Country Music's Brightest Shine at the 2025 CMA Awards: Ella Langley and Riley Green Steal the Show
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The 59th annual Country Music Association Awards took center stage at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena, live on ABC and streaming on Hulu Thursday. The night belonged to Ella Langley and Riley Green, who kicked off the celebrations by taking home the award for Single of the Year for their nostalgic hit 'You Look Like You Love Me.' Country music's power couples Brooks & Dunn also made a strong impression, securing their 16th win in the Vocal Duo of the Year category. Kix Brooks' acceptance speech was a hilarious highlight, as he quipped, 'Hell no!' to a question about getting tired of winning. Host Lainey Wilson, who led this year's nominations with six nods, had a star-studded night of her own. She performed a spirited medley, joined by surprise collaborators Little Big Town and Keith Urban. The evening's top honor, CMA Entertainer of the Year, saw Wilson go head-to-head with Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, and Morgan Wallen, last year's winner. Other notable performances came from newcomers like Shaboozey, Tucker Wetmore, and Stephen Wilson Jr., as well as established artists like Kelsea Ballerini, Brandi Carlile, and Miranda Lambert. The night also honored the legendary Vince Gill with the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award. The Country Music Association Awards are voted on by industry professionals, including music executives, artists, publicists, and songwriters. This year's nominees and performers showcased the genre's diversity and talent, making for a memorable night in country music.
