Larry Strickland just spilled the beans about his late wife, Naomi Judd, taking a shot at him with a gun when she found out about his wandering eye. The whole dramatic incident was casually mentioned by Strickland in the new Lifetime docuseries “The Judd Family: Truth Be Told” while chatting about the 1995 TV movie “Naomi & Wynonna: Love Can Build a Bridge,” where there was a scene of Judd, played by Kathleen Yorkshot, firing at Strickland, portrayed by Bruce Greenwood, after his alleged affair.
In the docuseries, Strickland, who is now 79 years old, didn’t hold back, saying, “Well, it really happened, that’s all I can say. That’s all I wanna say. It happened.” According to People, the show also included a voiceover from Judd’s 1993 memoir “Love Can Build a Bridge,” where she gushed about their intense love but hinted at Strickland’s absence.
The plot thickens as the actress shared a story about a mysterious woman calling their Nashville home in the ’80s to declare her love for Strickland, adding more fuel to the fire of suspicion and drama in their relationship.
Judd’s on-screen rage in the TV movie was reflected in real life when she shredded photos of her and Strickland and tossed his belongings out of the house. The couple, who tied the knot in May 1989 after meeting in 1979, decided to weather the storm of infidelity together until Judd’s tragic suicide in 2022 at the age of 76.
After Judd’s passing, Strickland revealed the chaotic nature of her final months before her suicide, describing the difficulty in managing her declining mental health. “It was a very chaotic, hectic, hectic time,” he recalled. “It was extremely hard. She had several therapists that she was seeing, and her energy level had gotten really low.”
Strickland admitted to feeling guilty about potentially pushing Judd too hard in her fragile state, especially when it came to her eating habits and exercise routine. He took on the responsibility of managing her medications and ensuring she had everything she needed, reflecting on how he might have approached the situation differently if given another chance.
The loss of Judd, a mother to Wynonna, 60, and Ashley, 57, from different relationships, was a devastating blow to the family and fans alike. Despite the ups and downs of their relationship, the bond between Judd and Strickland endured until the very end, leaving a legacy of love and turmoil behind.
The details of their tumultuous journey, from passionate love to betrayal and tragedy, paint a picture of a complex and deeply emotional relationship that captivated audiences and left a lasting impact on those who followed their story. As Strickland continues to navigate life without his beloved wife, the memories of their shared struggles and triumphs serve as a reminder of the enduring power of love and forgiveness in the face of adversity.
