CMA Awards 2025
Lainey Wilson dominated the CMA Awards
Lainey Wilson / Ella Langley / Nashville, United States / Country Music Association / CMA Awards /

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  • The 2025 Country Music Association Awards electrified Nashville as Lainey Wilson shone as both host and star, capturing the prestigious Entertainer of the Year title while also winning Female Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year.
  • Emerging sensation Ella Langley dazzled, taking home awards for Single of the Year and Song of the Year with her hit “You Look Like You Love Me,” marking her rise in the country music scene.
  • The Red Clay Strays celebrated their victory as Vocal Group of the Year, performing their politically poignant song “People Hatin’” during the star-studded night.
  • Keith Urban returned to the stage for the first time since his split from Nicole Kidman, captivating the audience with a heartfelt rendition of "Where the Blacktop Ends."
  • The red carpet was alive with fashion and glamour, featuring standout appearances by stars like Kelsea Ballerini, who turned heads in multiple stunning red gowns, and Billy Ray Cyrus, who made a memorable debut with girlfriend Elizabeth Hurley.
  • The awards showcased the best of country music, blending emotional performances with heartfelt celebrations of artistic achievements, as industry veterans and rising stars came together for a night to remember.

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