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CMA Awards Shine: Lainey Wilson Dominates, Stars Smooch
20 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Lainey Wilson took home top honors, including entertainer of the year.
- Couples showcased significant public displays of affection on the red carpet.
- Several artists sported impressive mustaches and bold fashion choices.
The 2025 CMA Awards celebrated country music's biggest stars with Lainey Wilson leading the pack, earning entertainer, female vocalist, and album of the year. Her hosting duties included captivating performances, notably a duet with Keith Urban, and tributes to various country hits.
The night was also marked by enthusiastic public displays of affection, as couples like Lainey Wilson and Devlin Hodges, and Lauren Alaina and Cam Arnold, shared sweet moments on the red carpet. Fashion was a key talking point, with stars embracing a variety of styles, from elegant scarlet outfits to the prominent trend of magnificent mustaches.
New artist Zach Top celebrated his first win while holding a beer, and Kenny Chesney delivered a crowd-pleasing medley of his hits. The ceremony also honored Vince Gill with the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, acknowledging his enduring legacy in country music.
