Rayna Jaymes

Rayna Jaymes
Nashville character
Connie Britton as Rayna Jaymes
Portrayed byConnie Britton
Duration2012–17, 2018
First appearanceOctober 10, 2012
(episode 1.01; "Pilot")
Last appearanceJuly 26, 2018
(episode 6.16; "Beyond the Sunset)
Created byCallie Khouri
In-universe information
Occupation
FatherLamar Wyatt
MotherVirginia Wyatt
SistersTandy Hampton
SpouseTeddy Conrad (2000–13)
Deacon Claybourne (2016–17)
DaughtersMaddie Conrad
Daphne Conrad
Other relativesMaggie Monahan
Jimmy Monahan

Rayna Alisia Jaymes (née Wyatt; previously Conrad[1]) is a fictional character and one of two leads in the ABC/CMT musical drama series Nashville. Rayna has been portrayed by actress Connie Britton since the series' pilot episode, which aired on October 10, 2012.

Britton has received critical acclaim for her performance as Rayna.[2][3] She was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama, a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, and a Satellite Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama.[4]

  1. ^ "A Picture from Life's Other Side". Nashville. Season 1. Episode 20. May 15, 2013. ABC. Per the restraining order in the episode.
  2. ^ Tim Goodman (October 5, 2012). "Nashville: TV Review". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved April 19, 2013.
  3. ^ "Singing its praises: ABC's Nashville is fall's best newcomer". Uncle Barky. October 9, 2012. Retrieved April 19, 2013.
  4. ^ "Golden Globe Nominations: 'Lincoln' Leads With 7, 'Game Change' Tops TV". The Hollywood Reporter. December 13, 2012. Retrieved April 19, 2013.