How on Earth Did Luke Combs Wear Elvis’ Birthday Watch From Johnny Cash at CMAs
Luke Combs turned heads at the 2025 CMA Awards not with an award, but with a priceless piece of music history on his wrist. A 1969 Omega watch gifted from Johnny Cash to Elvis Presley, now worn by country's reigning powerhouse.
Chris Stapleton Publicly Apologizes to Wife Morgane at the CMAs and It Gets Emotional
Chris Stapleton publicly apologized to his wife, Morgane, at the 2024 CMA Awards after forgetting to thank her in his first speech, turning a big night into a heartfelt one.
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani Were Nowhere at the CMAs, and Divorce Rumors Heated Up
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani skipped the 2025 CMA Awards, fueling divorce rumors amid their growing time apart and shifting priorities.
Elizabeth Hurley’s Son Defends Billy Ray Cyrus and Calls Him One of the Sweetest Men He’s Ever Met
A viral tabloid rumor is shut down when Elizabeth Hurley's son, Damian, calls Billy Ray Cyrus "one of the sweetest men" he's ever met and claps back at the internet's noise.
Red Clay Strays Won Their First Ever CMA Award Ending Old Dominion’s Seven-Year Reign
The Red Clay Strays ended Old Dominion's seven-year streak at the 2025 CMA Awards, winning Vocal Group of the Year with grit, heart, and a promise to make "actual" country music someday.
Jelly Roll Shows Off a Clean-Shaven Face for the First Time in 10 Years and the Change Is Wild
Jelly Roll debuts a clean-shaven face for the first time in 10 years after major weight loss, revealing a new chapter in his transformation journey.
Ernest Says Morgan Wallen “Doesn’t Give a F—” About CMAs While Backing Lainey Wilson
Ernest backs Lainey Wilson for CMA Entertainer of the Year while saying Morgan Wallen "doesn't give a f---" about awards and is too busy dominating the game.
Zach Top Accepts CMA New Artist of the Year With a Beer in Hand as the Crowd Eats It Up
Zach Top wins CMA New Artist of the Year with a beer in hand and zero apologies, marking a huge night for neotraditional country at the 2025 CMA Awards.
“you look like you love me” Closes Award Season With Seven Wins Across the ACM and CMA Awards
"you look like you love me" by Ella Langley and Riley Green ends award season with seven total wins across the CMA and ACM Awards after a surprise breakout year.
George Strait’s Rare CMA Appearance Honored Vince Gill as He Accepted the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award
George Strait made a rare CMA appearance to honor Vince Gill, who accepted the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award with heart, humor, and history.
The CMAs Lost Star Power as Morgan Wallen, Reba, Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, and Many More Skipped
Morgan Wallen, Reba, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, and more skipped the 2025 CMA Awards, raising questions about the show's fading star power.
Here’s Why Lainey Wilson Won 2025 CMA Entertainer of the Year and What Put Her Over the Top
Lainey Wilson wins 2025 CMA Entertainer of the Year after a record-breaking world tour, chart-topping album, and a history-making solo hosting moment.
Here Are the 2025 CMA Awards Winners With the Full List and Unforgettable Moments
2025 CMA Awards winners and full list with standout moments live from Nashville as Lainey Wilson hosts, with Ella Langley and Megan Moroney chasing top honors.
Morgan Wallen Becomes First Country Artist With Three Songs Over 1 Billion Spotify Streams
Morgan Wallen becomes the first country artist to have three Spotify Billions Club songs, with "Whiskey Glasses," "Last Night," and "I Had Some Help" each topping 1 billion streams.
Keith Urban Slammed After Performing “Pink Pony Club” at Mar-a-Lago With President Trump in Attendance
Keith Urban covers "Pink Pony Club" at a Mar-a-Lago party with President Trump present, backlash erupts online, while he steadily keeps focus on the music.
NFL Legend Brett Favre Wants a Patriot Like Jason Aldean to Perform at the Super Bowl
NFL legend Brett Favre slams the choice of Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show and instead calls for country patriots like Jason Aldean or George Strait to take the stage.
Dolly Parton Finally Gets an Oscar and Proves Once Again She’s in a League of Her Own
Dolly Parton finally takes home her first Oscar with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, delivering a heartfelt video message from Nashville that proves she is still in a league of her own.
Morgan Wallen Shares the Wild Truth About His First Kiss and It’s Pure Small-Town Chaos
Morgan Wallen shares the wild story of his first kiss proving once again that small-town chaos makes the best country tales.
Morgan Wallen Receives CMA’s International Artist Award Before the Big Night Even Starts
Morgan Wallen scores the CMA's International Artist Achievement Award before the 2025 ceremony even begins, proving his global influence and reign over country music continues to grow.
Toby Keith’s Daughter Took the NFL Stage to Honor Him at the Steelers vs. Bengals Game
Krystal Keith honored her late father, Toby Keith, with a powerful tribute at the Steelers vs. Bengals game, performing his iconic songs during the NFL's Salute to Service event.
Post Malone to Headline NFL Thanksgiving Halftime Show During Cowboys vs. Chiefs Game
Post Malone brings hometown pride to the Cowboys-Chiefs Thanksgiving game with a halftime show that promises Texas heat, big hits, and a whole lot of heart.
Cody Johnson Says He’s Disappointed Not to Be Performing at the 2025 CMA Awards
Cody Johnson bows out of performing at the 2025 CMA Awards to prioritize his health and stay true to his fans, proving real country still knows how to walk the walk.
When Waylon Jennings Signed His 1975 CMA Award With a NSFW Phrase and Zero Regrets
Waylon Jennings signed his 1975 CMA certificate with a blunt "F*** you" and zero regrets, proving once again that outlaw country was never about playing nice.
Todd Snider, Revered Songwriter and Alt-Country Voice, Dies at 59
Todd Snider, the fearless voice of alt-country, has died at 59. His songs, stories, and outsider spirit will echo forever through the soul of American music.
Backstage Video Shows Jamey Johnson Helping Randy Travis Play Guitar for the First Time in Years
Jamey Johnson helped Randy Travis play guitar backstage at the Opry, creating a powerful moment that proved true country music never fades with time.
Morgan Wallen Turns His Spotify Billion-Stream Awards Into Chrome Rims on His ATV
Morgan Wallen turned his Spotify billion-stream plaques into zip-tied chrome rims on his ATV, proving once again that country success hits different in his world.
The Onstage Accident That Ended an ’80s Country Legend’s Touring Career for Good
Mel McDaniel's fall into an unmarked orchestra pit in 1996 ended his touring career and changed his life forever, but it never silenced his country music legacy.
Robert Irwin’s Tribute to His Dad on DWTS Left the Judges in Tears and Scored a Perfect 40
Robert Irwin honored his late father with a powerful foxtrot on DWTS that left judges in tears and earned the first perfect score of the season.
Kelly Clarkson Mocked Blake Shelton at a Fan Vow Renewal and Had the Whole Crowd Howling
Kelly Clarkson crashed her own Vegas show to officiate a fan's vow renewal and fired a hilarious shot at Blake Shelton that had the whole crowd howling.
Jelly Roll Admits He Was Falling Apart During His Isolating Australian Tour
Jelly Roll opens up about loneliness, anxiety, and breaking down during his isolating tour across Australia and New Zealand.