Greeted by country music fans, media & gracious Hall Of Fame leadership - Sonny, Doris and party arrive at the red carpet for the Medallion Ceremony & annual family reunion of membership. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_dscn2639.jpg) |
A proud moment for everyone as Kyle Young, director of the Hall of Fame and Museum, personally welcomes Sonny, Doris, Thelma & Milo to this honored occasion. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_dscn2645.jpg) |
Milo Liggett, sporting his recognizable & endearing personality - Always the backbone to Sonny's impeccably entertaining live performances, and a friend for over 5 amazing decades. At Milo's side throughout the evening... Sonny's Beloved Sis, Thelma. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_dscn2641.jpg) |
Arriving with Sonny & performing during the ceremony - Long time friends & staples of 'The Sonny James Sound'... The Southern Gentlemen. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_dscn2640.jpg) |
Sonny shares his thoughts and appreciation to media representatives along the red carpet. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_dscn2655.jpg) |
The Southern Gentlemen with a million stories to tell enjoy sharing just 1 or 2. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_img_0294.jpg) |
George Strait and family's arrival for his Hall Of Fame Induction. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_george_strait.jpg) |
Before the Medallion Ceremony, Sonny, Doris & Sis swap stories and laughs with Hall Of Fame Members Porter Wagner (seated left) & George Jones (standing). | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_img_0306.jpg) |
Sonny & Doris enjoy a visit with Randy Owen, following the Country Music Hall Of Fame "Medallion Ceremony". | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_img_0312.jpg) |
A reunion of friends. Sonny James and The Southern Gentlemen with 16 consecutive #1 hit records. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_img_0303.jpg) |
During the Medallion Ceremony Randy Owen sang an amazingly inspired a capella performance of "You're The Only World I Know", backed up by the strong rich vocal harmonies of The Southern Gentlemen.
[Pictured Left to Right - Jack Galloway, Lin Bown, Hall of Fame Member Randy Owen, Gary Robble, Glenn Huggins] | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_randy-owen-the-southern-gentlemen-print.jpg) |
A memorable highlight of the evening was Ray Stevens and George Lindey's perhaps a bit overly inspired rendition of Running Bear. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_ray_george.jpg) |
Sonny receives his Medallion from his dear long-time friend Porter Wagoner. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_sonny-porter-medal.jpg) |
Dear friend Harold Bradley receiving his Hall Of Fame Medallion from another dear friend and Hall Of Fame Member, Brenda Lee. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_harold_bradley.jpg) |
Reba McEntire performing during the evening's celebration. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_reba.jpg) |
A true tradition... The Medallion Ceremony ends with a family celebration, singing "Will The Circle Be Unbroken". | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_willthe_circle.jpg) |
COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTION: A photo for the ages... Three men whose talents, recordings & achievements are legendary. Three men, who share a common simple faith in God, Hope, Family & Friends. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_sonny_george_harold.jpg) |
A return visit to the Hall Of Fame by Glenn Huggins & Gary Robble following the official placement of Sonny's plaque. | ![Larger View & Slideshow](https://www.sonnyjames.com/hof/wp-content/gallery/medallion-ceremony/thumbs/thumbs_dscn2619.jpg) |