Kix Brooks Turned Down Role in ‘Nashville’

The hit ABC prime time soap 'Nashville' has had many country stars doing guest appearances, including Florida Georgia Line, Kellie Pickler and Brad Paisley. But one star who turned down the role is 'American Country Countdown' host, Kix Brooks.

In addition to being an award-winning country icon, he's an actor and film producer -- but because of his busy roster, he doesn’t always have time to accept the roles offered to him, no matter how big.  Because of his busy schedule, Kix tells ABC News Radio, he had to turn down the role in the popular TV show.

“They gave me a great opportunity,” Brooks admits, “Made me an offer to play a great part about a homeless person who had been in the music business and was kind of washed up. It was, like, six episodes."

Although the singer was excited about the possibility, he was unable to join the cast because of his busy touring schedule. 'Forrest Gump' alum Mykelti Williamson took the role instead.

"I really, really wanted to do it," Brooks recalls, "but it’s not like you can go cancel shows because you gotta do another one."

Thankfully, the talented performer is still finding ways to appear on television. He is hosting a new television show, ‘Steak Out With Kix Brooks,’ which follows his cross-country search for the best steak.

"There’s not really a good steak show out there, and, of course, steak and wine go good together,” he says, grinning. "Steakhouses in the community sort of speak to the personality. Every small town and big town have their steakhouse, and they have their own personalities."

Sounds like a "meaty" role Kix... pun intended!  We look forward to seeing you on TV and so glad you are a part of the Hawk Saturday night with 'The American Country Countdown' every Saturday night 6-10pm on 98.1 The Hawk. Listen live at 981TheHawk.com or on your smart phone or tablet, using the Hawk app, Radio Pup.