Gone Country 3: Tara Conner
Tara Conner is one of the celebrities participating in this season of Gone Country 3. She shares her thoughts about the upcoming experience.
I am Tara Conner, former Miss USA 2006. I wanted to do Gone Country 3 because it's an opportunity to work in Nashville, which I love. It feels like home to me because I grew up in Kentucky. I've always been a music fan and I've always been kind of a closet singer. I just feel like it's a great opportunity for me to step into this world and just see if I can do it, because there is a lot of talent involved and there is a lot of heart that goes into it. It's always been something that I thought I could do, but it's kind of like an inner battle. It gives me a chance to conquer one of my fears and hopefully start a new beginning.
I am a big country fan, because I grew up with it. I worked at a roadhouse and we always had it playing there. All our friends had bands and so they would have jam sessions at their house, and I would just go and hang out and then I would grab the mic and I would sing. It's just a lot of fun. There's a lot of fun that comes with country music. I think I can write a country song because I'm from the south. The audience that I have to appeal to on a day to day basis now is foreign to me, where this is more of a home style kind of feel. I feel like some of the things that I've been through and some of the challenges I've had to face, they're everyday challenges that a lot of people have to go through. And everyday struggles they have to go through. So I feel like it will be easy for me to put that on paper. I think it's going to be a roller coaster! Because for me, it's scary because I'm not a singer. I'm a closet singer. I sing in the shower. But living in a house with random people that you don't really know, it's going to be scary, but I have high hopes for it. I think it's going to be a learning experience and a growing process. So I think it's going to be really neat. I think my fans should watch the show because I think everyone has a preconceived notion of me. Everyone knows me as the rehabbed beauty queen. But I have so much more to offer than that. There's so much more to me than that, that's so far off from who I actually am, so it's just an opportunity to show people your genuine self. I'm looking forward to some of the activities, and I'm looking forward to southern cooking. I miss it so bad! I'm just ready to embrace this experience and get it started.
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Amy B. says:
Are you the friend of Tiffany Fallon’s? if so, cool. Hope Nashville treats you well!
Chickadee says:
She will do well as a country singer, chef, actress, hell Tara can be whatever she chooses to be in showbiz!
Charl says:
You may be closet singer but we know you have a heart the size of Texas…and a message to share. Go get ‘em girl and God Bless!
Justin says:
Tara you can do anything you set your mind to your a beautiful girl, and you have enough talent to achieve any dream you want. Use the words of those who look down upon your past as motivation to become the best.
Allen says:
It tskes a lot of guts to do this. You are one of the strongest people I have ever seen. You face challenges head on and hold your head high which I commend you for. Everyone makes mistakes in life but not everyone grows from there negative experiances. You have and you are an inspiration to many. Good luck Tara!!
Jamie Rae says:
You go get your dreams girl? I love you and good luck. I will be watching the show every night and looking forward to seeing you. Please do not let people treat you like someone that your not. Our past is what makes us all who we are. We learn from our mistakes, and grow from them. Don’t let anyone put you down for that. Hopefully you can read this and figure out who I am. Its all in the name baby! LOVE YOU
Stephanie says:
I’m sooo excited for you girl. Heres your chance to follow your dreams. Give it your all and good luck. Show everyone what Tara Conner is all about. You got this! We Love Ya and Hope to see you soon.
Always Right says:
“Children of privilege.” That’s all these people are on this show. People, get off of your hineys and go see some actual talent busting their butts in the bars trying to make it. Don’t support these “celebrities” that get a free record deal just because they made the news coking it up in NYC. You might as well give a deal to Paris Hilton too!
Amy says:
Your awesome Tara! Good Luck! Dont let anyone bring you down.
wooldridge says:
Tara,
nice to see a family member follow their dreams…..You are great and we support you.
Marcus says:
never watched the show before tonight.. Found you endearing, charming, and wounded.. think you have talent though..best of luck.
Cindy Smith says:
Try to be more of a lady. IN THE VAN WAS RUDE Everyone here was shocked that you would be so gross. Such a pretty girl! Everyone is watching
scarfy says:
hey she is a new to the art. give her a chance now. lets see what the girl can do.
Momma T says:
Tara, Love you on the show. I am glad that you can be yourself and have fun. Some people do not know how to let go and enjoy life. I hope that country music will welcome you with open arms because that is the way you welcome life with your arms wide open…
Brian says:
Tara, You are a beautiful woman and you have a wonderful voice. Show the other cast what kentucky people are about we have alot of country singers that come from here and now it’s your turn. Good luck in whatever you do.
stinkyboy says:
Tara, you rock and your are shining. The best is yet to come for you. Peace! God Bless.
KYJACK says:
Sorry but these reality shows suck. And this show must have needed former Miss Fake to garner some ratings. Although I am sure she has Rich wrapped just like she had windbag Trump.
Kimberly Boyce says:
I just watched”Gone Country 3″ and I can’t wait to hear your song. I can so relate to your struggles. I was always thought of as a popular person, but I had very few friend and was extremely lonely. I too turned to substances to compensate for the loneliness. Something I still struggle with. Keep up the good work. You are truly an inspiration.
KonFes says:
Keep Going Beautiful.
Phyllis says:
Tara, you are a very good singer…you have a great voice. You gave a great performance….you brought tears to my eyes…and your song is absolutely gorgeous! I hope that you will have the opportunity to record it. I would buy it in a heartbeat. In fact, I hope you can record a whole cd. You’ve got a lot of talent. Superb job!
Craig says:
Tara,
You stole my heart in Gone Country. I thought you had it won. Please keep plugging, you have the makings of a GREAT country star:))) You ARE Wonderful.
Kristy (R.COUNTY) says:
Tried to keep up with Gone Country sometimes was unable and missed it. I think you did Great. I think you did Great! Could relate to everything you said. Ive been there its truly Hard. Keep up the good work. You have came so far.
kaye says:
For Tara, Tara you have a very special gift in that you can pull up lines and rhymes that are unique, I think the biz may call them ‘hooks’. They are real and connect with people like me. While I don’t see you as a performance artist, I do see you with some work being a prolific and successful part of a songwriting team. Thank you so much for allowing us to get to know you THE REAL YOU on Gone Country 3.
Andrew (Australia) says:
Hi Tara & USA
Tara has transformed from a beautiful woman with faults to a beautiful lady with responsibility. Ladettes are more likely to listen to her than anyone else. Americans who sledge Tara most likely still know someone who has an addiction. They are just hypercrites. Donald Trump is a true American. He helps others. Australians love and respect Trump. I commend Tara, for the person she has become. Australians love Tara, she is more than welcome to visit Australia. God Bless you, Tara. Hugs & Kisses.