Lainey Wilson, the rising star who made history by leading nominations in her first two appearances on the ballot, is set to join forces with the legendary Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning. In a press release, Wilson expressed her excitement, stating, "I could not be more excited to host the CMA Awards this year with Luke and Peyton. It’s such an incredible honor and something I’ve always dreamed of doing. We’re planning a really great show for y’all, so make sure to watch on Nov. 20." This dynamic trio is all set to bring the magic to the ceremony.
Their combined presence is sure to add a unique flavor to the event, making it a night to remember. With Luke Bryan's charm and Peyton Manning's star power, along with Lainey Wilson's fresh energy, the 2024 CMA Awards are in for a treat.
Morgan Wallen takes the lead with an impressive seven nominations, covering categories such as the coveted entertainer of the year award and male vocalist of the year. Chris Stapleton and Cody Johnson aren't far behind, each earning five nominations. Post Malone and Lainey Wilson also scored four nominations each, showcasing the diverse talent in the country music scene.
Multiple stars like Jelly Roll, Megan Moroney, Kacey Musgraves, Luke Combs, and producer/songwriters Louis Bell, Charlie Handsome, and Hoskins received three nominations for their respective categories. However, one notable absence was Beyoncé, who earlier this year made history as the first Black woman to top the Billboard Top Country Albums chart with "Cowboy Carter" and the Hot Country Songs chart with "Texas Hold ‘Em."
In addition to the talented Kelsea Ballerini, Jelly Roll, and Luke Combs, the live performance lineup is filled with other great names. Brooks & Dunn, Megan Moroney, Eric Church, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, Noah Kahan, and Bailey Zimmerman are all set to take the stage and deliver unforgettable performances.
Bryan, Wilson, Dierks Bentley, Sierra Hull, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, Ashley McBryde, Post Malone, Shaboozey, Chris Stapleton, Teddy Swims, Thomas Rhett, and Molly Tuttle complete the list of performers. This diverse lineup ensures that there will be something for every country music fan to enjoy.
The star-studded list of presenters includes Simone Biles, Jeff Bridges, Katharine McPhee, Clint Black, Mark Collie, Jordan Davis, Reddie Freeman, Don Johnson, Jackson Laux, Little Big Town, Dustin Lynch, The Oak Ridge Boys, Taylor Frankie Paul, Carly Pearce, Caleb Pressley, Nate Smith, Daniel Sunjata, Mitchell Tenpenny, and Billy Bob Thornton. These renowned personalities are all set to add to the excitement of the evening.
With such a talented group of presenters, the 2024 CMA Awards are bound to be a star-studded affair, with many memorable moments in store.
The Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, first introduced in 2012, is given to "an iconic artist who has attained the highest degree of recognition in country music." This year, the honor goes to George Strait, as described by Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer. She said, "As a three-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and the most nominated artist of all time, he serves as an inspiration and icon to many of the great, new artists we know today. I am thrilled we are awarding him with this deserving honor." George Strait's contribution to country music is truly remarkable and this award is a fitting tribute.
The 58th Annual CMA Awards will broadcast live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 20 on ABC. It will also be available to stream the following day on Hulu. Ahead of the show, there will be a preshow streaming on Hulu and OnTheRedCarpet.com starting at 6 p.m. Make sure to mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy this spectacular event!