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Brooks & Dunn celebrate their historic 17th Duo of the Year win at the 2025 ACM Awards, cementing their legacy as the most awarded duo in country music history.

Brooks & Dunn Just Broke Another ACM Record and No One’s Even Close

Brooks & Dunn win their 17th ACM Duo of the Year award at the 2025 ACMs, marking a historic comeback and extending their record as country music's most awarded duo.

Lainey Wilson accepts her 2025 ACM Entertainer of the Year award—becoming the first woman since Taylor Swift to win it back-to-back, and reclaiming the title with a style all her own.

Lainey Wilson Reclaimed a Title Taylor Swift Couldn’t Hold on To

Lainey Wilson wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards for the second year in a row, becoming the first woman since Taylor Swift to do it back-to-back.

Morgan Wallen and Tom Brady pose together on a golf course, smiling with clubs in hand, in a playful, digitally created image meant for humorous effect—not an actual photo.

Morgan Wallen Ditches the ACM Awards to Golf With Tom Brady Instead

Morgan Wallen skips the 2025 ACM Awards despite seven nominations, choosing to golf with Tom Brady instead, as he gears up for a new album and stadium tour.

Alan Jackson performs an emotional rendition of "Remember When" at the 2025 ACM Awards, wearing a black embroidered western shirt and white cowboy hat as he strums his guitar and moves the audience to tears.

Alan Jackson Leaves the ACM Crowd in Tears With “Remember When”

Alan Jackson performs "Remember When" at the 2025 ACM Awards before accepting the renamed Lifetime Achievement Award, leaving the crowd emotional and on their feet.

Lainey Wilson holds up her Entertainer of the Year trophy at the 2025 ACM Awards in Frisco, Texas, wearing a brown western hat and turquoise jewelry as she delivers a heartfelt acceptance speech.

Lainey Wilson Wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards in Frisco

Lainey Wilson wins Entertainer of the Year for the second year in a row at the 2025 ACM Awards with a heartfelt speech and a nod to her journey from living room dreams to center stage.

Lainey Wilson holds her ACM trophy with emotion while delivering her acceptance speech for Album of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards, dressed in her signature black cowboy hat and turquoise jewelry.

Lainey Wilson Wins Album of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards for Whirlwind

Lainey Wilson won Album of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards for Whirlwind. In a heartfelt acceptance speech, she thanked her band, producer Jay Joyce, and fans.

Lainey Wilson raises her ACM trophy high in celebration after winning Female Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards, wearing her signature black wide-brim hat and turquoise jewelry.

Lainey Wilson Wins Female Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards

Lainey Wilson wins Female Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards in Frisco with a powerful speech and back-to-back victories that mark a defining moment.

Ella Langley and Riley Green stand onstage at the 2025 ACM Awards accepting the Single of the Year trophy for “You Look Like You Love Me,” flanked by their team and lit by golden stage lights.

Ella Langley and Riley Green Win ACM Single of the Year with a Song That Doesn’t Play by the Rules

Ella Langley and Riley Green win ACM Single of the Year for "You Look Like You Love Me," proving that country's boldest moments still come from breaking the rules.

Brooks & Dunn accept the Duo of the Year award at the 2025 ACM Awards, standing together on stage with trophies in hand as they thank fans for decades of support.

Brooks & Dunn Wins Duo of the Year at 2025 ACM Awards

Brooks & Dunn win Duo of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards, delivering heartfelt thanks and a bit of rowdy charm during a night that honored both legacy and longevity.

Chris Stapleton accepts the Male Artist of the Year award at the 2025 ACM Awards, holding the trophy and speaking into the mic with emotion during a heartfelt tribute.

Chris Stapleton Wins Male Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards

Chris Stapleton wins Male Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards, dedicates the award to late friend Ben Vaughn in a heartfelt speech.

Old Dominion frontman Matthew Ramsey delivers a speech at the 2025 ACM Awards after winning Group of the Year for the eighth consecutive time, flanked by The Oak Ridge Boys.

Old Dominion Wins Group of the Year at 2025 ACM Awards, Makes History with Eighth Straight Win

Old Dominion wins Group of the Year for the eighth straight time at the 2025 ACM Awards, extending their record and honoring Rascal Flatts in a heartfelt speech.

Cody Johnson smiles on the ACM Awards 60th anniversary red carpet after winning Song of the Year for "Dirt Cheap."

Cody Johnson’s “Dirt Cheap” Wins Song of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards

Cody Johnson's "Dirt Cheap" wins Song of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards, with emotional remarks from songwriter Josh Phillips marking a standout moment of the night.

Cody Johnson and his wife Brandi pose on the ACM red carpet, smiling as Brandi cradles her baby bump while Cody wears a cowboy hat and checkered blazer.

Cody Johnson Reveals He and Wife Brandi Are Expecting a Baby Boy on the CMA Red Carpet

Cody Johnson reveals he and wife Brandi are expecting a baby boy during ACM Awards week, adding a personal milestone to a career moment marked by seven nominations.

Cody Johnson performs a heartfelt rendition of “Red Dirt Road” in a cowboy hat and suit jacket at the ACM Gala, backed by a warm red stage curtain and live band.

Cody Johnson Pays Tribute to Brooks and Dunn With Powerful “Red Dirt Road” Cover at ACM Gala

Cody Johnson's powerful tribute to Brooks & Dunn, "Red Dirt Road," at the ACM Gala proved that some songs and artists never go out of style.

Eric Church performs an acoustic tribute in an orange jacket and sunglasses, playing guitar under warm stage lighting during the ACM gala in honor of Brooks & Dunn.

Eric Church Honors Brooks & Dunn With Soulful Take on “You’re Gonna Miss Me When I’m Gone” at ACM Gala

Eric Church delivers a haunting acoustic performance of "You're Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone" at the ACM Gala, honoring Brooks & Dunn with gritty perfection.

Beyoncé stands at the microphone in a strapless gown and gloves, appearing emotional during an award show—symbolic of the attention she brought to country music with Cowboy Carter, despite being shut out of the 2025 ACM Awards.

There Are No Beyoncé Nods at the 2025 ACM Awards and That’s No Mistake

Beyoncé's exclusion from the 2025 ACM Awards wasn't an oversight. The industry made a clear choice about who really belongs in country music.

Alan Jackson plays guitar in a sleeveless denim shirt and cowboy hat, embodying his classic country style—the same unapologetic spirit he later showed during his silent protest at the ACM Awards.

Remember When Alan Jackson Protested the ACMs Without Saying a Word?

Alan Jackson once protested the ACM Awards with a silent move so bold that it's still legendary. There was no speech, no drama—just a drummer without sticks and a statement for real country.

Three actresses cast to portray Dolly Parton at different stages of her life in the upcoming Broadway musical, capturing her journey from humble beginnings to country icon.

Meet the Three Actresses Who Will Bring Dolly Parton’s Life to the Broadway Stage

Three powerhouse actresses will portray Dolly Parton in her upcoming Broadway musical, which will capture her journey from the Smoky Mountains to global superstardom.

Gretchen Wilson revealed as Pearl on The Masked Singer after winning Season 13, wearing an elaborate sea-themed costume that symbolized her surprising comeback to mainstream entertainment.

Gretchen Wilson Shocks Everyone With Her Win on The Masked Singer as Pearl

Gretchen Wilson shocked viewers as Pearl on The Masked Singer, winning Season 13 with a comeback performance that proved she's far from finished.

Four iconic female country artists — Barbara Mandrell, Loretta Lynn, Taylor Swift, and Miranda Lambert — who have won the Academy of Country Music’s Entertainer of the Year award, breaking barriers and setting the stage for future generations.

10 Female Country Stars Who Have Won Entertainer of the Year at the ACMs

Ten trailblazing women have won ACM Entertainer of the Year. From Loretta Lynn to Lainey Wilson, each carved her legacy by beating country’s biggest names.

Eddie Rabbitt performs passionately on stage in a colorful jacket, representing a forgotten era when his smooth voice and songwriting shaped the future of country music.

Eddie Rabbitt Changed Country Music and Faded Without the Tribute He Deserved

Eddie Rabbitt shaped the sound of modern country music, yet his legacy remains overlooked. His story is one of quiet greatness that deserves louder recognition.

Carrie Underwood stands at the podium during a recent American Idol taping, recalling the pressure of her early days as the iconic theme song sparks fresh nerves nearly 20 years after her win.

Carrie Underwood Admits the American Idol Theme Song Still Gives Her Anxiety

Carrie Underwood admits the American Idol theme still sparks anxiety nearly 20 years after her win, proving some moments stay with you no matter how far you go.

Chris Stapleton stands beside George Strait at the ACM Honors, as Strait holds his trophy—symbolizing the very legacy Stapleton is now one award away from surpassing at the 2025 ACMs.

George Strait’s ACM Crown Is on the Line and Chris Stapleton Is Coming for It

Chris Stapleton is chasing history at the 2025 ACM Awards. With six nominations, he could surpass George Strait as the most awarded male solo artist in ACM history.

Miranda Lambert performs "Kerosene" on the American Idol stage, exuding confidence and fire with a fierce expression and commanding presence.

Miranda Lambert Walked on That Idol Stage With “Kerosene” and Owned Every Second

Miranda Lambert torched the American Idol stage with a fiery performance of "Kerosene," reminding everyone why her grit and fire still burn twenty years later.

Kellie Pickler delivers a heartfelt performance few months after her husband's passing, shortly before entering a legal battle with his family over his estate.

Kellie Pickler Leans on Her Idol Friend Katharine McPhee as Her Legal Battle with In-Laws Escalates

Kellie Pickler finds steady support from longtime friend Katharine McPhee as her legal dispute with her late husband Kyle Jacobs' parents deepens.

Beyoncé performs in an all-white fringe outfit during her Cowboy Carter tour after changing visuals due to a cease and desist from Sphere Entertainment.

Beyoncé Caves and Changes Cowboy Carter Visual After Cease and Desist

Beyoncé was forced to pull a key visual from her Cowboy Carter tour after a cease and desist from Sphere Entertainment. Even pop royalty has to play by the rules.

Jamal Roberts delivers a powerful performance of Carrie Underwood’s “Undo It” on American Idol, leaving Carrie visibly stunned and the crowd on fire.

Jamal Roberts Just Gave Carrie Underwood’s “Undo It” the Redemption It Needed

Jamal Roberts transformed Carrie Underwood's most divisive hit into a showstopper. His "Undo It" performance on Idol might be the redemption this song needed.

Breanna Nix passionately sings Martina McBride’s “Independence Day” on American Idol, securing her spot in the Top 7 despite a brief slip in lyrics.

Breanna Nix Belts Martina McBride’s Independence Day and Earns a Spot in the Top 7

Breanna Nix powered through a brief lyric slip to deliver a bold take on Martina McBride's "Independence Day," earning her a well-deserved spot in Idol's Top 7.

Luke Bryan reacts emotionally as John Foster performs George Strait’s “I Cross My Heart,” proving he belonged on American Idol despite early doubts.

Luke Bryan Told John Foster He Might Not Be Good Enough But He Was Proven Wrong

John Foster went from being doubted by Luke Bryan to delivering a George Strait cover that left no question. He's exactly where he belongs on American Idol's big stage.

John Foster smiles in a cowboy hat while performing George Strait’s “I Cross My Heart” on American Idol, securing his spot in the Top 7.

John Foster Honors George Strait With “I Cross My Heart” and Earns His Spot in American Idol’s Top 7

John Foster's heartfelt performance of George Strait's "I Cross My Heart" on American Idol sealed his place in the Top 7 and made it personal with a dedication to his girlfriend.