Through the years, Billy and Ruth Graham befriended many notable figures, including celebrities. Some of their dearest friends included country music singer Johnny Cash and his wife June Carter Cash.

In his autobiography, Just As I Am, Billy had this to say about Johnny and June:

“We have laughed together and cried together as families, sharing each other’s burdens during times of illness and heartache. We’ve been guests in each other’s homes on many occasions and vacationed together from time to time. We have no better friends than Johnny and June.”

June Carter Cash gifted a copy of her book From the Heart to the Graham’s with this inscription, “To Billy, my good friend and great warrior for God. Share some of my life as well as lessons that have brought me closer to God. My love and prayers – June.”