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Lainey Wilson Reigns Supreme at the 2025 ACM Awards

Lainey Wilson Reigns Supreme at the 2025 ACM Awards

Lainey Wilson Reigns Supreme at the 2025 ACM Awards

The 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM Awards) were held on Thursday, May 8th, 2025, in Frisco, Texas, and it was a night to remember! Country superstar Lainey Wilson continued her reign, securing the coveted Entertainer of the Year award for the second consecutive year. This incredible feat followed her wins for Female Artist of the Year and Album of the Year for her critically acclaimed "Whirlwind."

Lainey Wilson accepting an award

In her acceptance speech, a visibly emotional Wilson expressed gratitude towards her fans and the country music community, admitting to feeling the weight of the honor. "I really do have the best fans in the world," she shared, acknowledging moments of self-doubt. "Country music has given me more than I deserve."

Alan Jackson Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award

The evening also celebrated the legendary Alan Jackson, who received the inaugural ACM Alan Jackson Lifetime Achievement Award. The award, named in his honor, recognized his immeasurable contributions to country music. Jackson, visibly moved, shared anecdotes from his career and joked about a fan who named their dog after him, further illustrating his impact on the genre.

Alan Jackson accepting his lifetime achievement award

Other Notable Moments

The show was filled with incredible performances and memorable moments. Some highlights included:

  • Ella Langley and Riley Green's win for Single and Music Event of the Year for "You Look Like You Love Me."
  • A captivating 14-minute medley showcasing six decades of country music classics performed by legendary artists like Reba McEntire, Clint Black, Wynonna Judd, LeAnn Rimes, Little Big Town, and Dan + Shay.
  • The world premiere of the empowering single "Trailblazer" performed by Reba McEntire, Lainey Wilson, and Miranda Lambert.
  • Powerful performances from other top artists such as Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Zach Top, Blake Shelton, Kelsea Ballerini, Cody Johnson, Brooks & Dunn, Chris Stapleton, Jelly Roll and Shaboozey.
  • Old Dominion winning Group of the Year, a particularly touching moment following the passing of Oak Ridge Boys’ member Joe Bonsall in 2024.
  • Keith Urban's acceptance of the ACM Triple Crown Award, a first on-stage presentation since 2010.

The 2025 ACM Awards, streamed on Prime Video and Amazon Music’s Twitch channel, proved once again that the show successfully celebrates both established legends and rising stars, making it a truly unforgettable night for country music fans.

Source: Associated Press

Learn more about Lainey Wilson: Lainey Wilson's Official Website

More on Alan Jackson: Alan Jackson's Official Website

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