Who Is Stephen Wilson Jr and Why His Laid Back Swagger and Raw Stories Are Blowing Up
Stephen Wilson Jr. turned heads at the CMAs with soul-bearing performances and outlaw swagger. From boxer to scientist to breakout country star, he is the grit Nashville never saw coming.
Taylor Swift Joined Vince Gill at the CMAs 12 Years Ago and Earned Newfound Respect From Country Fans
Twelve years ago at the CMAs, Taylor Swift stunned country fans with a stripped-down version of "Red" alongside Vince Gill and Alison Krauss, earning newfound respect and silencing the doubters.
Lainey Wilson Owns the CMAs With a Medley and Viewers Say Her Intro Was the Best Ever
Lainey Wilson lit up the CMAs with a fiery medley that stole the show and proved once again why she is country music's reigning queen.
When Alan Jackson and George Strait Took the CMA Stage and Called Out Country Radio
Alan Jackson and George Strait lit up the 1999 CMA Awards with their gutsy performance of "Murder on Music Row," calling out country radio and defending real country music in front of the entire industry.
Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert Bring Perfect Harmony to “A Song to Sing” at the CMA Awards With a Warm Retro Groove
Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert lit up the 2025 CMA Awards with their soulful duet "A Song to Sing," delivering retro flair, raw emotion, and undeniable country gold in a performance fans won't forget.
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.
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.
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.
Stephen Wilson Jr. Just Stole the 2025 CMAs With a Haunting Performance of “Stand By Me”
Stephen Wilson Jr. stuns the 2025 CMA Awards with a chilling performance of "Stand By Me," honoring his late father and earning a standing ovation.
“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.
Alan Jackson’s 2001 CMA Debut of “Where Were You” Still Brings Back All the Emotions
The CMA Awards 2001 captured Alan Jackson unveiling "Where Were You," a 9/11 tribute that stunned Nashville with raw grace and turned a quiet room into healing.
Miranda Lambert and Ashley McBryde Reportedly Banned From Sitting Together at the CMAs
Miranda Lambert and Ashley McBryde reportedly are no longer allowed to sit together at the CMA Awards after stealing the show with their rowdy table antics, proving their friendship is as wild and real as country music gets.
Remember When Faith Hill Yelled “WHAT!?” After Losing to Carrie Underwood at the 2006 CMAs
Faith Hill's infamous "WHAT?!" reaction after losing to Carrie Underwood at the 2006 CMA Awards sparked major controversy, but was it all just a misunderstood joke? Here's the wild story behind one of country music's most talked-about award show moments.
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.
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.
Vince Gill Set to Receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 CMAs
Vince Gill will receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 CMA Awards, honoring his five-decade legacy of heartfelt songs, record-breaking accolades, and timeless influence on country music.
CMA Awards 2025 Performers List Shakes Things Up With Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, and BigXthaPlug
Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, and BigXthaPlug shake up the 2025 CMA Awards performer list with a lineup that pushes country music into bold new territory.
Lainey Wilson to Host 2025 CMA Awards Making History as 3rd Woman to Solo Host
Lainey Wilson will make history hosting the 2025 CMA Awards solo, becoming only the third woman ever to lead Country Music's Biggest Night from Nashville.
Lainey Wilson’s Emotional Yet Playful CMA Nomination Reaction Proves She Knows She Earned It
Lainey Wilson celebrated her 2025 CMA Entertainer of the Year nomination with emotion and swagger, proving her spot at the top of country music is well earned.
Which Country Singer Has Collected the Most CMA Awards Wins and Who Else Dominates the List
Chris Stapleton and Brooks & Dunn share the record for most CMA Awards wins at 19 each, while George Strait, Vince Gill, Alan Jackson, and Miranda Lambert also dominate the list.
Cody Johnson Scores His First CMA Entertainer of the Year Nod and Proves Hard Work Pays Off
Cody Johnson earns his first CMA Entertainer of the Year nomination with four total nods, proving nearly two decades of hard work and tradition finally paid off.
Riley Green Nabs Four 2025 CMA Awards Nominations and Marks His Biggest Year Yet
Riley Green earns four CMA Award nominations in 2025 for "You Look Like You Love Me" with Ella Langley, marking the biggest year of his country career yet.
2025 CMA Awards Nominations Reveal Snubs and Surprises as Ella Langley Leads While Morgan Wallen Gets Overlooked
The 2025 CMA Awards nominations highlight Ella Langley's six nods and Zach Top's breakout, while Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Parmalee, and Kane Brown get snubbed.