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One Of Country Music’s Biggest Stars Gives a Greensboro Server A Massive Tip

We told you this morning about the Waffle House server from Greensboro that recently received a $1,000 tip from a “well-known” country star who humbly said at the time that…

We told you this morning about the Waffle House server from Greensboro that recently received a $1,000 tip from a "well-known" country star who humbly said at the time that he wanted to remain anonymous. We believe we know who the big tipper is now thanks to our former teammate and still very good friend, Emalee. Honey Lackey was serving and caring for her daughter at the same time at the popular waffle house restaurant.

This country star reportedly told Honey that they respect her for taking care of her daughter and working when some people don't want to work anymore.  He also reportedly sent concert tickets, baby clothes, and toys to Honey and her daughter Bella,

It tickled us when we got a call from our former teammate Emalee. Our girl had the scoop! Listen to the whole story right here:

None other than, one of the sweetest artists in country music, Luke Bryan!

Catherine Lane is the morning show co-host and midday host on Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for the past 24 years and is a recipient of the Academy of Country Music Major Market Personality of the Year award. Catherine has been on air in both radio and television in the Queen City for 38 years. As a content creator for Country 1037, Catherine writes blogs on local events and restaurants. She also writes about great travel spots and out of the way places in the Carolinas. Anything outdoors, travel, food, animals or the many country artists from the Carolinas.