The Judd Family: Truth Be Told

The Judd Family: Truth Be Told reveals the complex story of the Judds’ including their triumphs and tragedies across several decades. From Naomi’s beginnings in Kentucky as a young teen mom, then known as Dianna, struggling to survive with her young daughters, the doc illustrates how the famous country music mother-daughter duo of Naomi and Wynonna Judd came to be and where Ashley stood at the height of Naomi and Wynonna’s fame. Untold truths emerge, illustrating what tied them together, and what also drove them a part.

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Seasons

4 Episodes • Premiered 2025

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1. A Mother's Smile

To unlock the mysteries surrounding Naomi Judd’s 2022 suicide, the episode examines her past. Naomi struggles to make ends meet as a single mother in seedy 1970s Hollywood. Naomi discovers Wynonna’s musical gift.

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2. Why Not Me?

Focuses on Naomi's efforts to launch Wynonna's career in Nashville, eventually leading to her joining the act.

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3. Love Can Build a Bridge

Details The Judds' rise to fame, the growing tension between Naomi and Wynonna, and the impact on Ashley.

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4. Child of the Light

Covers Naomi's Hepatitis diagnosis and forced retirement, while Wynonna and Ashley's careers flourish, and Naomi confronts painful childhood memories.

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