo by Christian Rose/Roger Viollet via Getty Images)
